LABEL 5 LAUNCHES NEW SINGLE GRAIN SCOTCH WHISKY IN THE UK

French drinks giant La Martiniquaise, has announced the UK launch of a new expression from its Label 5 Scotch whisky brand.

Label 5 Bourbon Barrel (40%) is a single grain Scotch whisky, which has been fully matured in first-fill Bourbon barrels for over three years.

Label 5 Bourbon Barrel

Distilled and matured at La Martiniquaise’s West Lothian based Starlaw Distillery, this latest launch is said to herald an exciting new chapter for Label 5, which is one of the world’s top ten best-selling Scotch whisky brands.

Label 5 Bourbon Barrel, is said to deliver notes of vanilla, wood, and subtle fruits on the nose, followed by notes of vanilla and oak on the palate.

Commenting on the launch, Jamie Stewart, UK Commercial Director at La Martiniquaise, said: “The UK launch of our first single grain whisky is a really exciting time for Label 5 and showcases the expertise and craftmanship that goes into making our globally acclaimed blends. We are confident that Bourbon Barrel will be a welcome addition to our range and a firm favourite amongst UK whisky drinkers.”

Label 5 Bourbon Barrel, will initially be available from 191 ASDA stores across the UK, for a RRP of £20.00.

 

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CÙ BÒCAN LAUNCHES ITS LATEST CREATION RELEASE

The Tomatin Distillery, has today announced the launch of the latest limited-edition Creation bottling, from its Cù Bòcan range.

Cù Bòcan Creation #6 (46% ABV) is a lightly peated single malt Scotch whisky, which is a marriage of whiskies matured in Pedro Ximénez Sherry casks for nine years and Jamaican Rum casks for ten years. 

Cù Bòcan Creation #6

Launched in 2013 and inspired by the lightly-peated spirit historically produced at Tomatin more than a century ago, Cù Bòcan uses unique cask maturations to create a collection of vibrant flavours.

The spirit for the series which pushes the boundaries of Scotch whisky with experimentation, whilst still paying homage to its protective heritage, is distilled every winter in limited batches, and made with lightly peated Scottish barley.

The resulting whisky is said to be an intriguingly smoky spirit boasting a surprisingly lively character. A tantalizing burst of the Caribbean captivates the senses, carrying notes of toasted Jamaica ginger cake, bonfire toffee and banana and walnut loaf, followed by rum-soaked pineapple and raisins and all rounded off with a subtle hint of Daim crunchy almond caramel. 

Commenting on the launch, Scott Adamson, Blender and Global Brand Ambassador, said: at Tomatin Distillery, said: “Cù Bòcan is renowned for exploring innovative maturations, creating whiskies full of flavour guaranteed to bring intrigue and surprise. Continuing this tradition, Creation #6 is a bold experiment where Europe and the Caribbean meet to create a whisky that is rich, sweet, and lively. Infused with the signature subtle smoke and vibrant rum and raisin, it promises an unforgettable sensory journey.”

Cù Bòcan Creation #6, is now available from specialist retailers, for a RRP of £61.50.

 

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