ImpEx Beverages, a renowned global spirits importer, is known for its unparalleled ability to procure and introduce the finest rare and premium expressions to the United States. With a strong focus on Scotland’s top-tier offerings, ImpEx meticulously selects and brings to market a range of specially chosen spirits, with the pinnacle of its offerings being The ImpEx Collection.
ImpEx Beverages, led by President and Keeper of the Quaich Sam Filmus, is now proud to present Edition Four of The ImpEx Collection, consisting of four single-cask, single-malt Scotches and two single-cask, single-malt global whiskies from the far-off, worldly corners of India and New Zealand.
All of The ImpEx Collection Edition Four expressions will be available starting October 16th, 2024, when excited consumers can begin to look for these fantastic expressions in specialty retailers across the US.
ABOUT THE IMPEX COLLECTION EDITION FOUR
The ImpEx Collection 2011 12 yo Royal Brackla Single Cask #110000245 (58% abv. RRP $120 – 282 bottles total)
Nose: Traditional Scrumpy cider springs out of the glass with apples and melted demerara sugar. A background of cinnamon and nutmeg spice builds and compliments the freshness
Palate: Rich and Creamy with apples and pears. A bright, lemon zest note creates a zingy feel and is enhanced by a delicate black pepper spice. With time, the orchard fruits are balanced with walnut skins.
Finish: The nuttiness from the spirit lingers and carries soft, brown sugar and cake spice.
The ImpEx Collection 2009 14 yo Dailuaine Single Cask #312079 (56.8% abv. RRP $140 – 250 bottles total)
Nose: Coconut oil, tangerine, apricot, vanilla, and honeysuckle combine in a sweet perfume.
Palate: Apricot and tangerine dance together with a notable warmth and a touch of fennel. Waxy feel.
Finish: Apricot gives way to green apple lingering on the tongue and bringing you back for a second sip.
The ImpEx Collection 2009 14 yo Strathmill Single Cask #802952 (57.5% abv. RRP $140 – 272 bottles total)
Nose: Red apple, cinnamon, pear, star fruit, sugar plum, and baseball card bubble gum.
Palate: Baseball card bubble gum and pear notes let you know they are there as they are joined by touches of fresh barley, wax, and rose petals.
Finish: The palate extends bringing a finish that is lasting and rich in flavor.
The ImpEx Collection 2011 12 yo Benrinnes Single Cask #306532 (58.9% abv. RRP $120 – 273 bottles total)
Nose: Cherries, rosemary
Palate: Cherries and rosemary continue with the addition of candle wax and red fruits. Chewy
Finish: Blood orange emerges bringing a fresh citrus note to round out the experience.
The ImpEx Collection 2020 3 yo Pōkeno Amontillado Cask #20-26 (58.5% abv RRP $125 – 330 bottles total)
Nose: Ripe peaches, orange and pear drops, with hints of honey and almonds
Mouth: Peach and Orange liqueur combine with marzipan and cashew nuts, and a hint of dried spice
Finish: Long and rich
The ImpEx Collection 2015 7 yo Indri ex-Wine Cask #1746 (53.5% abv RRP $175 – 175 bottles total)
Nose: Sweet and elegant with hints of figs, plums, and raisins.
Palate: Well balanced and long lasting with fruit predominance and sweetness.
Finish: Complex with touches of vanilla and grapes.
For more information on these beautiful gems, including where to buy them, please email ImpEx Beverages at [email protected] for an individual and personalized response.
ABOUT THE IMPEX COLLECTION
The ImpEx Collection is a labor of love derived from the heart of Sam Filmus, President and Managing Director of ImpEx Beverages. He, along with his business partner Chris Uhde, has spent a significant amount of time and passion selecting the casks that go into each bottle of The ImpEx Collection that you find on the shelf. After over 40 years of combined industry experience, you can tell that each cask is unique and special, offering the best that different categories have to offer.
Whether you find yourself looking for a dram of rare and unique whisky or you feel you want a special and select rum or mezcal, you can be sure that each bottle of The ImpEx Collection will take your passion for a spirit to new heights. The high expectations for quality and taste that Sam and Chris possess can be found in each sip of delicious juice. While we unveil the offerings from The ImpEx Collection, we hope you will find the taste and style that suits you best.
