Spirits

Spirits are the highest ABV products of the alcohol family and as a result have the greatest capability to age, far beyond most fine wines. Cognac and other types of Brandy have long been collectible, with a bottle from the 1762 vintage selling at auction in 2020 for $1,500,000, and rare, aged Rums have started breaking into the mainstream but fine whisky is certainly the most desirable spirit on the world right now.


Whisky can be made in a variety of styles and is mostly produced in Japan, Ireland, the United States and most prominently, Scotland. Single malt Scotch Whisky is extremely collectible and is one of the most sought-after in the world, with the The Macallan's top releases being the pinnacle.


Fortified wines are not categorised as spirits, yet they contain a distilled spirit, usually brandy, to stop fermentation and “fortify” the wine. Port and Sherry are two of the most well-known and popular examples of fortified wines.



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Scotland 1 -
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£255.53
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From a deeply underrated distillery, this Allt-a-Bhainne bottled by the Stewart Whisky Company under their Stiùbhart Single Cask label is a glorious example of what happens when a cask is simply allowed to mature as it should. A natural cask strength of just 44.9% after 24 years makes it clear that this was maturing at an accelerated rate, losing a lot of alcohol and water but the phenolic oils that remain have led to an extremely concentrated whisky; a masterclass in bourbon-wood maturation.

Appearance: Showing a brilliant old-brass colour courtesy of the bourbon wood and that unique concentration through the ageing process.

Nose: this whisky jumps out of the glass with notes almost reminiscent of a great White Burgundy. Crushed river stones and struck flint alongside golden delicious apple and herbes de provence come across on the nose.

Palate: The palate is gentle as one would expect from the lower ABV but it is oily and viscous with a sensation of scented candle followed by sea salt, delicate earthy peat and a return of that golden delicious apple note.

Finish: Extremely long and gentle with the initial notes of crushed stones mingling with sea salt and stewed orchard fruit.

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Andalucia 13 96 (WA)
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£242.71
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Wine Advocate (96)

The 2014 Pedro Ximenez de Anada is dark amber and sweet, with notes of honeyed figs, maple syrup, toffee and almond liqueur. It is rich and unctuous, very full-bodied and a serious decadent elixir. It should last for 20-30 years, or more.
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Andalucia 1 98 (WA)
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£192.31
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The NV Pedro Ximenez Solera 1927 is non-vintage, but does have some 1927 material in it. This is totally dark brown/amber with notes of figs, toffee, caramel syrup, molasses and coffee. It is dense, super sweet, intense, rich and an amazingly, unctuously textured, thick beverage to consume slowly and introspectively after a meal. Drink now through 2050, or even longer.
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Scotland 1 -
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£1,959.18
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Scotland 3 -
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£480.88
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Scotland 1 -
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£1,187.42
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Scotland 10 -
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£1,247.90
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Scotland 6 -
Inc. VAT
£1,069.00
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Scotland 2 -
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£337.20
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Scotland 7 -
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£534.88
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Scotland 1 -
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£2,841.28
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Scotland 12 -
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£352.80
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Scotland 10 -
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£377.68
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Scotland 3 -
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£336.28
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On the nose, faint ripples of sweet wood smoke and tart crème fraîche flow gently into bold notes of savoury fennel, celeriac and roasted tea leaves. Plunge further and discover alluring aromas of charcoal and lightly burnt toast. A splash of water releases a gust of fresh sea spray, followed by eucalyptus oil and pine. Finally, this irresistible nose ends with an unmistakable top note of saddle soap and leather. An intensely salty mouthfeel shifts like the tides into soothing medicinal notes, followed by salted peanut brittle, smoked pineapple and lime juice. Waves of aniseed lap over the palate, before rich fudge, birch tar and peat smoke crash down wildly. This is a dram that coaxes you in, and all assumptions are best left behind. Simply let this alluring spirit surprise and delight. Savoury and smoky notes collide in a sharp, intense, yet satisfyingly long finish
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Scotland 1 -
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£304.80
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Scotland 1 -
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£911.68
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Islay 12 -
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£484.84
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Jim Murray's legendary Whisky of the Year in 2009, this does well to live up to it's moniker as the "Ultimate Islay Scotch Whisky."
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Scotland 8 -
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£210.00
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This 1997-vintage Ardmore has been matured in a single refill hogshead for 21 years, before being bottled in February 2019 for Gordon & MacPhail’s Connoisseurs Choice series. Soft, smoky aromas of camphor mingle with brown sugar and honey-roasted peanuts, while the palate initially offers sweet apricot jam and lemon zest notes. The peat smoke returns in gentle, rolling waves, while notes of cloudy apple juice and a salty edge linger in the finish. 248 bottles produced. Cask No. 19/021.
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Scotland 4 -
Inc. VAT
£102.00
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Scotland 1 -
Inc. VAT
£486.35
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Scotland 1 -
Inc. VAT
£441.77
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Scotland 1 -
Inc. VAT
£214.80
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2 -
Inc. VAT
£390.88
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Scotland 1 -
Inc. VAT
£1,728.00
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Scotland 1 -
Inc. VAT
£6,159.29
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Scotland 1 -
Inc. VAT
£30,707.16
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Madeira 1 -
Inc. VAT
£2,669.64
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Madeira 1 -
Inc. VAT
£1,428.29
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Product Name Region Qty Score Price
Scotland 3 -
Inc. VAT
£165.60
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1 -
In Bond
£296.00
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Scotland 1 -
In Bond
£203.00
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From a deeply underrated distillery, this Allt-a-Bhainne bottled by the Stewart Whisky Company under their Stiùbhart Single Cask label is a glorious example of what happens when a cask is simply allowed to mature as it should. A natural cask strength of just 44.9% after 24 years makes it clear that this was maturing at an accelerated rate, losing a lot of alcohol and water but the phenolic oils that remain have led to an extremely concentrated whisky; a masterclass in bourbon-wood maturation.

