2025 is now more than a week behind us. That gives us a last chance to take a look back at last year, and the most popular novelties we saw appear on our webshop that year. Didn't you miss any of them?
Glendronach Master's Anthology
The "Master's Anthology" trilogy is a series of three unique and prestigious Single Malts that together glorify the art of maturation in sherry casks. Each expression, carefully curated by Master Blender Rachel Barrie, celebrates a unique side of Highland whiskies' rich heritage. With this amazing trio of Ode to the Valley, Ode to the Embers and Ode to the Dark, you will be taken into a world of sophisticated flavours and deep aromas that embody the excellence and traditional craftsmanship of The Glendronach.
Glendronach Ode to the Valley
Matured in ruby port and sherry casks, this single malt embodies the generosity of the Scottish valley where The Glendronach distillery is located.
- Nose: Summer berries, chocolate dulce de leche and notes of caramelised apricot.
- Flavour: Blackberry and baked apple crumble, freshly baked gingerbread and sweet damask plums.
- Finish: Rich, fruity and subtly sweet, with a pleasing length.
Glendronach Ode to the Dark
Aged in exceptional Pedro Ximénez casks, this rich and opulent elixir achieves unparalleled depth and intensity.
- Nose: Mocha, black cherry and intense chocolate, with crème brûlée and ginger.
- Flavour: Velvety espresso, caramel, black grapes and mint ganache.
- Finish: Deep, delectable and luxurious, with notes of coffee and dark chocolate.
Glendronach Ode to the Embers
A tribute to the traditions of yesteryear, this rare peated whisky is mainly matured in Oloroso sherry casks and enriched with Pedro Ximénez casks.
- Nose: Cinnamon toffee, caramelised nuts and charred orange peel.
- Flavour: Raisins, honey notes and blackberry ganache with a hint of smoked chocolate.
- Finish: Long-lasting, with soft smoke and warming spices.
New rums from Planteray
From Planteray, the largest and most popular rum brand in our range, we were also allowed to note new releases and the return of old favourites in 2025. Thus, we saw the Planteray Trinidad 2003 pass by in 2025, but also the Black Cask edition 2025, the Navy Rum and a new gift pack that combines the Sealander with 2 glasses.
Planteray Trinidad 2003
The Planteray Trinidad 2003 matured for 19 years in bourbon casks at the Port of Spain distillery in Trinidad, before being taken to France for an additional 3-year maturation in French oak casks ex-Ferrand. The Planteray Trinidad 2003 is the last and oldest vintage of the Terravera collection. This rare and complex rum brilliantly concludes this unique series dedicated to the exceptional terroirs of the rum world.
- Nose: A lively fruit profile with notes of caramel, vanilla and citrus (lemon, passion fruit, banana and coconut). Underlying nuances of nutmeg and tobacco enrich the complexity of the nose.
- Mouth: Dried fruits and exotic guava dominate, followed by delicate floral notes of roses that offer a fragrant finish.
- Finish: The aftertaste is bold and long, with notes of black tea, pepper and dried orange peel giving depth and warmth to each sip.
Planteray Mister Fogg Navy Rum
A unique assemblage of rums from Barbados, Trinidad, Guyana and Jamaica, distilled in both column and pot stills. This Navy Rum is first matured under tropical climate in ex-bourbon casks and then refined in the Charente in used oak casks and large open vats. Bottled at 55.7% vol, it honours the navy proof tradition while offering a rich and perfectly balanced profile.
- Nose: Starts with notes of dried fruit, orange peel, chocolate and vanilla, evolving into plum and caramel.
- Flavour: Rich in smoked molasses and caramel, supported by a full-bodied texture.
- Finish: Ripe fruit with a soft and lingering sweetness.
Planteray Sealander
Planteray Sealander is a masterpiece of blending, combining expertly matured and unripened rums from three exceptional islands. Alexandre Gabriel used his unrivalled expertise to add a touch of cane syrup for perfect sweetness, before reducing the blend to a 40% alcohol content with osmosis water. Every drop is then carefully filtered and bottled, preserving the magic of this exceptional rum.
