Gordon & MacPhail – Aston's of Manchester https://astonsofmanchester.co.uk Cigars, Spirits, Pipes, Cigarettes and Accessories Tue, 12 Dec 2023 10:58:48 +0000 en-GB hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.7 https://astonsofmanchester.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/cropped-astons-favicon-1-32x32.png Gordon & MacPhail – Aston's of Manchester https://astonsofmanchester.co.uk 32 32 Speymalt Macallan 2001 Vintage https://astonsofmanchester.co.uk/product/speymalt-macallan-2001-vintage-53-9/ Sat, 30 Sep 2023 15:18:27 +0000 https://astonsofmanchester.co.uk/?post_type=product&p=10706 Gordon and MacPhail Distillery Labels Speymalt Macallan 2001 Vintage Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky (70cl / 53.9%) The Speymalt from Macallan Distillery range includes a series of exceptional single malts, each matured in the highest quality casks selected by Gordon & MacPhail.   Tasting Notes Rich stewed berry aromas give way to orange peel and autumnal spices. The palate holds dried cherry, milk chocolate and subtle black pepper. The finish is full and long with toasted oak.]]> Gordon and MacPhail Distillery Labels Speymalt Macallan 2001 Vintage Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky (70cl / 53.9%)

The Speymalt from Macallan Distillery range includes a series of exceptional single malts, each matured in the highest quality casks selected by Gordon & MacPhail.

 

Tasting Notes

Rich stewed berry aromas give way to orange peel and autumnal spices. The palate holds dried cherry, milk chocolate and subtle black pepper. The finish is full and long with toasted oak.

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Speyside Collection https://astonsofmanchester.co.uk/product/speyside-collection/ Tue, 09 Aug 2022 14:05:24 +0000 https://astons.development-visionsharp.co.uk/product/speyside-collection/ Gordon & MacPhail's Speyside Collection Leading whisky specialist Gordon & MacPhail has launched an exclusive Speyside Collection, offering customers the chance to purchase six exquisite single malt Scotch whiskies from some of Scotland's finest Speyside distilleries. Established in 1895, the fourth-generation family business is custodian to some of the world's oldest and most unique single malt Scotch whiskies. Allowing whisky fans the chance to savour an inimitable piece of Scotland's liquid history, the Speyside Collection brings together 329 years of knowledge, expertise and whisky maturation. The first release, limited-edition, Speyside Collection hosts a range of flavour profiles, from the fruity and peppery notes of Gordon & MacPhail Smith?s Glenlivet 1948 43%, to the long and slightly smoky finish of the Glen Grant 1949 40%, and the exotic fruit, sherry and crushed almonds flavours in Strathisla 1953 43%. Showcasing whiskies from across the region, the Speyside Collection also offers Gordon & MacPhail Mortlach 1954 43%, a spicy and creamy whisky, the award winning Longmorn 1967 43%, which is bursting with warming spiciness followed by stewed fruit and citrus flavours, and Linkwood 1972 43%, with its flavours of chilli spice, banana and dark chocolate. Since the founding of the business, Gordon & MacPhail has sent casks to distilleries throughout Scotland to be filled with new make spirit, before being matured under the custodianship of generations of the Urquhart family. Developing relationships with distilleries across Scotland throughout the company's history, the whiskies in Gordon & MacPhail's Speyside Collection are uniquely labelled using the original distillery labels. Stephen Rankin, director and a member of the fourth generation of the Urquharts, the family who own Gordon & MacPhail, said: "Four generations of our family have passed on skills and knowledge for matching spirit to quality casks and maturing whiskies for many years. The six vintages in the Speyside Collection are testament to our philosophy of producing high quality single malt. We hope malt whisky lovers will be able to enjoy and savour these special Speyside drams." A limited edition of 75 Speyside Collections will be available for sale worldwide.]]> Gordon & MacPhail’s Speyside Collection

Leading whisky specialist Gordon & MacPhail has launched an exclusive Speyside Collection, offering customers the chance to purchase six exquisite single malt Scotch whiskies from some of Scotland?s finest Speyside distilleries.

Established in 1895, the fourth-generation family business is custodian to some of the world?s oldest and most unique single malt Scotch whiskies. Allowing whisky fans the chance to savour an inimitable piece of Scotland?s liquid history, the Speyside Collection brings together 329 years of knowledge, expertise and whisky maturation.

The first release, limited-edition, Speyside Collection hosts a range of flavour profiles, from the fruity and peppery notes of Gordon & MacPhail Smith?s Glenlivet 1948 43%, to the long and slightly smoky finish of the Glen Grant 1949 40%, and the exotic fruit, sherry and crushed almonds flavours in Strathisla 1953 43%.

