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One apple a day keeps the doc away

Drouin Arran Angels close up

Explore the pinnacle of fine spirits with Christian Drouin’s distinguished selections: Millesime 2004 and Experimental Arran Angels. Each offering showcases unique stories of craftsmanship and complex flavors, crafted to captivate the most discerning connoisseurs.

Christian Drouin Millesime 2004

Dive into history with Christian Drouin Millesime 2004, a calvados that captures the essence of Normandy’s orchards. Distilled from select apples harvested in 2004, this vintage has matured gracefully, revealing a rich, layered profile. Enjoy the lush apple nuances, complemented by subtle woody and spicy notes. Each sip narrates a tale of heritage and meticulous aging, making it perfect for reflective moments and special celebrations. Indeed, Millesime 2004 is more than a beverage—it’s a tribute to tradition.

Christian Drouin Experimental Arran Angels

Venture into the realm of innovation with Christian Drouin’s Experimental Arran Angels, where traditional calvados meets bold experimentation. Aged in seasoned casks from Scotland’s Arran Distillery, this unique calvados blends Normandy’s rustic elegance with the robust spirit of Scotland. Consequently, it offers a symphony of creamy apple flavors mixed with hints of peat, vanilla, and dark chocolate. Ideal for those who seek to push the boundaries of taste, this expression challenges the conventional and delights with its complexity.

These limited-edition Christian Drouin creations provide a rare chance to experience distillation excellence. Whether you choose the timeless elegance of Millesime 2004 or the innovative flair of Experimental Arran Angels, each bottle promises an extraordinary journey of taste and craftsmanship. Elevate your collection with these remarkable calvados and indulge in the legacy of Christian Drouin—where every bottle tells a story of passion and artistry.

Christian Drouin Vintage 2004 box
Christian Drouin Vintage 2004 box
Drouin 13yo Arran Angels
Drouin 13yo Arran Angels
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New arrivals in the Thistle shop

Discover the latest additions to our whisky collection, meticulously selected to delight the taste buds of every connoisseur. Our selection today welcomes exclusive bottles from around the globe, including the refined Teeling SB Pinot Noir Suez at a unique 46°, embodying a fusion of Irish craftsmanship and French wine tradition. Also in the spotlight is the Teeling Crystal Malt 46°, a masterpiece of clarity and complexity, and the robust Arran 2009 13Y Single Cask at 56.7°, specially bottled for The Nectar, promising an unforgettable taste experience.

For enthusiasts of Scottish whisky, we introduce the Kilkerran 12Y 46° and the exceptional Kilkerran 8Y CS Oloroso 57.4°, each with their distinct character and intensity that reflect the rich heritage of Glengyle distillery. The peated Longrow 46° and the classic Springbank 10Y 46° offer a deep dive into Campbeltown tradition, while the Springbank Local Barley 13Y 54.1° treats aficionados to the essence of locally grown barley (will be offered through a loyalty action).

Our collection would not be complete without rare finds such as the Ardmore 1997 22Y 48.7° DD, celebrating a quarter century of craftsmanship and aging, and the Cadenhead’s 7 Stars Blend 46°, a symbol of blending perfection. With the addition of exclusive bottlings from the Cadenhead’s Original Collection and special selections for The Nectar, we offer something unique for every whisky collector and enthusiast. Experience the richness of global whisky traditions with our latest treasures.

