It’s time to spoil ourselves and enjoy the best spirits during the holiday season. Whether it is a fine complex whisky or a subtle, delicate gin and tonic there is something wonderful about good drink and the holidays. As the Christmas season draws closer, most are on the lookout for bottles that not only capture the Christmas spirit but also put the spirit of the time into the bottles. Thus, the body of these specially matured alcoholic beverages is both luxuriously opulent and reassuring.
From the scotch where peated malts are used in the production process to the fine rums where different aromas give foods the richness they require to pamper anyone’s festive atmosphere.Each of the bottles is unique and represents traditions and skills of distilleries from different countries.These choices are perfect for a gift or for a glass of whisky by the fire during the holidays, they are sure to brighten up your winter.
Best Christmas Spirits: Premium Whisky
The Whisky Exchange is one of the largest online stores for whiskies, gins, rums, and other fine spirits in the world. No matter if you are an experienced drinker or a beginner in the world of spirits, they have a perfect list for everybody. They pride in displaying some of the most elite brands and offer a blend of flavors and styles to meet everyone’s taste buds. This Christmas, The Whisky Exchange offers a great selection of premium whiskies and spirits for those who want to make their holiday unforgettable.
As the festive season approaches, The Whisky Exchange has collected some stunning choices to either offer or enjoy during the Christmas time. These options are guaranteed to impress and amaze from the well-aged malts to the new-wave gins.
Lagavulin 16 Year Old
Lagavulin 16 Year Old is a whisky that perfectly embodies everything people know about Islay. This heavily fruited single malt has been in the hearts of the whisky lovers for many years. With its intense, almost tar-like character it has a complex, sweet-citrus fruitiness with background tones of iodine. Every single gulp is progressive, beginning with dryness and increasing the boldness as time progresses. This is whisky that opens up wonderfully in the glass; the smoke recedes into the background and reveals sweet spicy and fruity notes. This is a unique flavoured whisky that incorporates sweetness and spiced smoky experience which is ideal for the end of year festive season.
- The nose is rich and peat with a smoky background.
- Some hints of toffee, citrus and iodine
- A finish that is long and has a lot of depth to it
- Perfect for those who love strong peaty and campfire whiskies
- Another one of the ‘Islay legends’ which has now attained cult status.
Loch Lomond 18 Year Old
Loch Lomond 18 Year Old is a well put together single malt that I would say is a bit on the refined side. It has aged in American oak vats, giving it a very creamy, full mouthfeel, with charming spicy notes of tobacco, butter toast and vanilla. The palate is rich, with apple, grapefruit, and floral, honeysuckle and gooseberries hints. The aftertaste reflects a delicate reminder of smoke as well as a trace of good oak. This whisky also evidences the fact that Loch Lomond is in a position to produce complex and layered products. Perfect for a Christmas toast or for giving as a gift.
- This splendid whisky has been matured in American oak casks for the development of creamy mouthfeel.
- Smell of tobacco, toast and vanilla
- Palate that is apple, grapefruit, and floral.
- While blending it gives a balance of a slightly smoky taste and a good dose of oaky flavor
- Loch Lomond has done a great job in creating this product
Kilchoman Machir Bay
Kilchoman Machir Bay is one of the Islay whiskies that will give a young and fruity twist to the smoky profile of the island. The whisky is aged in a mix of first-fill bourbon barrels and is finished in oloroso sherry seasoned butts, which is an excellent mix. Expect big salt, smoke, and peat, but they are fresh and not heavy at all. The sherry cask finish is evident in this case and the whisky gains vanilla, lemon, and apple on the palate. This whisky is ideal for those who enjoy a peaty whisky but do not want it to be too strong, therefore ideal for the Christmas season.
- It is a blend of bourbon cask matured whisky and sherry cask finished whisky
- Strong and salty, smoky and with a peaty finish, but also light and lively
- Hints of vanilla, lemon and apple flavoring
- Not too heavy but balanced
- A classic Islay whisky with a little elegance
Ki No Bi Kyoto Dry Gin
Ki No Bi Kyoto Dry Gin is a Japanese gin that uses gin botanicals alongside other local ingredients. It is produced with rice spirit and has yuzu, Japanese cypress, green tea, bamboo, and sansho berries as its components. This gin is characterized by a citrus and herbal aroma and a floral, fresh, and invigorating taste. The aftertaste is smooth and a little spicy, and it is ideal for a gin and tonic or any cocktail of your choice. Ki No Bi makes it possible to add a little class into the Christmas event and the gin experience is quite enjoyable.
- It is a rice spirit-based beverage flavored with Japanese botanicals.
- Fragranced with yuzu, green tea, bamboo and sansho berries
- Citrusy and herby with floral undertones
- Smooth, slightly spicy finish
- Perfect for making gin-based drinks during the festive season.
A Perfect Christmas Toast
Especially as Christmas is coming, one cannot deny the pleasure of enjoying magnificent spirits that make the atmosphere even more joyful. From peated whiskies to delicate gins, there is something for everyone no matter what their preferences may be. Whether you’re sipping one with your favorite book or giving a bottle to a friend or family member, these fine spirits add a little luxury and comfort to the winter holidays.
This Christmas, make your festive season better with fine whiskies, gins and rums that are a testimony to the art of making spirits, and the spirit of Christmas.
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