The Collector’s Cabinet

Richard on April 20th, 2012

Sazerac Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey, 18 Year Old Bottled Fall 2009 45% ABV/90 Proof Collectible (Originally $70 to $80) Website What the Distillery Says: Amber chestnut color. Huge, spicy aroma. Very mature, with notes of oak, leather, and molasses. Enormous in every respect, from its thick, chewy texture to its unbelievably spicy and very powerful [...]

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Richard on February 3rd, 2012

The Macallan Elegancia Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky 12 Years Old 40% ABV/80 Proof Collectible (at time of release it was about $55/liter) What the Distillery Says: Unfortunately, because this is a retired expression not much is available on it directly from the distillery. I can tell you that it was a duty free exclusive [...]

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Richard on November 3rd, 2011

Bunnahabhain 12 Year Old Single Islay Malt Scotch Whisky 40% ABV/80 Proof $40 to $45 Collectible (Old Version) Website What the Distillery Says: The nose offers a fresh and aromatic experience with a subtle whiff of smoke floating through the air. The taste starts with a light fruit and nut appeal that leads to a [...]

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Richard on July 25th, 2011

Highland Park Single Malt Scotch Whiskey Aged 16 Years 40% ABV/80 Proof $100 Collectible (Previously Travel Retail Exclusive) What the Distillery Says: This variant of Highland Park was created exclusively for global travel retail and duty free markets and was first released in October 2005, it was withdrawn in April 2010. Highland Park 16 Year [...]

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Richard on April 15th, 2011

Four Roses Mariage Collection 2008 Release Barrel Strength Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey 53.9% ABV/107.8 Proof $70 Collectable What the Distillery Says: 2008 is the 120th anniversary of the Four Roses name. We’re celebrating with an exquisite limited edition small batch Bourbon – the first release in our Mariage Collection. From time to time, our Master [...]

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