- Nose: Sweet with aromas of juicy pear, sweet quince jelly and red berries, all enhanced by delicate notes of smoked molasses.
- Flavour: Rich and refined. You will discover flavours of golden clover honey, spicy liquorice, silky beeswax, creamy vanilla and sweet plum.
- Finish: Long-lasting and persistent, with aftertaste of cooked apple, exotic tonka bean and dried banana, allowing you to cherish every moment.
Planteray Limited Edition: Black Cask 2025 Barbados x Trinidad
A highly anticipated limited edition! The result of Planteray Rum's expertise and its double maturation process: distilled in Barbados and Trinidad, first aged in bourbon casks under tropical climate and then further refined in France in heavily toasted Ferrand casks. The result: a complex, elegant and subtly smoky rum.
- Nose: intense and generous, tropical fruit, soft spices, caramel, coconut, vanilla and hazelnut, enriched with frangipane, cinnamon, cocoa and gingerbread
- Flavour: round and fruity, with the smoothness of molasses and the freshness of candied raspberry
- Finish: rich and persistent, with notes of sweet coffee, coconut, nutmeg, cinnamon, sultanas and plum
Novelties from Campbeltown: Springbank, Kilkerran and Longrow
From Campbeltown, 2025 saw new releases coming our way from Springbank, including Cask Strengths and 100 proofs. These releases obviously need no further introduction, Campbeltown was hot in 2025 too. We hope to have done our bit to ensure these wonderful releases reach the enthusiasts who were looking forward to uncorking these releases.
Kilchoman
Special releases also surfaced from Islay in 2025, particularly from Kilchoman. A brand new 13y was launched, but in addition we also found a new Loch Gorm 10y, a 100% 11y Sherry, a 100% Islay and a Machir Bay Cask Strength.
Kilchoman 13y
The new limited edition, the Kilchoman 13 Year Old, is an exceptional single malt that embodies the essence of the Isle of Islay. Established in 2005, Kilchoman is known for its artisanal approach and dedication to tradition, and is one of the few Scottish distilleries using the traditional malting method. This whisky has matured for at least 13 years in a unique combination of bourbon casks, octaves and calvados casks, and this perfect wood balance gives this limited edition a remarkable complexity and rich flavour.
- Nose: An explosion of juicy fresh fruit apples, pears and citrus enveloped by a delicate, maritime peat smoke typical of Islay. Aromas of vanilla and soft caramel add a touch of sweetness.
- Flavour: An intense sweetness dominated by ripe and exotic fruit. Honey, baked apple and caramel mingle with more pronounced peat notes, reminiscent of the sea and salty air. The texture is creamy and perfectly balanced.
- Finish: Long and warming, with waves of smoky peat and caramelised fruit, ending with a touch of salt and wood, evoking the sea air of Islay.
Kilchoman Loch Gorm 10y 2025
Kilchoman brings us the 2025 edition of this iconic whisky that has rested entirely in sherry casks, and for the first time, this Loch Gorm even comes with an age statement. The Loch Gorm 2025 Edition is a whisky with character, combining the richness of oloroso-sherry casks with Kilchoman's tart signature. Its complex aromatic profile and long finish make it a memorable experience for lovers of rich and spicy whiskies.
- Nose: The Loch Gorm 2025 Edition reveals a complex and rich nose, characterised by deep spices and aromas of dark fruits. There is also a sweetness reminiscent of barbecue, which blends harmoniously with light citrus notes and Kilchoman's signature peat character. Hints of caramel add a sweet and enveloping dimension.
- Flavour: On the palate, this whisky offers an explosion of flavours. Roasted figs with honey and cloves dominate, bringing a fruity and spicy richness. A sweetness of sticky toffee pudding emerges, accompanied by a subtle salty note that balances it all out. The smoky and earthy influence is evident, with memories of grilled bananas, a hint of roasted coffee and nuances of candied ginger.
