12 Drams of The Festive Period

This Pittyvaich 30-Year-Old 1992 is a rare and refined dram best savoured slowly. It’s perfect for a quiet evening with close friends, perhaps after a festive meal. Pair it with aged cheeses such as Stilton or a rich pâté for a luxurious and sophisticated experience. From the oldest liquid from the ghost Pittyvaich stocks, nothing more mature will ever be released.

Many of us celebrate milestones over and around the festive period. Much like you, we celebrated our 275th Anniversary this year. This 32-Year-Old, single cask Knockando is your chance to celebrate with us. From a first-fill ex-Sherry butt, this bottling couldn’t be more perfect for the festive period. With notes of dark fruit - prunes, figs, raisins and black cherries, on a base of planed oak; raise a glass with us and enjoy this unrepeatable Scotch whisky.

Start your festive celebrations with the maritime richness of Talisker 25-Year-Old. The deep peat smoke, coastal spices, and hints of sweetness are perfect as you wind down. Its heart is by the sea and can truly transport you to the rugged Isle of Skye from wherever you are enjoying the holiday season.

The Singleton of Dufftown 25-Year-Old offers a smooth, balanced profile of dried fruits, honey, and spice. It’s perfect for a celebratory toast during the festivities. Serve it with roasted turkey and all the trimmings, or pair it with a rich fruitcake for a harmonious, indulgent treat.

Mortlach 20-Year-Old offers a perfect balance of meaty richness and dried fruits, making it an ideal match for a festive dinner. Pair it with a prime rib roast, seasoned with herbs and spices, to elevate the flavours and provide a complex pairing that complements both the richness of the dish and the whisky’s depth.

Royal Lochnagar Selected Reserve offers an elegant and refined flavour profile with floral sweetness and oak spice. It’s perfect for sipping after dinner, especially when paired with a fruit pudding or a decadent chocolate dessert. The whisky’s gentle complexity will complement the sweetness of your festive treats. From a batch of just 3,000 bottles, the Sherry influence on this whisky couldn’t be more perfect for this occasion.

The luxurious John Walker & Sons, King George V is the perfect whisky to enjoy after dinner, particularly when paired with fine chocolate or a rich dessert like chocolate soufflé. The whisky’s smooth texture, with notes of dark fruit and oak, is a luxurious finish to a festive meal. Containing whisky from the ghost distillery of Port Ellen, this blend has layers of sweet fruits, dark chocolate, toffee, spices and roast nuts.

For those who love bold, smoky flavours, the Lagavulin 22-Year-Old was limited to 2,004 bottles and is a perfect match for leftovers. After rich meals, it pairs beautifully with a hearty winter stew or a rich venison dish. The smoky, briny notes will refresh your palate and add depth to your festive indulgence.

This 38-Year-Old Caol Ila, offers an exceptional balance of oily citrus fruit and smoky peat. It’s perfect for sipping by the fire on a cold winter’s evening, or perhaps on a long walk in the crisp winter air. A single cask bottling from 1983, this hidden gem will never be repeated and is a wonderful example of mature Islay whisky.

Teaninich 17-Year-Old Special Release is the perfect dram for a small, intimate gathering on New Year’s Eve. Its subtle honeyed sweetness and oak notes will pair beautifully with a selection of roasted nuts or a light smoked fish appetiser. Raise a glass to the memories of the past year and the promises of the new one.

Johnnie Walker Blue Label Ice Chalet is the epitome of cool, and what better time to enjoy it than when the year turns? This whisky’s complex flavours of spiced apples, plums and rich orchard fruits are perfect for raising a glass at the stroke of midnight. Pair it with a delicate canapé selection of chilled caviar or smoked salmon blinis to mark the occasion with class.

Begin the New Year with the exceptional Singleton of Glen Ord 40-Year-Old. Its deep, dark fruits and rich oak flavours make it a perfect pairing for a New Year’s Day brunch of smoked salmon, scrambled eggs, and buttery croissants. Finished for 28 years in Zacapa rum casks, the whisky’s smooth, long finish will add a touch of refinement to your first meal of the year.