Distillery and Whisky News March 2024 - Tomatin
Hello whisky lovers, and welcome to our March edition of Distillery and Whisky News.
Easter is on the horizon, will the bunny be bringing you something delicious other than chocolate? Our hope is for a nice new malt and if it is the same for you this newsletter is going to provide plenty of inspiration.
This time of year is a great time to start planning a summer distillery excursion - so let us help you get sorted! By using our Plan Your Trip feature you can select multiple distilleries and download a map and directions direct to your inbox. Visit the bars, accommodation and shops dedicated to whisky in the area, and navigate from your choice of starting point. It's really very clever, and useful too!
Until next time...
Distillery Of The Month: Tomatin
Tomatin Distillery
Since 1897 Tomatin Distillery has been harnessing the soft waters of the Alt-na-Frith, to produce quality single malt and blended whisky in an area of stunning natural beauty. Tomatin has a rich whisky making heritage dating back to at least the 1500s.
Located just outside the village that shares its name, at 315 metres above sea level, Tomatin Distillery is one of the highest distilleries in Scotland. Its elevated position in the Monadhliath Mountains means the Alt-na-Frith gathers very few minerals on its course, making it the perfect source to create a soft and delicate whisky.
The distillery stands proud in the wild and windy moorland and is home to Tomatin, a world-renowned, award-winning Highland single malt; Cù Bòcan, a subtly smoky and surprisingly sweet single malt that explores innovative finishes; and The Antiquary, a premium blend crafted with only the finest and rarest malts.
Take the Taste of Tomatin Tour, and enjoy an enhanced experience with a distillery tour followed by a tutored nosing and tasting of six different Tomatin expressions, each revealing why this distillery offers the ‘softer side of the Highlands’.
Find out more about Tomatin Distillery's whisky and tours on its dedicated page on the DistilleryTours.scot website.
Venue of the month: Scotch Malt Whisky Society Bath Street
The Scotch Malt Whisky Society (SMWS) is the world’s leading whisky club, offering members an ever-changing variety of rare and exceptional single cask whiskies.
At Glasgow's 40 Bath Street there are an amazing 670 bottles available by the dram, and more than 500 bottles in the shop - both growing all the time! Manager Calum Lawson promises some very special bottlings and harder-to-find older bottles that you won't see elsewhere.
The Snug at Bath St is a comfortable and cosy private space with individual tables of two that can seat up to 14 people - so perfect to pull up a chair and relax with friends.
Discover the world's widest collection of single cask whiskies, all lovingly selected for their exceptional quality and interest by an expert Tasting Panel. Unique, distinctive and strictly limited to a single cask, every one of their whiskies is a case study in the distiller's craft.
The dedicated Tasting Room is the ideal place to sit and explore Society whiskies with expert ambassadors, or settle back in the dining booths at the rear of the Members' Room for either dining or dramming, whatever takes your fancy.
Find out more about the Scotch Malt Whisky Society Bath Street on its dedicated page on the DistilleryTours website.
Scotch Malt Whisky Society Bath Street
Date With A Dram: Strathisla
For March's Date With A Dram competition we've teamed up with Strathisla Distillery to offer you the chance to win a bottle of their 18-Year-Old Distillery Exclusive.
Competition Time!
To be in with a chance of winning a bottle of Strathisla Distillery's 18-Year-Old Distillery Exclusive simply follow DistilleryTours.scot on Facebook or Instagram and share our 'Date with a Dram' post dated 1 March. The lucky winner will be chosen at random and announced in our April newsletter!
Congratulations to Andrew Cranston from Edinburgh who won February's competition - a bottle of Benriach Distillery's 2005 Distillery Exclusive Port Pipe Single Malt.
You must be 18 years old or over to enter. Please note, will never approach you for your credit card details or personal information, send you friend requests or ask you to click on a link. Please stay safe online and remember to drink responsibly.
DistilleryTours Podcast: International Beverages
In this episode we speak to Lukasz Dynowiak, Global Brand Ambassador at International Beverages.
Due to his role, Lukasz finds himself in the fortunate position of working with some amazing distilleries including Balblair, Pulteney, Speyburn and Knockdhu and so it will come as no surprise that there was plenty for himself and David to chat about.
DistilleryTours Malt of the Month: Balblair 21-Year-Old
For our Malt of the Month we learn more about Balblair Distillery's 21-Year-Old.
This 21-year-old whisky started its journey maturing in American oak ex-bourbon casks for 15 years however, its distinctive character was created by an extended further maturation period.
The Perfect Serve: GlenFizz
The Perfect Serve will titillate your tastebuds with a delicious whisky cocktail featured every month...
February's Perfect Serve is Glenturret Distillery's GlenFizz cocktail - a perfect afternoon serve or aperitif.
DistilleryTours Shop: Keep Calm & Have a Dram!
Brighter days are round the corner, so do as the whisky glass says and 'keep calm and have a dram'. Spring will be here before you know it!
In the meantime, if you're looking for some whisky-themed gifts, from hip flasks to hoodies, we've got you covered over at the DistilleryTours.scot shop.
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