OLD PULTENEY LAUNCHES NEW SERIES OF SINGLE MALTS INSPIRED BY THE COAST

The Wick based Old Pulteney Distillery, has announced the launch of the first of four expressions from a new annual series of single malts, inspired by the coast.

Old Pulteney Pineau des Charentes (46% ABV) was initially matured in ex-Bourbon casks, before being finished in ex-Pineau des Charentes wine casks.

Old Pulteney Pineau des Charentes

To create the series which is said to take drinkers on a worldwide voyage of exploration, Old Pulteney has partnered with spirits makers from coastal locations around the world, further maturing its whisky in a specialist selection of casks and creating four unique, limited-edition expressions that bring wonderful new coastal flavours to the ‘Maritime Malt’.

The Coastal Series launches with Old Pulteney Pineau des Charentes, bringing flavours of the French coastline to The Maritime Malt. In new territory for the brand, Old Pulteney’s whisky is further matured in ex-Pineau des Charentes wine casks, carrying echoes of the iconic, sweet aperitif native to the Charente-Maritime region on the southwest coast of France, and intertwining them with the flavours of the North that Old Pulteney is known for.

Commenting on the launch, Malcolm Waring, Distillery Manager at Old Pulteney, said: “We’re very pleased to introduce Old Pulteney Pineau des Charentes, the first in a new, exciting series by the brand. Old Pulteney’s past, present and taste is influenced by its home by the sea on the Caithness Coast, and The Coastal Series beautifully explores cask maturations that highlight wonderful expressions influenced by their global coastal homes. Our Pineau des Charentes expression is a beautifully light, fruity single malt that showcases both the flavours of our wonderfully matured spirit, but balanced with the rich sweetness of the Pineau des Charentes, resulting in a truly exquisite expression.”

Old Pulteney Pineau des Charentes, will be available next month from specialist retailers, for a RRP of £75.00.

Posted by Steve Rush

THE MACALLAN LAUNCHES LIMITED EDITION JAMES BOND RELEASE

The Macallan, has today announced the launch of a new limited-edition collection, to celebrate the 60th anniversary of the James Bond film franchise.

The Macallan James Bond 60th Anniversary Release (43.7% ABV) is comprised of six limited-edition bottles, each featuring an original illustrative design and colour to denote the decade it represents.

The Macallan James Bond 60th Anniversary Release

Created by Kirsteen Campbell, The Macallan Master Whisky Maker, The Macallan James Bond 60th Anniversary Release, is said to reflect the enduring character of James Bond, a force of nature defined by his Scottish heritage, who carries himself with modesty and humility.

In recent years, The Macallan has become James Bond’s whisky of choice, reflecting his appreciation for the finer things in life. They have shared many moments together on screen, including in Skyfall when James Bond drinks The Macallan Fine & Rare 1962, as an ode to the 50th anniversary.

The Macallan James Bond 60th Anniversary Release, is said to deliver notes of lemon, lime, sherbet, sweet vanilla, coconut, dried fig and raisin on the nose. Followed by notes of orange zest fizzy sherbet, lemon, gentle oak, ginger spice, deep dark chocolate, figs and baked apple tart with a honey drizzle on the palate.

Commenting on the launch, Jaume Ferras, Global Creative Director for The Macallan, said: “This October, James Bond will celebrate its 60th anniversary, making it the longest running and one of the most loved franchises in the world of entertainment, comprising 25 films over six decades and six lead actors over time. The Macallan is James Bond’s whisky of choice and as two renowned global brands, we share many synergies, most notably as modern innovators linked by our Scottish heritage.”

The Macallan James Bond 60th Anniversary Release, will be available later this month from The Macallan Online Boutique, The Macallan Estate Boutique and specialist retailers, for a RRP of £600.

Posted by Steve Rush