Glenfiddich 50 Year Old Single Malt Scotch

William Grant & Sons, Ltd. is an independent family-owned distiller located in the United Kingdom and founded by William Grant in 1887. William Grant & Sons proudly distils some of the world’s leading brands of Scotch whisky, including the world’s most awarded single malt Glenfiddich®.

Just five short days after the extremely rare and precious Glenfiddich 50 Year was unveiled at LAX airport, the fine whisky was sold to a consumer for a eye-popping $17,000.

There are only six bottles of the rare and precious Glenfiddich 50 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky available in the U.S, but one was sold to an anonymous buyer at Los Angeles International Airport, who was traveling to Taipei last month.

Glenfiddich 50 stands as proof that only an independent, family-owned distillery can remain true to its founding principles and continually pioneer in its pursuit of excellence.

When first released in 2009, the first bottle of Glenfiddich 50 Year Old was sold at auction by Christie’s for a staggering $38,000, reaffirming the superior quality, rarity and desirability of the product.

For whisky lovers, you are in luck. The Macallan has just announced a brand new 60 Years Old liquid.

As the second oldest whisky The Macallan distillery has launched to date, this new Scotch whisky comes in a stunning crystal Lalique decanter.

As the perfect gift for the most discerning Scotch connoisseur, The Macallan 60 Years Old in Lalique Curiously Small Stills is the ideal choice.

But if you want to impress even the most extravagant person in your life, you better move fast. The availability of this special decanter is extremely limited. Only 400 decanters will be available worldwide.

Price for the Macallan 60 Years Old in Lalique Curiously Small Stills from The Macallan is valued at $20,000.

For those looking for something a little more affordable, The Macallan is dressing their signature Sherry Oak 12 Years Old bottles (SRP $49.99) in a whole new way with six special cases created by acclaimed photographer Nick Veasey (http://www.nickveasey.com/).

Nick Veasey uses his unique style of X-ray photography and captures the six pillars that make The Macallan unique. Each box is sold individually, featuring either a feather, scissors, liquid drop, still, cask or house to represent the six pillars.

Whisky Exchange Whisky Show

The Whisky Exchange Whisky Show 2011 provides an excellent opportunity for both whisky fans and connoisseurs to sample some of the finest and rarest whiskies available today.

This luxury whisky festival takes place in London at the beginning of October, on the 7th and 8th.

Attendees of the Whisky Exchange Whisky Show 2011 will have the chance to take part in master classes, and indulge in a delicious whisky infused lunch that uses ingredients locally sourced from Borough Market and designed by whisky food pairing expert, Martine Nouet.

The main show takes place inside the atmospheric arches of the Great Halls at Vinopolis, where exhibitors will be offering samples of whiskies from all over the world, including Indian, Japanese and even English whiskies.

This incredible whisky event will be tailored for whisky novices as well as aficionados, with the long session times enabling a more relaxed interaction between guests and exhibitors.

You will find two bars serving delicious cocktails, plus live acoustic music beig played in the Show Brasserie will also contribute to a lively, friendly ambiance at the Show.

Tickets for The Whisky Exchange Whisky Show are available for £95 per day or for £175 for a weekend ticket from www.whisky-show.com.

Be sure to plan ahead. Since this is an exclusive event, show admittance is strictly limited to only 500 visitors per day.

“The Universal Whisky Experience” – Mahesh Patel

In October of last year, Atlanta entrepreneur and whisky collector Mahesh Patel purchased the most expensive Scotch whisky in history.

Patel paid an incredible $160,000 for the “Dalmore 64 Trinitas” bottle of Scotch whisky. Mahesh Patel now has a very large collection of more than 1,000 bottles. The Dalmore Trinitas Scotch whisky has become his crown jewel.

It has been estimated that Patel’s collection is valued at about $2.5 million. You can meet Mahesh Patel in person as he’s producing “The Universal Whisky Experience” in Las Vegas.

This weekend-long tasting event debuts in “Sin City” at the luxury Encore at Wynn Las Vegas on March 18. The Universal Whisky Experience event showcases super-premium whiskies.

400 connoisseurs and enthusiasts will savor whisky from more than 25 distilleries, and mingle with whisky aficionados, high-end connoisseurs.

This amazing  two day show will bring together the best whisky master blenders and distillers along with the rarest of expressions for an intimate weekend focusing on tasting, pairing, cocktails and meeting today’s whisky legends.

Mahesh Patel was quoted, “The purpose of this weekend is to gather the country’s most passionate whisky lovers for tasting experiences they would not normally have access to.”

Whisky collectors can engage in Master Classes led by brand leaders, and sample the rarest and finest premium whiskies from top-tier brands.

WHEN: Friday, March 18, 2011: Registration 3:00 p.m.-5:30 p.m.

Friday, March 18, 2011: Special event 5:30 p.m.-10:00 p.m.

Saturday, March 19, 2011: Master Classes, selection of Master Classes conducted by world-renowned whisky connoisseurs, and brand leaders. 11:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m.

For additional information about the “The Universal Whisky Experience”, please visit: http://www.universalwhiskyexperience.com/.

Johnnie Walker Gold Label Ice Pillar

Whisky maker Johnnie Walker, has created a new way to savour its Gold Label Whisky: serve chilled.

QSLD Paris, a French design agency, was chosen to create the outer pack that’s dedicated to this new tasting.

