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Rank: 19.7 pctl
Value: $4.73 / pctl
• $93.00 • 43.0% ABV
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Rank: 33.4 pctl
Value: $2.40 / pctl
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Shieldaig Speyside Single Malt 18 Year Old
Shieldaig Speyside Single Malt 18 Year Old is an aged Scotch whisky known primarily as a "budget" or "value" offering, produced exclusively for the retail giant Total Wine & More. It is a "mystery malt," meaning it is sourced from an undisclosed distillery in the Speyside region of Scotland and bottled under the Shieldaig brand, which is owned by Ian Macleod Distillers (formerly William Maxwell & Co.).
No Barrel Aging
100% Malted Barley
Ratings:
Whiskybase: 82.75 pts
Total Wine: 86.00 pts
Wine Enthusiast: 92.00 pts
Part of the Ian Macleod Distillers family of brands.
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Nose: Soft floral and herbal aromas lead into sweet layers of honey, caramel, and light citrus, with just a faint, surprising whisper of peat smoke
Palate: A smooth and light-bodied mouthfeel carries gentle flavors of crisp apple, pear, and creamy vanilla, balanced by mild oak and baking spices like cinnamon
Finish: The experience concludes with a soft, medium-length fade of lingering sweet candy, honey, and a touch of dry woody spice.
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Isle of Jura Superstition
Isle of Jura Superstition is a non-age-statement (NAS) single malt Scotch whisky produced at the Jura Distillery on the remote Isle of Jura off the west coast of Scotland. Renowned for its "subtly sweet yet smoky" profile, this whisky was designed as a balanced, lightly peated alternative to more intense Islay malts, acting as a bridge between delicate and heavily peated styles. The expression was officially discontinued in early 2018 as part of a brand range overhaul.
100% Malted Barley
Pro Ratings:
Whisky Advocate: 86.00 pts
Whiskybase: 78.00 pts
Wine Enthusiast: 92.00 pts
Independently Owned
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Nose: Aromas of soft smoke, roasting nuts, candied apples, and a hint of maritime brine fill the glass
Palate: A pleasant, creamy texture brings light peat smoke forward, supported by sweet notes of honey, tropical fruit, and cinnamon spice
Finish: The finish is moderately long and spicy, leaving lingering notes of smoked nuts, salted fudge, and oak.
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