Signatory Un-Chillfiltered, Rare Thompson Bros. Casks and Mars Editions

Signatory Un-Chillfiltered Collection and New Releases from Thompson Bros. and Mars

The latest additions from Kirsch Import introduce a compelling range of whiskies, notably four revised releases in the Signatory Un-Chillfiltered Collection. These single malts showcase full-bodied profiles at 46% ABV, matured and finished in a variety of sherry casks without chill filtration or added color. Complementing these are fresh releases from Thompson Bros. featuring rare single casks from Ben Nevis, Glen Elgin, and Loch Lomond. The Japanese Mars distillery celebrates milestones with the Mars Komagatake 40th Anniversary Special Edition and Mars Tsunuki 2026 Edition , tracing its past and present craft.

Maturation & Flavor Profile

Signatory’s Un-Chillfiltered lineup includes diverse expressions such as the Speyside-style Benriach 10 Years Old 2015, finished in Oloroso sherry casks, and the distinctive Highland Park-style Whitlaw 8 Years Old 2018 enhanced by Pedro Ximénez finishes. The Teaninich 10 Years Old 2016 benefits from first-fill PX cask maturation, providing a rich fruity and spicy interplay, while the Auchentoshan 13 Years Old 2013 rounds out the collection with an Amontillado hogshead finish, offering nutty and citrus notes.

Thompson Bros. continues its focus on individuality and refinement with the Ben Nevis 29 Years Old 1996 matured in a refill sherry butt, Glen Elgin's elegant 22- and 19-year-old single casks, and the 13-year-old Loch Lomond expression matured in bourbon and Oloroso hogsheads. Mars presents two distinctive Japanese malts: the Komagatake 40th Anniversary, a blend spanning four decades and matured in bourbon, sherry, and American white oak casks; and the Tsunuki 2026 Edition, showcasing a three- to seven-year-old age range with bourbon and sherry influences.

Tasting Notes

Benriach 10 Years Old 2015 Signatory Vintage
• Nose: Ripe plums, dark raisins, liquid honey, toasted oak
• Palate: Dense chocolate, creamy caramel, cinnamon spice, oak structure
• Finish: Long with peppery warmth and dry wood

Whitlaw 8 Years Old 2018 Signatory Vintage
• Nose: Sweet sherry, raisins, dates, malty base, subtle smoke
• Palate: Robust malt, creamy caramel, fruity sherry sweetness, smoky notes
• Finish: Long with dried fruit and gentle smoke fading

Teaninich 10 Years Old 2016 Signatory Vintage
• Nose: Citrus orange and lemon, crisp apple, beeswax, honey, vanilla
• Palate: Full-bodied malt and toffee, spicy oak, rich PX fruitiness
• Finish: Long, honeyed with raisin and dry oak spice

Auchentoshan 13 Years Old 2013 Signatory Vintage
• Nose: Vanilla, caramel, peach, citrus, dried figs, wood spice
• Palate: Dark grapes, figs, bitter chocolate, cinnamon, roasted almond nuttiness
• Finish: Harmonious caramel and almond with citrus notes

Ben Nevis 29 Years Old 1996 Thompson Bros. Cask Nr.1497
• Nose: Citrus fruits, dried fruits, mineral structure
• Palate: Liquid honey, roasted nuts, dark forest fruits
• Finish: Long, dry, tannic with mineral elegance

Glen Elgin 22 Years Old 2004 German Exclusive Thompson Bros. Cask Nr.801306
• Nose: Delicate tulip blossom, ripe honey, vanilla
• Palate: Pronounced malt, fine spice, creamy vanilla
• Finish: Harmonious, dry wood, gentle vanilla

Loch Lomond 13 Years Old 2013 Thompson Bros.
• Nose: Ripe peach, green apple, salted peanuts, sultanas
• Palate: Raisins, dried apricot, hazelnut, toasted grain, lime zest
• Finish: Long-lasting roasted almonds and sherry depth

Mars Komagatake 40th Anniversary Special Edition
• Nose: Ripe apricot, juicy melon, agave sweetness, vanilla, subtle wood
• Palate: Raisins, creamy chestnut, roasted almonds, ci nnamon, dark chocolate
• Finish: Long, balanced sweetness with elegant spice

Mars Tsunuki 2026 Edition
• Nose: Dried dates, orange peel, ripe apple, roasted nuts
• Palate: Sweet honey, exotic pineapple, peach, kumquat zest
• Finish: Lingering vanilla and sherry spice with fine dryness

Release & Availability

These exceptional bottlings are presented exclusively through Spiritory. Highlighted editions include the Teaninich 10 Years Old 2016 Signatory Vintage , a 10-year-old Highland single malt finished in Pedro Ximénez sherry casks; the limited 13-year-old Loch Lomond 13 Years Old 2013 Thompson Bros. matured in bourbon and Oloroso casks, bottled at 52.2% ABV with just 553 bottles available; the Mars Tsunuki 2026 Edition showcasing vibrant Japanese maturation at 49% ABV; and the noteworthy Mars Komagatake 40th Anniversary Special Edition celebrating four decades of craftsmanship at 50% ABV. Whiskies like the Ben Nevis 29 Years Old 1996 Thompson Bros. Cask Nr.1497 with 436 bottles and Glen Elgin 22 Years Old 2004 German Exclusive Thompson Bros. Cask Nr.801306 limited to 288 bottles underline the rarity and quality offered in this round.

Collectively, these releases exemplify the unwavering dedication to natural whisky textures, eschewing chill filtration and colorants while delivering rich tasting experiences for collectors and enthusiasts alike. Each expression supports sophisticated enjoyment, whether savored neat or with minimal dilution.