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Daily Record
11-07-2025
- Business
- Daily Record
Six 'limited edition' Scottish whiskies you can buy for less than £60
We have rounded up rare bottles that won't break the bank. When it comes to buying whisky, the most important thing is that you choose what you enjoy. However, it can also be fun to collect a rare bottle that is hard to come by. Often, limited-edition releases can fetch hundreds—if not thousands—of pounds. This does not need to be the case, though, and you can also pick up rare whiskies for a much more reasonable price. Retailer The Whisky Shop stocks a large number of limited whiskies across a wide range of prices. The Daily Record has rounded up six of them that can be ordered for less than £60, as well as provided more information about the flavour profile of each one. The Whisky Shop stated: "Limited editions are the apple of any whisky and spirit collector's eye. We are proud to offer runs of unusual cask finishes, limited bottlings and the chance to try lesser known distilleries, as well as the chance to try the big distilleries, such as The Macallan, Glenfiddich and The Dalmore, offering one-of-a-kind experimental runs that may never be repeated again." Read on for six "limited edition" Scottish whiskies you can buy for less than £60. More information can be found on The Whisky Shop website. 1. Lindores Abbey MCDXCIV According to The Whisky Shop, Lindores Abbey is the site of the first officially recognised recorded distillation of whisky in Scotland in 1494. Lindores Abbey MCDXCIV, which was matured for three and a half years, offers notes of vanilla, caramel, green apples, and figs. The Whisky Shop is currently selling Lindores Abbey MCDXCIV for £51. However, the whisky is also available from Master of Malt for £49.23. 2. Glenkeir Treasures Secret Islay This unique single malt is part of the Glenkeir Treasures range, in which every whisky is one-of-a-kind. Exclusively available at The Whisky Shop for £54, the retailer "guarantees its quality". Aromas include smoke and fruitiness, while among the palate notes are saltiness and fresh citrus. Meanwhile, the finish features a mix of warming spices and green fruits. 3. Lochlea Harvest Edition 3rd Crop This is the final Harvest Edition from Lochlea's seasonal bottlings, with the Lochlea Harvest Edition 3rd Crop being double matured in refill bourbon and port casks. Nose notes include strawberry jam and clotted cream, while among the tasting notes are apple pie and white chocolate. Currently, The Whisky Shop is selling the whisky for £53.50. Elsewhere, it can be purchased from Master of Malt for £51.45. 4. Kingsbarns Dream to Dram The Kingsbarns Dream to Dram, which was distilled at the new Kingsbarns distillery in the East Neuk of Fife, is a limited-edition release matured in first-fill bourbon casks and shaved, toasted, and re-charred wine casks. There are notes of banana, pineapple syrup, and summer berries on the nose, and soft toffee and custard pastries on the palate. Those interested in Kingsbarns Dream to Dram can purchase a bottle from The Whisky Shop at a price of £57. The whisky is also in stock at Loch Fyne Whiskies for £44.95. 5. Loch Lomond The Open Special Edition 2023 The Loch Lomond The Open Special Edition 2023 was created in honour of the 151st Open at Royal Liverpool. Rose, peach, and pear are some of the nose notes, while tasting notes include red berry, orchard fruits, creamy vanilla, and dark chocolate. At the moment, the Loch Lomond The Open Special Edition 2023 can be picked up from The Whisky Shop for £57. It can also be purchased from Loch Fyne Whiskies for the same price. 6. 1770 Glasgow Constantia Wine Cask Unpeated Small Batch 1 First matured in first-fill ex-bourbon barrels, before being finished for 22 months in rare South African Constantia dessert wine casks, there are just under 1,000 bottles of this limited release available worldwide. The double-distilled whisky has aromas of fresh apricot, clementine, and vanilla, while its tasting notes include Manuka honey, pink grapefruit, and sweet almond. The Whisky Shop is currently selling the 1770 Glasgow Constantia Wine Cask Unpeated Small Batch 1 for £59. Shoppers can also pick it up from Master of Malt for £58.95.