- Finish: The aftertaste is long and persistent, with an impression of freshly prepared custard pie. Smoky and earthy notes continue to unfold, accompanied by residual sweetness and a slight bitterness reminiscent of roasted coffee. The finish is both comforting and complex, with a nice evolution of flavours.
Kilchoman 100% 11y Sherry Incl. Box
This unique Kilchoman is a 100% Islay Single Malt, distilled from their own farm's barley from the 2011, 2012 and 2013 harvests. It has matured for a minimum of 11 years in 16 ex-Oloroso sherry casks, with layers of dried fruit and rich spices beautifully balancing the whisky.
- Nose: Orange peel, dried fruit, light peat smoke and sweet spices.
- Flavour: Rich smoke and dark chocolate with honey, cooked apples and a malt sweetness.
- Finish: Grilled fruit, plums, currants and a lingering wood smoke.
Kilchoman 100% Islay 15th Edition Incl. Box
Kilchoman also proudly presented the 15th edition of its 100% Islay single malt in 2025.
This whisky is produced entirely on the island of Islay, from growing the barley to bottling. Distilled from the 2014 and 2015 harvests, it is matured for a minimum of 9 years in 54 ex-bourbon casks. This maturation adds layers of caramel, vanilla and butterscotch, which are beautifully balanced with the natural citrus sweetness and peat smoke of the Kilchoman spirit.
- Nose: Vanilla, tropical fruit, fresh hay and maritime peat smoke.
- Flavour: Milk chocolate, salted caramel and fresh peat smoke with candied citrus, lemon, ripe pear and a hint of white pepper.
- Finish: Long-lasting and fruity with fresh fruits and a honeyed finish.
Kilchoman Machir Bay Cask Strength Incl. Box
Instead of reducing the alcohol content to 46%, this special edition of Machir Bay Cask Strength is bottled at its natural cask strength of 58.1%.
- Nose: Lemon peel, melon, floral notes and a light peat smoke mingle with sweet vanilla and honey.
- Palate: Rich chocolate, fresh citrus and notes of smoked meat with a lingering sweetness of caramel.
- Finish: Long and evolving with waves of integrated peat smoke, hints of spices and candied, caramelised fruits.
Nikka From The Barrel Extra Marriage
This ultra-premium anniversary edition celebrates 40 years of legendary Nikka From the Barrel. For this occasion, Nikka's Master Blender created a special cuvée that was given a maturation ("marriage") period twice as long as the original, resulting in a blend of rare complexity and harmony. With its natural alcohol content of 51.4%, this whisky is a powerful and elegant sensory experience reserved for connoisseurs.
What makes it unique:
- A celebration: 40 years of history and know-how in one bottle.
- An exceptional blend: Combining the famous single malts of Yoichi (powerful and smoky) and Miyagikyo (refined and fruity) with grain whiskies distilled in the legendary Coffey stills.
- A remarkable aromatic richness: A rich and deep profile, with waxy, fruity, spicy, malty notes and a distinctive mineral touch.
The profile you might expect:
- Nose: Beeswax, iris, roasted pineapple, nutmeg, ginger.
- Mouth: Lively and complex. Medicinal, smoky, lemony, honey, cocoa and candied fruit.
- Finish: Energetic, silky and incredibly long, reminiscent of American rye whiskies.
Isle of Arran
From Arran, we saw two releases emerge in 2025 that immediately proved to be a hit. On the one hand, there was the Local Barley 10y edition 2025, but also a Signature #3 release. So those who hold this wonderful distillery dear, and we are definitely one of them, could add not one but two fine references to their collection in 2025.
Arran Signature #3 "Duero Discovery"
Arran Single Malt "Duero Discovery" is an exceptional 12-year-old whisky, produced in a strictly limited edition of just 15,049 bottles. This rare single malt is distinguished by:
- A double maturation: first 6 years in bourbon casks, followed by 6 years in Spanish red wine casks
- A ruby red amber hue
- A complex aroma with caramelised fruit, hazelnuts and grapefruit zest
- A rich flavour with notes of dark berries, vanilla and sweet spices
- A long and harmonious finish
- Selected and certified by master distiller Stewart Bowman, this exclusive edition is offered in a 70cl bottle at 50% vol.
