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Signatory Vintage Whisky Small Batch Edition No. 20 Speyside (M)

The Signatory Vintage Small Batch Edition No. 20 is a fascinating single malt for anyone who appreciates the secrets of the Scottish whisky world.

The secret behind the “(M)”

In the whisky world, independent bottlers such as Signatory Vintage often use anonymised designations when they are not permitted, for legal reasons, to print the actual distillery name on the label.

In the Speyside region, the “(M)” is widely believed to stand for an absolute icon: Macallan.

If this is indeed distilled gold from this legendary distillery, you are getting a top-class Speyside whisky without paying the “brand premium” associated with the original distillery. Bottled by one of Scotland’s most respected independent bottlers, this release offers exceptional value for whisky enthusiasts.

Longrow Whisky 100° Proof Batch No. 2

Longrow is the name given to Springbank’s heavily peated single malt. While the barley malt for the classic Springbank is kilned over a peat fire for about six hours, the process for Longrow lasts a full 48 hours. In addition, Longrow is double distilled. The result is a characterful, oily, smoky whisky that is often compared to the powerful expressions from the island of Islay, yet retains its own distinct maritime character and unmistakable Campbeltown spice.

Bunnahabhain 12 Year Old Cask Strength 2025 Edition

The Bunnahabhain 12 Year Old Cask Strength (2025 Edition) marks the triumphant return of one of the Islay distillery’s most popular annual releases. Following a hiatus in 2024, the 2025 edition is now available once again.

Those who enjoy the standard 12-year-old Bunnahabhain (46.3%) will find this to be a significantly more intense, less ‘smoothed-out’ version. Due to its high alcohol content, it also takes a few drops of water wonderfully well, further opening up its floral notes.

As with the standard Bunnahabhain 12 Year Old, the whisky is neither chill-filtered nor coloured.

Signatory Vintage Whisky 100 Proof Edition No. 77 Clynelish

The Signatory Vintage 100 Proof Edition has quickly become a favourite among whisky connoisseurs seeking honest, powerful bottlings without any frills. With No. 77, the independent bottler pays tribute to one of the Highlands’ most prestigious distilleries: Clynelish Distillery.

Clynelish Distillery is famous for its “waxy” character — a mouthfeel reminiscent of beeswax or candle wax that enjoys cult status among single malt fans. The No. 77 edition perfectly captures this distinctive distillery style.

Signatory Vintage has struck a chord with this series. While many standard bottlings from the owners (in this case, Diageo) are often bottled at 43% or 46%, the 100 Proof Edition allows the whisky to express itself fully.

The 57.1% ABV (100 Proof according to the British definition) is often regarded by experts as the ideal strength at which the aromas display maximum intensity without the alcohol overpowering the nuances.

The Maltman Whisky Secret Orkney 16 y.o.

The Secret Orkney 16 Years Old (2008/2025) from Meadowside Blending's The Maltman series is a fascinating example of an independent bottling that plays on the mystery of its origin. As there are only two major distilleries on the Orkney Islands (Highland Park and Scapa), the “secret” is usually an open one – connoisseurs almost always guess Highland Park based on the profile.

This Maltman is an “island dream” for fans of strong, honest single casks. It offers the typical DNA of the Orkneys – heather, honey, and gentle smoke – combined with the depth of 16 years of maturation in a sherry cask.

Arran Whisky 10 y.o.

The Arran 10 Years Old shows what a young island distillery can do when it follows its own ideas: simple, natural ingredients, honest ageing, and a style you recognise right away. Since it was released, it has been seen as the core whisky of the Lochranza Distillery – a single malt that blends freshness, fruit notes, and a clean, elegant character.

The distillery on the Isle of Arran was founded in Lochranza in 1995. It is still one of Scotland’s newer distilleries, but it has become well established over the years. The 10-year-old single malt was one of the first whiskies they offered on a regular basis, and it is still an important part of their range today.

Eifel Whisky 746.9 "Peak" Single Peated Malt (12 years old) is the flagship product of the Eifel Whisky Distillery in Koblenz. The name of the "746.9" series is a direct homage to the Hohe Acht, the highest mountain in the Eifel, at 746.9 metres.

Behind the project is owner and master blender Stephan Mohr. The aim is not to create a "Scottish imitation," but rather an independent style with regional roots.

The "Peak" is a whisky for explorers.