Showcasing whiskies from across the region, the Speyside Collection also offers Gordon & MacPhail Mortlach 1954 43%, a spicy and creamy whisky, the award winning Longmorn 1967 43%, which is bursting with warming spiciness followed by stewed fruit and citrus flavours, and Linkwood 1972 43%, with its flavours of chilli spice, banana and dark chocolate.

Since the founding of the business, Gordon & MacPhail has sent casks to distilleries throughout Scotland to be filled with new make spirit, before being matured under the custodianship of generations of the Urquhart family.

Developing relationships with distilleries across Scotland throughout the company?s history, the whiskies in Gordon & MacPhail?s Speyside Collection are uniquely labelled using the original distillery labels.

Stephen Rankin, director and a member of the fourth generation of the Urquharts, the family who own Gordon & MacPhail, said: ?Four generations of our family have passed on skills and knowledge for matching spirit to quality casks and maturing whiskies for many years. ?The six vintages in the Speyside Collection are testament to our philosophy of producing high quality single malt. We hope malt whisky lovers will be able to enjoy and savour these special Speyside drams.?

A limited edition of 75 Speyside Collections will be available for sale worldwide.

 

 

* Please note that alcoholic beverages are not for sale to people under 18 years of age. By ordering alcoholic beverages online, you declare that you are 18 years old or above. Please drink responsibly.

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Strathisla Collection https://astonsofmanchester.co.uk/product/strathisla-collection/ Tue, 09 Aug 2022 14:05:24 +0000 https://astons.development-visionsharp.co.uk/product/strathisla-collection/ Gordon & MacPhail Strathisla Collection Strathisla Collection.]]> Gordon & MacPhail Strathisla Collection

Strathisla Collection

 

 

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Glen Grant Collection https://astonsofmanchester.co.uk/product/glen-grant-collection/ Tue, 09 Aug 2022 14:05:13 +0000 https://astons.development-visionsharp.co.uk/product/glen-grant-collection/ Three hundred and fifty-three years of liquid history unveiled in Gordon & MacPhail's Glen Grant Collection.   Leading malt whisky specialist, Gordon & MacPhail, has launched an exclusive collection which focuses on six consecutive years from a single distillery. The limited-edition Gordon & MacPhail Glen Grant Collection offers consumers the opportunity to explore six rare and exquisite expressions from the historic Speyside distillery with a vintage selected for each year between 1950 and 1955. Since the founding of the business, Gordon & MacPhail has sent casks to distilleries throughout Scotland to be filled with new make spirit, before being matured under the custodianship of generations of the Urquhart family. Developing relationships with distilleries across Scotland throughout the company's history, the whiskies in Gordon & MacPhail's Glen Grant Collection are uniquely labelled using the original distillery labels. Featured in the collection are two award winning whiskies. The Rare Vintage Glen Grant 1954 won a double gold award at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition 2017 and a gold medal in the International Spirits Challenge 2017. The Rare Vintage Glen Grant 1952 was recognised by Jim Murray in 2017 with the accolade for Single Malt 41 Years & Over (Multiple Casks).   Stephen Rankin, director and member of the fourth generation of the Urquhart family who own Gordon & MacPhail, said: "By creating this collection, we have captured a unique piece of Scotland's liquid history, bringing together a combined 353 years of knowledge, expertise, and whisky maturation." "With six whiskies aged between 57 and 61 years old, this collection is a testament to the company's ability to nurture aged expressions."   Gordon & MacPhail has a long-standing relationship with Glen Grant; a landmark Rothes distillery built in the 1840s overlooking the River Spey. Today, Glen Grant is famed for its unique, almost square section to the stills that lead to a deliciously light, fruity, and gentle character.]]> Three hundred and fifty-three years of liquid history unveiled in Gordon & MacPhail?s Glen Grant Collection.

 

Leading malt whisky specialist, Gordon & MacPhail, has launched an exclusive collection which focuses on six consecutive years from a single distillery.

The limited-edition Gordon & MacPhail Glen Grant Collection offers consumers the opportunity to explore six rare and exquisite expressions from the historic Speyside distillery with a vintage selected for each year between 1950 and 1955.

Since the founding of the business, Gordon & MacPhail has sent casks to distilleries throughout Scotland to be filled with new make spirit, before being matured under the custodianship of generations of the Urquhart family. Developing relationships with distilleries across Scotland throughout the company?s history, the whiskies in Gordon & MacPhail?s Glen Grant Collection are uniquely labelled using the original distillery labels.