Daily Record
04-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
Scotland's 'top seven' whiskies for July 2025 including limited edition drams
The best Scottish drams of the month have been named. Scotland's top whiskies for July have been named. Bottles from distilleries such as Glenmorangie and Laphroaig are featured on the roundup. When it comes to purchasing whisky, it can be difficult to know where to start. Unless you are a seasoned expert, it is easy to overspend if you are not sure what the right whisky is for you. Retailer Master of Malt has shared its list of the top 10 whiskies of July 2025. The Daily Record has rounded up all of the Scottish whiskies featured on the list. Read on for the top seven Scottish whiskies for July 2025, according to the experts. The full list of the top whiskies around the world this month can be found on the Master of Malt website. 1. Kinglassie Raw This limited-edition peated single malt is among the first releases from the InchDairnie distillery in Fife. Matured in bourbon barrels for eight years, it features scents of heather and caramelised banana and tasting notes of black pepper, smoked bacon, and salted toffee. The Kinglassie Raw Whisky is available to buy for £78.95 from Master of Malt. Elsewhere, it can be purchased for the same price from The Whisky Exchange. 2. Old Perth Manzanilla Limited Edition The Old Perth Manzanilla Limited Edition is another limited-edition, this one being a blended malt whisky matured in manzanilla sherry casks. There are notes of buttery almond croissants on the nose, while tasting notes include amaretti biscuits and candied almonds. At the moment, the whisky can be bought from Master of Malt for a price of £58.95. It is also stocked by The Whisky Exchange, for £58.95 as well. 3. Glenmorangie A Tale of Tokyo This is the fourth release as part of Glenmorangie's 'Tale of' series, and is unique for being partially aged in Japanese Mizunara oak casks. Among the notes are sandalwood, incense, dried cherries on the nose and citrus, marzipan, and fennel on the palate. Glenmorangie A Tale of Tokyo is currently in stock at Master of Malt for £66. Buyers can also find the whisky for sale on The Whisky Exchange for £73.95. 4. Secret Wigtownshire 6 Year Old 2018 - Elevenses The Secret Wigtownshire 6 Year Old 2018 - Elevenses comes from Edinburgh-based cask broker and independent bottler Keeble Cask Company. Distilled in 2018 and matured for six years, nose notes include pancakes and lemon peel and tasting notes include lemon sherbet and fruit sorbet. The Secret Wigtownshire 6 Year Old 2018 - Elevenses can usually be purchased from Master of Malt for £49.95, though it is currently out of stock. Elsewhere, it can be picked up from Royal Mile Whiskies for a price of £48.95. 5. Laphroaig Elements 3.0 The newest release in Laphroaig's Elements series, this one-of-a-kind whisky was distilled under fire before being fully matured in American oak bourbon casks. Unsurprisingly, it features an intense smoky and peaty character—as well as notes of cocoa beans and tangy fruit. At the moment, Master of Malt is selling Laphroaig Elements 3.0 at a price of £169.95. The whisky can also be purchased from The Whisky Shop for £170. 6. Dailuaine 16 Year Old 2008 Single Cask (Master of Malt) This whisky comes from the Dailuaine Distillery in Charlestown-of-Aberlour, and was bottled for the exclusive Master of Malt collection. There are notes of apple pastries, shortbread, and vanilla on the nose, giving way to a palate of banoffee, candied mango, and overripe fruit. The Dailuaine 16 Year Old 2008 Single Cask is available to purchase for £69.95 from Master of Malt. 7. Glencadam 10 Year Old Finally, the Glencadam 10 Year Old is a multi-award-winning whisky aged exclusively in American oak bourbon barrels. Neither coloured nor chill-filtered, its notes include wood and vanilla on the nose and tart fruits and cut hay on the palate. Those interested in a bottle of Glencadam 10 Year Old can find it for a price of £39.90 on Master of Malt. Elsewhere, Glencadam 10 Year Old is sold by The Whisky Exchange for £44.75.