Arran 10y Local Barley 2025
This single malt from the Isles of Arran is an exceptional bottling, made from barley from the 2015 harvest, aged for 10 years for a limited edition of 2025. It embodies the purity and distinctive fruity style of Arran, with remarkable complexity and freshness. A safe choice for lovers of unoaked single malts.
Ardnamurchan
Between the misty mountains and pristine shores of the Western Highlands lies one of Scotland's most intriguing distilleries: Ardnamurchan. Here, time sometimes seems to stand still, and yet it buzzes with energy and ambition. This place oozes tradition, but with a modern twist that keeps surprising the whisky world.
We have had the honour and pleasure of offering this wonderful whisky on our webshop since 2025. From the outset, a number of references turned out to be a direct hit.
You can read all about this new brand and their numerous expressions in our blog Ardnamurchan Distillery: Whisky from the rugged Western Highlands.
Dictador Colombiana
Thanks in part to the Dictador Game Changer, a new wind was blown through Dictador's range. But a new rum from this wonderful rum brand was also launched in 2025: the Colombiana.
Dictador Reserva Colombiana is an exceptional aged rum, created under the supervision of Hernan Parra, Dictador's master distiller. This unique Colombian rum is the result of three generations of Parra family know-how. With its refined aromatic profile, it reflects the essence of Colombian culture through flavours of coffee, chocolate, vanilla, panela and caramel. The rum can be drunk pure or used in sophisticated cocktails and offers an unforgettable taste experience.
- Nose: A complex bouquet of freshly ground coffee, dark chocolate, creamy vanilla and caramel, with gentle hints of panela (unrefined cane sugar), creating a warm and indulgent first impression.
- Flavour: The attack is soft and silky, with a perfect harmony between the richness of the chocolate and the sweetness of the caramel, balanced by subtle hints of roasted coffee. The texture is smooth and velvety, offering a pleasant mouthfeel.
- Finish: The aftertaste is long and persistent, with slightly bitter coffee notes and a return of sweet caramel. Warmth and sweetness combine for a comforting feeling that lasts for a long time.
Daily Dram
For lovers of independent bottlers, Daily Dram has long been an unfamiliar name. The Nectar of the Daily Drams is the name under which wholesaler The Nectar bottles and markets its own casks. 2025 also saw the release of a number of interesting expressions, of which the Ardmore, the Caol Ila and the Aberlour were overwhelmingly the most popular.
Ardmore 2010 15y (The Nectar - Daily Dram)
This Ardmore is on the mark for the curious seeker of an atypical profile, both smoky and fruity, of great elegance.
- Nose: Quirky profile, reminiscent of grappa, with fermented white fruit and grape.
- Mouth: Energetic and lively, with ripe grape and a light, almost spicy smoke.
- Finish: Sustained, with an elegant imprint of dried fruit and chestnut.
Caol Ila 2016 9y (The Nectar - Daily Dram)
Those who love the complexity of an Islay where delicate smoke serves refinement will be pleasantly surprised by this Caol Ila.
- Nose: Buttery and refined, with caramel, fudge, warm popcorn and a fine hay smoke.
- Mouth: Silky smooth, with nice substance, between smoked hay, soft caramel and caramelised dried fruit.
- Finish: Long and flavourful, reminiscent of Pineau des Charentes and toasted peanuts.
Aberlour 2013 12y (The Nectar - Daily Dram)
The lover of rich and generous Speyside, looking for a complex and smooth 'sherry bomb' definitely won't want to miss this Aberlour.
- Nose: Silky butterscotch, toasted hazelnuts and pastry cream.
- Mouth: Soft and enveloping, with milk chocolate and hazelnut.
- Finish: Long and warm, dominated by soft spices and dried fruits.
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