Featured in the collection are two award winning whiskies. The Rare Vintage Glen Grant 1954 won a double gold award at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition 2017 and a gold medal in the International Spirits Challenge 2017. The Rare Vintage Glen Grant 1952 was recognised by Jim Murray in 2017 with the accolade for Single Malt 41 Years & Over (Multiple Casks).

 

Stephen Rankin, director and member of the fourth generation of the Urquhart family who own Gordon & MacPhail, said:

?By creating this collection, we have captured a unique piece of Scotland?s liquid history, bringing together a combined 353 years of knowledge, expertise, and whisky maturation.

?With six whiskies aged between 57 and 61 years old, this collection is a testament to the company?s ability to nurture aged expressions.?

 

Gordon & MacPhail has a long-standing relationship with Glen Grant; a landmark Rothes distillery built in the 1840s overlooking the River Spey. Today, Glen Grant is famed for its unique, almost square section to the stills that lead to a deliciously light, fruity, and gentle character.

 

 

* Please note that alcoholic beverages are not for sale to people under 18 years of age. By ordering alcoholic beverages online, you declare that you are 18 years old or above. Please drink responsibly.

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Mortlach 25 Years Old https://astonsofmanchester.co.uk/product/mortlach-25-years-old/ Tue, 09 Aug 2022 13:59:11 +0000 https://astons.development-visionsharp.co.uk/product/mortlach-25-years-old/ Gordon and MacPhail Distillery Labels Mortlach 25 Years Old Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky (70cl / 43%)   Tasting Notes Appearance: Dark Gold. Aroma: Rich and full; Sherry and orange marmalade notes combine with stewed dates and prunes. Underlying herbal aromas surface and transform into brown sugar with gentle toffee highlights. Taste: Pronounced Sherry influences join creme br?l?e, orange marmalade, sultana, and raisin flavours. Hints of mature oak appear whilst an aniseed edge underscores dark chocolate notes. Finish: Medium with lingering charred oak and cocoa powder.]]> Gordon and MacPhail Distillery Labels Mortlach 25 Years Old Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky (70cl / 43%)

 

Tasting Notes

Colour; Dark Gold.

Nose; Rich and full; Sherry and orange marmalade notes combine with stewed dates and prunes. Underlying herbal aromas surface and transform into brown sugar with gentle toffee highlights.

Palate; Pronounced Sherry influences join creme br?l?e, orange marmalade, sultana, and raisin flavours. Hints of mature oak appear whilst an aniseed edge underscores dark chocolate notes.

Finish; Medium with lingering charred oak and cocoa powder.

 

 

* Please note that alcoholic beverages are not for sale to people under 18 years of age. By ordering alcoholic beverages online, you declare that you are 18 years old or above. Please drink responsibly.

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Linkwood 25 Years Old https://astonsofmanchester.co.uk/product/linkwood-25-years-old/ Tue, 09 Aug 2022 13:59:11 +0000 https://astons.development-visionsharp.co.uk/product/linkwood-25-years-old/ Gordon and MacPhail Distillery Labels Linkwood 25 Years Old Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky (70cl / 43%)   Tasting Notes Appearance: Dark Gold Aroma: Hints of baked apple, stewed raisin, and cinnamon enhance rich Sherry influences. Sweet liquorice aromas develop enhanced by light floral nuances. A polished oak edge remains. Taste: Sweet and spicy; date, prune, and raisin flavours complement warming pepper. Hints of cinnamon and clove add spice. Tangy blackcurrant notes mix with sweet cherry jam and candied citrus fruit. Finish: A nutty edge balances the lingering oak notes.]]> Gordon and MacPhail Distillery Labels Linkwood 25 Years Old Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky (70cl / 43%)

 

Tasting Notes

Colour; Dark Gold.

Nose; Hints of baked apple, stewed raisin, and cinnamon enhance rich Sherry influences. Sweet liquorice aromas develop enhanced by light floral nuances. A polished oak edge remains.

Palate; Sweet and spicy; date, prune, and raisin flavours complement warming pepper. Hints of cinnamon and clove add spice. Tangy blackcurrant notes mix with sweet cherry jam and candied citrus fruit.

Finish; A nutty edge balances the lingering oak notes.

 

 

* Please note that alcoholic beverages are not for sale to people under 18 years of age. By ordering alcoholic beverages online, you declare that you are 18 years old or above. Please drink responsibly.

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