Daily Record
19-06-2025
- Business
- Daily Record
Seven of Scotland's top whiskies you can buy for less than £50
Buying a bottle of whisky doesn't need to break the bank. A list of Scotland's"top whiskies" that can be purchased for less than £50 has been shared. The roundup includes whiskies from distilleries such as Benromach and Tobermory. When it comes to buying whisky, prices can vary wildly. While it is possible to purchase a bottle for a low price, rarer and more unique malts can easily fetch hundreds—if not thousands—of pounds. Retailer Whisky-Online Shop has shared a list of its picks for the "top 10 whiskies under £50". The Daily Record has rounded up seven of these, including more information about each one and where they can be purchased. Whisky-Online Shop website. 1. Tobermory 12 Year Old The Tobermory 12 Year Old, which was matured exclusively in ex-bourbon casks, features a strong fruity and spicy character. It includes aromas of vanilla, oranges, and flowers, and tasting notes of apples, tropical fruits, toffee, and honey. The whisky is available to buy for £41.95 from The Whisky Exchange. It can also be purchased from Master of Malt for £44.99. 2. Ledaig Sinclair Series Rioja Cask Finish This whisky was made with heavily peated barley and was matured in ex-bourbon casks, before being finished in specially-selected Spanish Rioja casks. It includes notes of smoke, spice, grape, and sweet berries, as well as a lingering saltiness. Customers can order the Ledaig Sinclair Series Rioja Cask Finish from The Whisky Exchange for £38.25. The whisky can also be picked up from Royal Mile Whiskies for £37.96. 3. Ledaig 10 Year Old Meanwhile, the Ledaig 10 Year Old is another peaty whisky from Tobermory on the Isle of Mull. The whisky features aromas of soft peat and gentle smoke, as well as tasting notes of spice and black pepper. The Whisky Exchange is currently selling the Ledaig 10 Year Old for £40.75. Elsewhere, it can be purchased from Master of Malt for £40.75. 4. Benromach 10 Year Old The Benromach 10 Year Old was made with a mix of 80 per cent ex-bourbon casks and 20 per cent ex-sherry casks, and was aged for nine years before being finished for a further year in ex-Oloroso Sherry casks. It offers a toffee and spice sherried character, including notes of peat, citrus, and apple. At the moment, Royal Mile Whiskies stocks the Benromach 10 Year Old for £40.95. Shoppers can also order it for £41.95 from The Whisky Exchange. 5. Caol Ila 13 Year Old Gordon & MacPhail Discovery Range This whisky comes from Islay, and features the island's typical notes of sweet fruit and dark peat smoke. Particular flavours include apricot, banana, pineapple, and vanilla. The Caol Ila 13 Year Old is currently being sold by The Whisky Exchange for £48.95. It can also be purchased for the same price from Master of Malt, though the whisky is currently out of stock. 6. Orkney (HP) 2010-2025 | 14 Year Old Signatory Vintage 100 Proof Edition 38 The Orkney (HP) 2010-2025 | 14 Year Old Signatory Vintage 100 Proof Edition 38 was aged in a mixture of Oloroso sherry butts and bourbon hogsheads. It features aromas of dark berries and sea salt, as well as tasting notes of sherried fruit, honeyed malt, and peat. Currently, Royal Mile Whiskies is selling the product for £48.95. The Whisky Exchange is also selling the Orkney (HP) 2010-2025 | 14 Year Old Signatory Vintage 100 Proof Edition 38 at a price of £48.75. 7. Tomatin 12 Year Old Finally, the Tomatin 12 Year Old was finished for between six and nine months in Oloroso sherry casks before being bottled. Nose notes include butter, cooked apple, and raisin, while among the tasting notes are vanilla, mint, and ginger. Shoppers can order the whisky from Master of Malt for £35.90. Elsewhere, it is in stock at The Whisky Exchange for £40.95.
Daily Record
10-06-2025
- Business
- Daily Record
Scottish whisky fans share their picks for the 'best single malt Scotch'
Whiskies from Balvenie, Oban, and more were named. Scottish whisky fans have shared their picks for "the best single malt". Whiskies from acclaimed distilleries such as Balvenie and Glenfarclas were named. Scotland's whiskies are enjoyed across the world, with many of the country's distilleries being globally recognised names. When it comes to buying a bottle of whisky, prices can vary hugely and can easily reach thousands of pounds. On Saturday, June 7, one whisky fan posted on social media asking about the country's top whisky offerings. Writing on the Scotland community on Reddit, they asked: "What is generally considered to be the best single malt Scotch widely available?" The post has received almost 40 comments since being shared. Scots put forth a range of responses and recommendations. One of the most popular replies suggests the Balvenie 21 Year Old PortWood Finish Whisky as the country's best, with the user writing: "This is my favourite, a Speyside malt made at the distillery in Dufftown and named for the malts that stands right around the corner. "I like to think I have an educated palate, but taste is subjective; you've got to drink a lot of malts before you know