DALMORE RELEASES SHORT FILM SERIES SHOWCASING WORLD OF LUXURY HOSPITALITY

The Dalmore Highland single malt whisky, has announced that it has partnered with three of the world’s leading names in luxury hospitality to showcase the exceptional passion, dedication and skill that is required to create exemplary experiences.

The new series of short films from The Dalmore unveil bespoke whisky creations by Clement Emery of Lolabar at Hôtel Banke, Yann Daniel of Park Hyatt Paris-Vendôme and Gilles Dubreuil of Apicius - three of Paris’s most renowned establishments.

Clement Emery from Lolabar at Hotel Banke

The first in the series of Paris films features Clément Emery (F&B manager) of Lolabar at Hôtel Banke explaining the art of impeccable service while creating his signature cocktail using The Dalmore.

Commenting on the series of short films, Richard Paterson, The Dalmore Master Distiller, said: "At The Dalmore we have been going above and beyond to create remarkable whiskies for more than 175 years. We pride ourselves in working with some of the most recognisable hotels, bars and restaurants in the world, and seek out those who share our passion and values to create exquisite products and experiences that are in demand by some of the most discerning consumers. These short films epitomise the care and attention given to every detail that makes the end result a work of art."

Further releases will illustrate the importance of creating customer experiences that exude the essence of opulence and detail. These will be released on The Dalmore social media channels in January 2016.

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LIMESTONE BRANCH DISTILLERY ANNOUNCES THE LAUNCH OF A KENTUCKY STRAIGHT BOURBON

Limestone Branch Distillery in Lebanon, Kentucky has announced the launch of its Yellowstone Select Kentucky Straight Bourbon.

Yellowstone Select Kentucky Straight Bourbon (46.5% ABV) has been crafted using hand-selected barrels of bourbon aged between four and seven years old, which follows on the success of their first release; Yellowstone Limited Edition, which launched back in the autumn.

Yellowstone Select Kentucky Straight Bourbon

Steve Beam and his brother Paul Beam founded Limestone Branch Distillery in 2010. The distillery is known for its Moon Pie Moonshine, T.J. Pottinger Sugar Shine and Precinct No. 6 whiskey. With a history of distilling on both sides of their family, the brothers are seventh-generation distillers, and are currently working on the original Yellowstone recipe.

Commenting on the launch, Steve Beam, said: “Yellowstone Select uses some of the finest hand-selected barrels available to create a well-rounded bourbon –  a spicy rye taste at first rounding out with caramel notes and a rich, brown sugar finish that highlights Kentucky tradition. In 2010, my family and I founded Limestone Branch Distillery with the intention of crafting only the finest whiskey and the dream of restoring the Yellowstone brand to its former glory. In the spring of 2015, that dream came true, and to celebrate this family reunion of sorts, we bring you Yellowstone Select Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey.”

Limestone Branch Distillery is planning on launching the Yellowstone Barrel Selection Program in 2016, where consumers will be able to create a one-of-a-kind bourbon experience. The program will allow participants to choose their own mash bill, barrel size, barrel char level and aging level, as well as allowing them to choose their level of involvement in the process. Participants will be able to select their personalized bourbon and visit the distillery to fill the barrel and bottle the product.

Yellowstone Select Kentucky Straight Bourbon will be available across the US later this month for a RRP of $49.99.

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TALISKER LAUNCHES NEW TRAVEL RETAIL EXCLUSIVE

Diageo has announced the launch of a new non-age statement Travel Retail exclusive expression, from its multi-award winning Isle of Skye distillery, Talisker.

Talisker Neist Point (45.8% ABV) is the latest creation from the distillery’s Malt Master, Craig Wilson, and is said to showcase a wider range of Talisker characteristics rather than any single aspect of the whisky.

Talisker Neist Point

Named after the most westerly headland on the Isle of Skye, Talisker Neist Point, has been crafted with a number of whiskies that were specifically chosen for their flavour, along with some of Talisker’s rarest and smoothest mature stocks.

This latest release is said to deliver notes of freshly baked sourdough bread, ripe red fruits, honey, creamy toffee, peat, wood smoke and sulphurous spent match on the nose, followed by notes of home-made potato chips cooked in beef dripping, South American chocolate laced with chilli, redcurrants, tannins and tarragon on the palate.

Commenting on the launch, Craig Wilson, Talisker Malt Master, said: “Using casks from a wide variety of different wood type and ages, I’ve captured the differing flavour profiles of Talisker, incorporating fiery, spicy and sweeter vanilla notes. By using some of our finest, rare casks that have been left to rest longer, Talisker Neist Point delivers an incomparable flavour journey with an extra-refined, sweet, smoky, finish that engulfs the palate, wave after wave. “

Talisker Neist Point, will be available later this month through Travel Retail, for a RRP of £115.00.

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