anCnoc 12 year old (RRP £34) - Soft and aromatic on the nose it has hints of anCnoc's signature flavour notes of honey and lemon, resulting in a long smooth finish. The 12 year old's gentle amber colouring comes from its maturation in American oak ex-bourbon and ex-oloroso casks, which deliver a fantastic flavour profile with a surprise at each twist and turn. This is the perfect entry level dram, set to convert any man into a whisky lover.
anCnoc 12year old
anCnoc Rascan (RRP £52) - This expression embraces anCnoc's signature sweet and citrus notes, yet the warmth of spice and smooth leathery undertones gives Rascan a unique floral finish encased in a rich smokiness. Rascan's dark but delicate spirit is the ideal dram for connoisseurs looking to explore a different side of whisky.
anCnoc 22 year old (RRP £90) - If you're looking for something more exclusive, the exquisite 22 year old from anCnoc is sure to be the perfect choice. With flavour notes combining sweet honey and full bodied spice in the form of crushed cloves and blood orange flavours, all wrapped in an additional leathery smokiness, this whisky is a standout from anCnoc's traditionally silky style.
anCnoc 1975 vintage (RRP £300) - Spicy on the nose, the malt has a full bodied, intense and complex flavour with notes of fruit cake, sticky toffee and leather, leading to a long, sweet finish. With only 1,590 bottles available worldwide, the 1975 Vintage single malt is one of the most exclusive whiskies on the market, and with its distinctive taste makes it an extraordinary gift for an extraordinary man.
From William Grant and Sons, Monkey Shoulder (RRP £28) - Monkey Shoulder is a malt whisky blended from three of Speyside's finest single malts, using batches of just 27 casks for a smoother richer taste. It is great with mixers or just on its own. Smooth, sweet and very easy to drink.
The Balvenie DoubleWood 17 year old (RRP £80) - The DoubleWood 17 Year Old is an elder sibling to DoubleWood 12 Year Old, The Balvenie's most popular expression. The new aged version shares the same DNA and the honeyed, spicy characteristics as the 12 Year Old, but it is distinctly different, with deeper vanilla notes, hints of green apple, creamy toffee and a striking richness and complexity.
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