what you like." The Balvenie 21 Year Old PortWood Finish Whisky is the flagship single malt from the Balvenie distillery's popular PortWood range. It features nose notes of white peach, honey, and sultanta, as well as tasting notes of cranberries and cooked raspberries. The whisky is currently available to buy for £219.95 from Master of Malt. It is also in stock for £236 from The Whisky Shop. Meanwhile, another Scot recommended the Oban 14 Year Old. They wrote: "You want something really nice for under £100? That almost everyone will appreciate? "I used to buy this quite often a few years back, when it was under £50. Recently the prices have gone crazy, and I've seen it at over £100 in whisky shops." The Oban 14 Year Old comes from the Oban Distillery, which is among the oldest and smallest in the country. Nose notes include sticking plasters and toffee brittle, while hints of marmalade, toffee apples, and pear cider can be tasted. At the moment, the Oban 14 Year Old is available to buy for £86.25 from The Whisky Exchange. Elsewhere, the whisky can be bought from Master of Malt for £77.99. A third suggestion came from one Reddit user who wrote: "I'd look at Glenfarclas 15. You'll get a good bit of change but it punches way above its weight." The Glenfarclas 15 Year Old Whisky features an abundance of dried fruit notes. It also includes notes of raisins, orange peel, walnuts, and dates. The Glenfarclas 15 Year Old Whisky is currently in stock at Master of Malt for a price of £72.95. It can also be purchased for £77 from The Whisky Shop. On the other hand, another Reddit user argued that there is "no such thing" as the single best single malt Scotch. They stated: "What do you like? Peaty? Light? Rich? Sweet? "Everyone's tastes are different so what everyone likes is different. Anyone who claims any particular malt is 'the best' is for all intents and purposes talking out of their ***."
Daily Record
06-06-2025
- Business
- Daily Record
Father's Day whisky deal with stylish glasses and a single malt that 'tastes way more expensive than it is'
This fancy bundle could be the perfect gift for whisky-loving dads Getting into whisky can be an expensive hobby. Once you taste the difference between a bog standard supermarket bottle and a top shelf single malt, nothing but the best compares. Shoppers who have whisky-loving dads might be tempted to get him a fancy bottle for Father's Day, only to be dismayed at the prices of a top-tier single malt. Thanks to this deal at The Whisky Exchange, however, dads can unwrap a bottle of Sexton Single Malt Irish Whiskey along with two decorative drinking glasses for £34.75 - a price that apparently hides just how good this triple-distilled whiskey is. Described as a well-balanced single malt Irish whiskey, Sexton is made with 100% Irish malted barley. It's triple distilled before being aged in ex-oloroso sherry casks, giving it a rich, fruity character with notes of honeycomb. The 70cl bottle - which packs a punch at 40% ABV, comes with two pretty branded whiskey glasses - perfect for sharing a dram with dad on Father's Day. If Dad prefers a Scotch over an Irish whiskey, Master of Malt currently has the Invergordon 19 Year Old 2005—The Cooper's Choice for £74.95 for a 70cl bottle. The single-grain whiskey was distilled in 2005 and spent the next 19 years maturing, first in American oak and finishing in an amontillado sherry cask. Just 348 bottles were released for The Cooper's Choice collection, making this a special choice indeed. Alternatively, dads can try a selection of the finest Irish whiskeys with the Drinks by the Dram 12 Dram Irish Whiskey Collection, now £55.99 at Debenhams. Hidden behind the 12 windows of this little box sits a different 30ml wax-sealed dram of whiskey from some of Ireland's best producers, making this the perfect tasting box for whiskey-lovers. However, the Sexton single malt has plenty of rave reviews. One shopper said: "This liquid amber has stolen the show for me." Another said: "Pleasantly surprised. I rather enjoy Peat Whiskey however this one has been really enjoyable. Excellent over ice or a splash of water. Extremely smooth. A lovely, sweet honey taste on the end." A third added: "This is probably one of my top 5 favourite single malt whiskeys I've tried so far... Just recently started trying Irish whiskey... and it has quickly become my favourite of all. And Sexton is definitely one if the best I've tried. Especially for the price... You would expect it to cost much more, considering the depth of flavour. It ranks with the best I've tasted." With whiskey being such a personal choice, some shoppers weren't as impressed. "Very acetone forward in smell and taste. But it is very smooth on the throat. Got this as a gift from a friend who says it's great but really didn't suit my palate at all," one buyer said. "Very pleasant; smooth (as you would expect from triple distillation) but a bit short on finish," said another. That said, for a great price on a fancy bottle of single malt Irish whiskey and two pretty glasses, the Sexton Single Malt Irish Whiskey could be the ideal gift for Father's Day.
