The White Peak Distillery recently earned of the top two accolades in the inaugural English Whisky Awards - a community-driven vote that directly reflects the audience's judgement - including Best English Single Malt for their superb Wire Works Bourbon Barrel release.
A touch of smoke, lots of custard and biscuit with lemon dessert and pastry; this is a welcoming and delectable malt, and it's no wonder it has received such high praise!
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Caracteres
Next up in our ‘Try January’ series, Isobel is tasting an outstanding champagne from Maison Gamet, the Caracteres NV.
This Champagne is remarkably different, thanks to the inclusion of a 1999 perpetual reserve wine. Its intriguing oxidative notes surprise and delight, adding layers of complexity and richness that showcase Meunier at its very best.
Bold, distinctive, and full of character—it’s a Champagne experience unlike any other.
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𝑺𝒕𝒓𝒂𝒊𝒈𝒉𝒕 𝒇𝒓𝒐𝒎 𝒐𝒖𝒓 𝑪𝒆𝒍𝒍𝒂𝒓: From the lauded 1961 vintage, the Chateau Latour, Premier Cru Classe, Pauillac.
This bottle was recorked in 1993 and remains in exceptional condition. It has consistently earned perfect 100-point scores from renowned critics, solidifying its reputation as one of the finest Bordeaux wines ever crafted. A true testament to the history and tradition of winemaking, it exemplifies the unparalleled quality achievable by a first growth estate in a vintage of such remarkable magnitude.
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Ben Holladay
Next in our ‘Try January’ series, Jack explores a bourbon new to the UK: Ben Holladay Soft Red Wheated Bourbon - Rickhouse Proof.
Founded in 1856, The Holladay Distillery is the oldest operating distillery in Missouri—and west of the Mississippi—still on its original site.
Curious to try something unique beyond classic Kentucky bourbons? Watch along to hear Jack’s thoughts—this one’s worth a sip!
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Ahead of the launch this Saturday, January 18th, our Spirits Specialist, Steve, shares his thoughts on the Stagg Barrel Pick—an exceptional bourbon and the latest addition to the Nickolls & Perks Exclusives family.
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Jerome and Steve delve into the finer details of the final release in our latest Nickolls & Perks single cask series: the Ardnamurchan 5 Year Old, matured in a first-fill Pedro Ximénez cask.
Join them as they discuss the various cask options explored during their trip to the distillery and share the story behind selecting this exceptional dram.
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Today, Jack is tasting our latest Nickolls & Perks shop exclusive and second from the Willett Distillery: the 7-Year-Old Single Barrel Rye. Watch along to hear Jack's thoughts on this superb Kentucky Rye.
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Ecker Eckhof
Next up in our 'Try January' series, we bring you two standout wines from Austrian powerhouse Ecker Eckhof. Renowned for crafting expressive wines from both classic and indigenous grape varieties, they offer a true taste of Austria. If Austrian wine is new to you, this is the perfect place to begin your journey.
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TryJanuary
This month we are exploring a range of ‘lesser known’ wines in the spirit of Try January!
Starting with La Cinso, from Burgundian winemakers Jean Paul Tollot and Anne Gros. This vibrant red hails from the South of France, where these classic winemakers are offering a new level of character and quality from this region.
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Steven and Jerome discuss one of the latest Nickolls & Perks single cask selections: a 2019 White Peak aged for 4 years and finished in a madeira wine cask.
Tune in to hear about the various cask options they considered and how they ultimately settled on this exceptional dram.
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Steve pairs a classic mince pie with our Foursquare 15 Year Old Private Cask Selection, bottled in celebration of our 225th anniversary. 🥧✨
The perfect indulgence for Christmas night by the fire.
Watch now to discover why this bottle deserves a spot on your Christmas list!
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We’re back with another Christmas food and wine pairing! 🎄
Today, Isobel is tasting the 2016 Cubillo Crianza from López de Heredia—a winery celebrated in Rioja and beyond for their complex, compelling style. 🍷
Paired with the ultimate festive favourite: pigs in blankets! 🥓
Watch now to uncover why this pairing is a must-try for your Christmas table! ✨
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