Maker's Mark Private Select Batch #2 Exclusive (70cl / 50% abv)
Tasting notes
Reviews 89
Feedback & Rating 23
Brora 40 Year Old 200th Anniversary description
Distilled at Brora on the Sutherland coast in 1978, this limited edition expression has been bottled one year before the almost-lost distillery is due to reopen. Bottled in celebration of the distillery's 200th anniversary, this single malt was laid down at a time when Brora was producing a peated malt using heavily peated northern Highland barley. MAtured for four decades and limited to just 1,819 bottles (in celebration of the anniversary year), this expression is presented at a strength of 49.2% abv.
The nose is rich and sweet with fruity notes, ripe figs, and a fiery, smoky side. The palate is smooth and lightly waxy, with a powerful, rich, darkly sweet flavour becoming more savoury before the smoke emerges and lingers on in the finish.
Knowledge Bar
Brora was founded in 1819 as 'Clynelish', before it was renamed in the 1970s when the current Clynelish distillery was built next door. In 1983 the distillery fell silent for more than three decades until owner, Diageo, announced plans to resurrect the distillery in 2017, along with the iconic Port Ellen distillery on Islay. The renovated distillery will be complete with its original stills, which have been restored by Abercrombie coppersmiths in Alloa.
+ Add Your Review
You can add your own opinion about this product
Part of Diageo’s 2019 Special Releases, this limited edition Speyside single malt was distilled at the ghost distillery of Pittyvaich and matured for 29 years including time spen
We are here to help. Our motto is 'Unlocking the mystery of whisky'. We un-complicate the apparently complicated. We speak in plain language and our service is legendary. You leave us with confidence in your purchase and with a little more knowledge of this beautiful product.
With a selection of more than 1,000 whiskies including single malt Scotch whisky, rare whisky, exclusives and a large range of whisky gifts, there's something for everyone at The Whisky Shop. With our new daily whisky auctions, you can buy or sell rare and collectable whiskies with confidence and ease. Our mantra is ‘unlocking the mystery of whisky‘. By that we aim to un-complicate the apparently complicated, speak plain language and deliver excellent service to our customers. From single malts and blends, to grain and world whiskies, our staff are here to help you find the right whisky for you.
With a selection of more than 1,000 whiskies including single malt Scotch whisky, rare whisky, exclusives and a large range of whisky gifts, there's something for everyone at The Whisky Shop.
The Briton, who has won the title in each of the past two years, holds a 74-point lead over Mercedes team-mate Valtteri Bottas with a maximum of 78 available over the remaining three races of 2019.
The only time he has not achieved that was at the rain-hit race in Germany, when he crashed behind the safety car and was delayed during a pit stop. Even then he still came ninth.
The Most Mysterious Song on the Internet
With a selection of more than 1,000 whiskies including single malt Scotch whisky, rare whisky, exclusives and a large range of whisky gifts, there's something for everyone at The Whisky Shop.
The Briton, who has won the title in each of the past two years, holds a 74-point lead over Mercedes team-mate Valtteri Bottas with a maximum of 78 available over the remaining three races of 2019.
The only time he has not achieved that was at the rain-hit race in Germany, when he crashed behind the safety car and was delayed during a pit stop. Even then he still came ninth.
The Briton, who has won the title in each of the past two years, holds a 74-point lead over Mercedes team-mate Valtteri Bottas with a maximum of 78 available over the remaining three races of 2019.
The only time he has not achieved that was at the rain-hit race in Germany, when he crashed behind the safety car and was delayed during a pit stop. Even then he still came ninth.
The championship scenario
The Briton, who has won the title in each of the past two years, holds a 74-point lead over Mercedes team-mate Valtteri Bottas with a maximum of 78 available over the remaining three races of 2019.
Barcelona players 'were willing to delay pay' to help re-sign Brazil star
The only time he has not achieved that was at the rain-hit race in Germany, when he crashed behind the safety car and was delayed during a pit stop. Even then he still came ninth.
If Bottas does not win then Hamilton, who has an excellent record at the Circuit of the Americas, will be the world champion no matter what he does. So, it looks like it will be a 56-lap victory parade for Hamilton, but that does not mean the weekend will be dull.
So, it looks like it will be a 56-lap victory parade for Hamilton, but that does not mean the weekend will be dull. Overtaking is very much possible at the 5.513km circuit in Austin, as was shown last year, with Max Verstappen starting 18th and finishing second, while Sebastian Vettel recovered from an opening-lap spin to move from 15th to fourth. Eventually, Kimi Raikkonen - then of Ferrari - won a thrilling race for what will surely be his final grand prix win as he is now in an uncompetitive Alfa Romeo.
Customers Rating
Mitchell Nguyen
18.09.2019 at 3:24 pm
Advantages
Free collection from any shop with stock. If your local shop does not have the item, we can deliver it to the shop for £4.85 and you'll receive a £5 voucher upon collection to spend in store.
Imperfection
The stave selection for this unique release was chosen by a team from The Whisky Shop comprised of Claire Daisley, editor of Whiskeria, Phil Dwyer.
User comment
This limited edition single barrel bourbon from Maker's Mark is one of the first of its kind and an exclusive to The Whisky Shop. Taking inspiration from the process used to create Maker's 46, this Kentucky bourbon is crafted from a barrel made from a bespoke selection of different wooden staves, chosen by a team from The Whisky Shop. Limited to just 252 bottles.
Helpful review?
23
9
Mitchell Nguyen
18.09.2019 at 3:24 pm
Advantages
Free collection from any shop with stock. If your local shop does not have the item, we can deliver it to the shop for £4.85 and you'll receive a £5 voucher upon collection to spend in store.
Imperfection
The stave selection for this unique release was chosen by a team from The Whisky Shop comprised of Claire Daisley, editor of Whiskeria, Phil Dwyer.
User comment
This limited edition single barrel bourbon from Maker's Mark is one of the first of its kind and an exclusive to The Whisky Shop. Taking inspiration from the process used to create Maker's 46, this Kentucky bourbon is crafted from a barrel made from a bespoke selection of different wooden staves, chosen by a team from The Whisky Shop. Limited to just 252 bottles.
Helpful review?
23
9