ARRAN 2009 13Y SC 56,7° NEC
ARRAN 2009 13Y SC 56,7° NEC
ARDMORE 1997 22Y 48,7° DD
ARDMORE 1997 22Y 48,7° DD
Kilkerran 8yo CS Oloroso 57,4°
Kilkerran 8yo CS Oloroso 57,4°
Kilkerran 12yo
Speyside 2008 16y - Cadenhead's Enigma Series 53,6°
Speyside 2008 16y – Cadenhead’s Enigma Series 53,6°
Highland 2009 14yo CAD - Enigma Series
Highland 2009 14yo CAD – Enigma Series
Springbank 10yo 2023
Springbank 10yo 2023
Springbank 13yo Local Barley 54,1°
Springbank 13yo Local Barley 54,1°
Longrow
Glen Garioch 10yo 2013 - CADOC
Glen Garioch 10yo 2013 – CADOC
Macduff 2013 10yo - Cadenhead's original Collection
Macduff 2013 10yo – Cadenhead’s original Collection
Hazelburn 2010 13yo - Cadenhead's Original Collection
Hazelburn 2010 13yo – Cadenhead’s Original Collection
Teeling SB Pinot Noir Suez
Teeling SB Pinot Noir Suez
Teeling Crystal Malt
Teeling Crystal Malt
Cadenhead's 7 star blend
Cadenhead’s 7 star blend
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Cadenhead’s Enigma series

The whiskies bottled in the Cadenhead’s Enigma series are just that – unusual, hard to quantify, perhaps even slightly contradictory. They can be single casks, vattings of multiple casks, blends, blended malts or whatever else they can find that doesn’t fit into their existing bottling lineup but meets their only essential criteria – that they’re good.

We finally came to posting these two Enigma bottlings

Cadenheads enigma 25 years
Cadenheads enigma 25 years
Cadenhead's enigma 15 yo
Cadenhead’s enigma 15 yo
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Box Bizar is coming

Box Bizar 5 windows

Neem een kijkje in de wereld van Box Bizar, een uniek project dat zijn deuren zal openen in het schilderachtige gehuchtje Ten Broek in Sint-Genesius-Rode, België.

Dit toekomstige project, Box Bizar, dat zich nog in de opstartfase bevindt, belooft een vernieuwende belevingsruimte te worden die volledig in het teken staat van de boeiende wereld van sterke dranken. Als een toevluchtsoord voor liefhebbers en ontdekkingsreizigers die verlangen naar een prikkeling van hun zintuigen en een verdieping in de kunst van distilleren, staat Box Bizar aan de vooravond van het bieden van een unieke ervaring. Te midden van een betoverende omgeving, smeedt Box Bizar een perfecte symbiose tussen traditie en innovatie. Het project nodigt toekomstige bezoekers uit voor een exploratieve reis waarbij smaak, kennis en beleving hand in hand gaan. Zet je schrap voor een avontuur dat je meeneemt door een scala aan ontdekkingen en verrassingen, recht in het kloppende hart van België.

Buurten februari 2024 p1
Buurten februari 2024 p8
Buurten februari 2024 p9
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How much do you want these? Springbank Palo Cortado, Longrow 21y, Springbank 15y, Hazelburn 15y Sherry, Cadenhead’s Enigma 25y blend, …

The long awaited Springbank distillery gems have recently arrived.

Springbank 15y 2023
CAdenhead’s Enigma 25y Blend 2023
Hazelburn 15y Sherry 2023
Kilkerran Heavily Peated b9 2023
Springbank Palo Cortado 2023
Springbank 10yo 2023
Longrow 21y 2023

Unfortunately, these bottles are too often left unopened and are frequently sold by collectors at significant profits at auctions.

At Thistle, we hope that our customers purchase these bottles to taste and share with friends. We offer the bottles above at regular retail prices, but under certain conditions:

  • Existing customers will have a pre-sale opportunity and will be notified via email, where they can purchase the offered bottles with a password.
  • Due to the extremely limited allocation, we are offering only one bottle per customer.
  • There will be a social media campaign linked to the sale (so it won’t be the wealthiest, the quickest, etc., customer who can purchase a bottle, but the customer who comes up with the most creative approach and who supports and stayed loyal to our store).

Our mail to all existing customers will go out in the first week of 2024, so you still have the opportunity to become an existing client and participate in the campaign to buy one of these bottles at normal retail prices.