Introducing a Cultural Exchange of Flavors,
Craft, and Artistry in Eight Unique Single Malt Expressions
NEW
YORK, Oct. 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today,
DIAGEO unveils its Spirited Xchange Special Releases Scotch Whisky
Collection celebrating the journey of Scotch, countries and
cultures around the world.
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The Special Releases collection is an annual collection of eight
rare and collectible Single Malts carefully selected by Master
Blender Dr. Stuart Morrison, to
celebrate each distillery's unique characteristics and DIAGEO's
robust portfolio united together in quality Scotch making.
The incredible collection of unexplored flavors fuses together
unique casks showcasing different crafts and finishes that honor
local cultures, delighting Scotch whisky enthusiasts and
connoisseurs alike.
"This year, we're proudly revealing our new
series of distillery-first expressions: Spirited Xchange Special
Releases 2023. For me, Spirited Xchange is about identifying and
celebrating the ideas, flavors, and tastes that surround us each
day and inspire our curiosity to create. This collection has given
us the opportunity to roam freely through our vast portfolio and
experiment with old and new cask types, including various wine and
local spirits casks to create eight one-of-a-kind expressions that
we've never imagined before."
Master Blender, Dr.
Stuart Morrison
Spirited Xchange comes to life through intricate and alluring
pack designs, illustrated by eight artists across the globe - each
one dedicated to the beloved distilleries and the spirits in the
collection, creating a powerful storytelling moment.
The artworks are visual tasting notes, placing the expression at
the centre of the experience and exploring the flavors that emerge
from the local spirit casks:
Lagavulin 'The Ink of Legends', finished in a masterful
combination of Don Julio Añejo tequila casks, honors the ancient
art of tattooing while Lagavulin's renowned smokiness, rich with
bright herbs and juicy plums, is complimented by a lasting finish.
SRP: $170
Mortlach 'The Katana's Edge', finished in ex-Kanosuke
Japanese whisky and ex-Pinot Noir casks, is illustrated with a
golden gleam that represents the flash of umami that cuts through
the ripe, fruity sweetness of this stunning expression. SRP:
$280
Inspired by Scotch's global journey of discovery, this year's
collection also explores a variety of ages and spirits characters,
delivering new depth of complexity and capturing the essence of
cultural exchange through unique layers of flavor:
- The Singleton 'The Silken Gown', finished in rich
Chardonnay de Bourgogne French Oak casks, brims with warm toffee
and rippling layers of buttery golden fruit, characterized by
textures of a luminous and enchanting silk gown. SRP: $135
- Talisker 'The Wild Explorador', finished in a
combination of White, Tawny and Ruby Port Casks, celebrates the sea
with currents of spice and waves of dark fruit, finished with a
splash of sea salt, embodied by an iconic Portuguese vessel. SRP:
$135
- Roseisle distillery is proud to join the Special
Releases collection for the first time with its first public
release: 'The Origami Kite', etched with sweet vanilla notes
and a touch of molasses. SRP: $150
- Glenkinchie 'The Floral Treasure' 27 Year Old expression
is one of its most mature bottlings to date, carrying lush floral
aromas and sweet flavours resembling a Spring morning. SRP:
$400
- Oban 'The Soul of Calypso' epitomizes the essence of the
vivid energy of Caribbean culture
with vibrant flavors of tropical fruit mango and sugar cane
emerging from the Caribbean pot
still rum casks. SRP: $140
- Clynelish 'The Jazz Crescendo' is a dulcet symphony of
vanilla spice and smooth caramel notes, flowing from its exclusive
maturation in ex-bourbon American Oak casks. SRP: $200
The 2023 Special Releases collection became available in limited
quantities from select spirits retailers in the U.S. and on
Malts.com starting 1st October 2023.
DIAGEO encourages those who are 21+ to drink responsibly. More
information on the 2023 Special Releases Collection can be found at
https://www.malts.com/en-row/products/collections/special-releases-2023.
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