Episode 552: September 12, 2015

The Glenrothes was one of the first Scotch Whisky distilleries to label its single malts with wine-style vintages instead of age statements. While the Berry Bros. & Rudd-owned brand remains committed to vintages, it’s re-launching its entire range of vintage-less whiskies known as The Glenrothes Reserve Collection. Luke Tegner of Berry Bros. & Rudd was in New York City this week to introduce the new range, and joins us on this week’s WhiskyCast In-Depth to discuss the changes. We also have a lot of new whiskies to talk about this week, including the annual Buffalo Trace Antique Collection, single grains from a closed Glasgow distillery, more Laphroaig 200th anniversary single malts, and new expressions from Arran, Burn Stewart, The Dalmore, and more…along with a special segment on whisky and space!

Links: The Glenrothes | Buffalo Trace | Michter’s | MB Roland | Diageo | Royal Salute | The Antiquary | Wemyss Malts | Laphroaig | The Dalmore | Bunnahabhain | Deanston | Ledaig | Arran | Rademon Estate Distillery | Ballantine’s Space Glass | Ardbeg | Douglas Laing & Co. | Abbey Whisky | Hyde Whiskey