Now you can freeze your whisky bottle and put it into the Johnnie Walker Ice Pillar. It will keep your bottle of JW whisky cold and will allow you to extend your chilled relishing.

The inner box was inspired by frosted gold leaves and symbolizes Gold Label. The outer box is transparent, it depicts the ice wrapping the item.

Composed of several parts, Johnnie Walker Gold Ice Pillar is covered by a metallic gold anodized ring. The logos are embossed out.

This ring repeats the slanting dynamics of Johnnie Walker Gold’s emblematic label. It makes the product and the brand immediately identifiable and is also used for closing the case.

Founded by Designer Denis Boudard in 1993, QSLD has been at the center of the Luxury scene for more than a decade.

The Dalmore – EOS malt scotch whiskey

As New Year’s Eve is almost here, why not treat yourself with one of the finest malt scotch whiskies available.

The Dalmore® is clearly one of the most popular and luxurious single malt scotches found anywhere in the world.

Dalmore Distillery has produced fine tasting malts of distinction for over 170 years. Back in 1839, The Dalmore legend started by Alexander Matheson, who lived in the famous Highlands of Northern Scotland.

We’d like to recommend several of The Dalmore’s finest malts:

The Dalmore 59 Year Old EOS: Named after the Titan goddess of the dawn, EOS is sister to Selene, our highly prized 1951 vintage. Selected from the same two outstanding sherry casks, 1781 and 1782, and now a year older and even more intense and evocative, the whiskies have been harmoniously combined to create a truly blissful experience. Casks 1781 and 1782 were filled on the same day, 7th June 1951 and left to slumber deep in our warehouses for 59 years. An exhilarating explosion of honeyed pear and pineapple, of bitter dark chocolate and roasted coffee followed by soft peaches, mangos and almonds. Toffee and caramel, orange, golden syrup and cinnamon then illuminate the wonder of single malt whisky. Just 12 stunning decanters made from the finest Portuguese mouth blown crystal are available in the US. The suggested retail price for a 750 ml of The Dalmore 59 Year Old EOS is $20,000.

The Dalmore 50 Year Candela: Provocative and pleasing. A melody of intense sensual aromas of sultanas, ground coffee, chocolate praline and spicy orange peel lead the first aria. Crushed bramley apple, honeyed marzipan, sweet molasses and morello cherries come together in perfect harmony to take center stage before whispers of caraway and Madeira cake completes this unforgettable symphony of pleasure. The suggested retail price for a 750 ml of The Dalmore 50 Year Old Candela is $13,750.

The Dalmore 40 Year Old: One hallmark of The Dalmore malts is incredible record keeping in the cellar. This enables Master Distiller Richard Paterson to precisely assess the maturity of the Distillery’s vast stocks. For example, this 40 Year Old was distilled on February 13, 1965 and matured in American white oak before finishing in Gonzalez Byass Oloroso sherry butts. Only 1,000 bottles of The Dalmore 40 Year Old have been released. The suggested retail price for a 750ml of The Dalmore 40 Year Old is $3,500.

The Dalmore 1974: This is a new vintage release for The Dalmore, following the success of the 1973 Cabernet Sauvignon vintage and increasing demand for wood-finished malts. Only 948 bottles have been produced. This malt initially was matured in American oak and subsequently has been finessed by a secondary maturation in a single, 500 gallon
Matusalem sherry butt. The suggested retail price for a 750ml of The Dalmore 1974 is $1,500.

The Dalmore 1981 Finesse Amoroso: Perhaps the ultimate gift for the single malt connoisseur, this extremely limited offering (only 484 bottles) is the essence of Dalmore’s inimitable style. This malt has been aged for 26 years in American white oak (bourbon) casks, then “finessed,” or finished, with two additional years in Amoroso butts from the iconic sherry house of Gonzalez Byass. Each bottle features solid metal detailing of The Dalmore Stag and commemorative metal plaques on the outer box and bottle, and is accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from the distillery. The suggested retail price for a 750 ml of The Dalmore 1981 Finesse Amoroso is $1,300.

Johnnie Walker Blue Label

Johnnie Walker is clearly the leading Scotch whisky brand in the world.

With the holidays upon us, a gift of Johnnie Walker Scotch whisky will clearly make a profound statement.

You can choose from a wide selection of the House of Walker’s impressive portfolio of blended whiskies.

Here are a couple of holiday gift ideas to add to your shopping list, for that appreciative man in your life.

– For your best friend, the Johnnie Walker Black Label ($34 – 750 ml) says, “You’re the best friend a guy could have and I can always depend on you. Happy Holidays.”

– For your younger brother, consider …Johnnie Walker Red Label ($23 – 750 ml) which says, “I’ve spent my whole life imparting my wisdom upon you, so it’s time to promote your drink of choice. Happy Holidays.”

– For your favorite wingman… – try the Johnnie Walker Gold Label ($85 – 750 ml) saying, “I wanted to tell you what a champion wingman you’ve been over the past few years. I trust that you will always keep the party going. Happy Holidays.”

– For your co-work buddy, how about a …Johnnie Walker Green Label ($60 – 750 ml) which communicates, “Sitting next to you for the past six months has been a blast. We should probably hang out a bit more outside of the office, because you’ve really become a great friend. Happy Holidays.”

– For your father-in-law-to-be…, take a look at Johnnie Walker Blue Label ($220 – 750 ml) which says, “I’m about to marry your daughter. I swear I’ll always give her my best.  And here’s the best for you. Happy Holidays.”