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Diageo Special Releases 2022 Scotches Take A Mythological Theme

Diageo recently pulled the curtain back on its 2022 Special Releases Single Malt Whisky Collection, consisting of one-of-a-kind whiskies from Talisker, Lagavulin, The Singleton of Glen Ord, Oban, and for the first time ever in the collection, Cameronbridge. The expressions are described as being “inspired by the stories of mythological and mysterious creatures.”

The new Diageo Elusive Expressions Special Releases Scotch Whisky Collection, according to those behind it, was put together by Master Blender Dr. Craig Wilson, drawing upon certain barrel selections from a choice of over 10 million casks across over 30 Scottish distilleries. All the cask strength offerings once again are themed, and also sport unique illustrations and an interactive element.

More specifically, Diageo noted, “illustrator Ken Taylor returns this year with his signature style and is joined by fellow digital visualization artist Kevin Tong, as they partner to create designs that hero our brand protagonists, fusing fantasy, art and whisky.

Diageo 2022 Special Releases
Diageo recently pulled the curtain back on its 2022 Special Releases Single Malt Whisky Collection, consisting of one-of-a-kind whiskies. (image via Diageo)

“Brands come to life through our most unconventional and immersive storytelling yet – the Elusive Expressions Cocktails and Serves book. Explored in a bold graphic-novel style, cocktail-making is reframed through characters and journeys. Carefully created by our Brand Ambassadors, each cocktail and serve highlights the whisky collection for fans to recreate at home and enter a new world of Special Releases.

“From solving the mystery of the Ruby Solstice to capturing the Blood Red Moon, the Elusive Expressions Cocktails and Serves book explores the legends behind The Singleton, Lagavulin and Talisker, showcasing an unexplored world of rare flavor and the unique nature of each liquid.

“Whisky lovers are invited to step into the artwork of our dark and vivid world through the digital experience. Activated via QR code, doorways offer a glimpse into an alternative universe, fans will be able to interact with the collection and experience each brand’s story in the most immersive way yet.”

“Today we reveal and introduce Elusive Expressions, a boundary-pushing collection with flavours and finishes that truly redefine what cask-strength whiskies can be,” said Wilson in a prepared statement. “From abundantly rich, to strikingly rare flavors, each one is vividly bought to life with new energy.

“Featuring some of our oldest whisky dynasties, we’ve embraced the flavor contrasts that exist within the collection, to create an unexpected whisky experience.”

As for what’s in the bottles themselves, official details on each are below. In general, the 2022 Special Releases collection is available in limited quantities from specialist Scotch whisky retailers in Europe, the USA, Canada, Australia, selected markets across Asia and in airport duty free as of now.

Talisker 11 Year Old
ABV: 55.1%
Region: Island/ Isle of Skye
Cask: American oak ex-bourbon first fill, refill and wine-seasoned casks SRP: $119.99 (750mL)

Lagavulin 12 Year Old
ABV: 57.3%
Region: Islay
Cask: Heavily peated American oak refilled and virgin oak casks SRP: $149.99 (750mL)

The Singleton 15 Year Old
ABV: 54.2%
Region: Highland
Cask: Refill American & European oak and wine-seasoned casks SRP: $129.99 (750mL)

Cardhu 16 Year Old
ABV: 58%
Region: Speyside
Casks: Refill and re-charred American Oak, Jamaican pot still rum-seasoned casks SRP: $179.99 (750mL)

Oban 10 Year Old
ABV: 57.1%
Region: Coastal Highland
Cask: Refill and new American oak and amontillado-seasoned casks SRP: $109.99 (750mL)

Cameronbridge 26 Year Old
ABV: 56.2%
Region: Lowland
Cask: Refill American oak casks SRP: $319.99 (750mL)

Clynelish 12 Year Old
ABV: 58.5%
Region: Highland
Cask: Refill American oak and PX/Oloroso seasoned casks SRP: $199.99 (750mL)

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