Appearance: Showing a brilliant old-brass colour courtesy of the bourbon wood and that unique concentration through the ageing process.

Nose: this whisky jumps out of the glass with notes almost reminiscent of a great White Burgundy. Crushed river stones and struck flint alongside golden delicious apple and herbes de provence come across on the nose.

Palate: The palate is gentle as one would expect from the lower ABV but it is oily and viscous with a sensation of scented candle followed by sea salt, delicate earthy peat and a return of that golden delicious apple note.

Finish: Extremely long and gentle with the initial notes of crushed stones mingling with sea salt and stewed orchard fruit.

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Andalucia 13 96 (WA)
In Bond
£192.00
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Wine Advocate (96)

The 2014 Pedro Ximenez de Anada is dark amber and sweet, with notes of honeyed figs, maple syrup, toffee and almond liqueur. It is rich and unctuous, very full-bodied and a serious decadent elixir. It should last for 20-30 years, or more.
More Info
Andalucia 1 98 (WA)
In Bond
£150.00
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Wine Advocate (98)

The NV Pedro Ximenez Solera 1927 is non-vintage, but does have some 1927 material in it. This is totally dark brown/amber with notes of figs, toffee, caramel syrup, molasses and coffee. It is dense, super sweet, intense, rich and an amazingly, unctuously textured, thick beverage to consume slowly and introspectively after a meal. Drink now through 2050, or even longer.
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Scotland 1 -
In Bond
£1,622.00
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Scotland 3 -
In Bond
£321.00
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Scotland 1 -
In Bond
£980.00
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Scotland 10 -
In Bond
£1,029.00
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Scotland 6 -
In Bond
£880.64
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Scotland 2 -
Inc. VAT
£337.20
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Scotland 7 -
In Bond
£366.00
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Scotland 1 -
In Bond
£2,288.00
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Scotland 12 -
Inc. VAT
£352.80
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Scotland 10 -
In Bond
£235.00
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Scotland 3 -
In Bond
£270.00
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On the nose, faint ripples of sweet wood smoke and tart crème fraîche flow gently into bold notes of savoury fennel, celeriac and roasted tea leaves. Plunge further and discover alluring aromas of charcoal and lightly burnt toast. A splash of water releases a gust of fresh sea spray, followed by eucalyptus oil and pine. Finally, this irresistible nose ends with an unmistakable top note of saddle soap and leather. An intensely salty mouthfeel shifts like the tides into soothing medicinal notes, followed by salted peanut brittle, smoked pineapple and lime juice. Waves of aniseed lap over the palate, before rich fudge, birch tar and peat smoke crash down wildly. This is a dram that coaxes you in, and all assumptions are best left behind. Simply let this alluring spirit surprise and delight. Savoury and smoky notes collide in a sharp, intense, yet satisfyingly long finish
More Info
Scotland 1 -
Inc. VAT
£304.80
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Scotland 1 -
In Bond
£680.00
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Islay 12 -
In Bond
£332.00
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Jim Murray's legendary Whisky of the Year in 2009, this does well to live up to it's moniker as the "Ultimate Islay Scotch Whisky."
More Info
Scotland 8 -
Inc. VAT
£210.00
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This 1997-vintage Ardmore has been matured in a single refill hogshead for 21 years, before being bottled in February 2019 for Gordon & MacPhail’s Connoisseurs Choice series. Soft, smoky aromas of camphor mingle with brown sugar and honey-roasted peanuts, while the palate initially offers sweet apricot jam and lemon zest notes. The peat smoke returns in gentle, rolling waves, while notes of cloudy apple juice and a salty edge linger in the finish. 248 bottles produced. Cask No. 19/021.
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Scotland 4 -
Inc. VAT
£102.00
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Scotland 1 -
In Bond
£392.00
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Scotland 1 -
In Bond
£311.00
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Scotland 1 -
Inc. VAT
£214.80
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2 -
In Bond
£246.00
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Scotland 1 -
Inc. VAT
£1,728.00
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Scotland 1 -
In Bond
£5,122.00
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Scotland 1 -
In Bond
£25,580.00
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Madeira 1 -
In Bond
£2,220.00
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Madeira 1 -
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£1,176.00
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