It hardly needs introducing, it’s one of the stalwarts of the drinks cupboard! Bell’s blended scotch whisky brings together the earthy flavours of many of Scotland's finest single malts creating a blend which is improved by oak cask maturation. Rich and familiar, the taste of Bell’s is like a loyal friend and the welcome nutty flavours teamed with notes of spice are infinitely enjoyable. The eight-year maturation process guarantees a round, warming flavour.

With a reputation which has grown positively since its creation in 1896, the famous grouse has a name which certainly suits. Craftsmanship and expert blenders ensure the famous grouse remains one of the world’s favourite scotches. One of the smoothest scotch whiskies there is, the famous grouse has a well-rounded yet immediately distinguishable flavour. Floral and peaty notes marry together to create the flavour so many of us know and love.

The artist's blend is a high-malt-content blend designed to be easy drinking and appealing to a wide range of consumers – this is full of compass box innovation and flair.

A single store right up in Aberdeen is where Chivas Regal is created. The art of blending has been honed to perfection, allowing the creation of a range of stunning Chivas Regal whiskies enjoyed around the world. Chivas Regal 12 year is recognisable because it’s lighter than your average dram, has a distinct sweet aroma and a smoky character, distinguishable on the palate which releases elements of all the different flavours behind its blend.

Johnnie walker gold-blend reserve is one premium whisky that all connoisseurs are rushing to try. Constructed around the flavours of single malt from clynelish, the flavours have been nurtured and brought into their own with great care. The nose is rich with Scottish heather, honey and caramel, with just a little subtle nutmeg coming through. On drinking, you’ll enjoy the smoothness immediately, with a velvety mouthfeel and more of that satisfying honey warmth. Spiced vanilla comes through accompanied by bright floral notes, leading into a long toffee-rich finish. Extremely drinkable.

Johnnie walker double black is an exceptionally limited edition offering which brings out the finest notes of the traditional black label and combines them with a peatier whisky which is matured in barrels which are more charred. A smoke-filled nose offers up a little vanilla, citrus and malt and the flavour is creamy, malty and packed with enjoyable peat smoke. Salty butter, sweetened custard and cereals add further depth and character to this premium blend.

The naked grouse is a blended scotch whisky matured in the very best first-fill sherry casks.

The new liquid retains the rich distinctiveness and is a more balanced, smoother finished whisky, married together in virgin oak casks giving a slightly sweeter taste.

One of the most highly commended Chivas regal blended malts, this 25-year-old offering is truly delicious, with light fruit notes pairing perfectly with soft nutty notes. On the nose, it’s the nuttiness that comes through first followed by berry fruits and malts and even a faint hint of porridge. The flavour is softer, gentle with sweet honey, aniseed and elegant toffee richness. An earthy finish is a perfect endnote.

Dewar’s 12-year-old blend is a vibrant, juicy offering which is rich in fruity flavours and warmth. The nose is a heady concoction of fruit and creamy malted notes. There is a sweetness in the nose that follows through into the flavour with the barley malts taking centre stage and aromas of hot buttered toast also coming through. A little honey and aniseed spice adds further depth and reinforces the rich whisky flavour.

The nose is awash with sweet cherries and classic vanilla and on the palate you’ll enjoy an intense heat that mellows into a mesh of peaches, cherries, cinnamon and orange zest. A smoky finish is just what’s needed to show a bourbon of true class.

Sazerac straight rye whisky takes its name from the New Orleans coffee house which was known as the home of the sazerac cocktail. Without this exceptional whisky, the cocktail would be nowhere near as great. Aromas of vanilla, anise, pepper and clove are released but the flavour is subtler, with candied spice and sweet citrus taking over.

A green and crunchy entry in the hakushu range, combining whisky of a wide variety of ages, from across the range of casks used by the distillery to create a gently smoky dram, packed with fruity flavour.

Yamazaki 12-year-old is probably the most famous Japanese whisky there is. an exceptional single malt, it was one of the first seriously marketed offerings from japan to reach the rest of the world. Intensely enjoyable and rich with nut oils and citrus zest, Yamazaki 12-year-old is smooth in the mouth with biting winter spice providing that classic whisky flavour, with the fruity notes ensuring a rounded finish. A must for first-time Japanese whisky drinkers.

Nikka from the barrel is an exceptional Japenese whisky which truly packs a punch. Power is truly the name of the game with nikka from the barrel. A balanced nose introduces floral flavours, fresh fruit, spice and also oak leading into a full-bodied punchy flavour on the palate. Winter spice, toffee and vanilla come alongside the bright fruity notes, creating a flavour which is welcoming, enticing and almost demands you take just one more sip.

Jameson Redbreast whisky is rarer than your average Irish offering and has some truly memorable keynotes. Pouring your first dram will be a pleasure as aromas of freshly cut grass, malt and lemon citrus come through. On drinking, you’ll enjoy a flavour rich in ginger with thick honey, hot cinnamon and even notes of sherry on the palate. The cinnamon delivers fiery spice which is satisfying and blends beautifully with the deep malty notes.

Bushmills just got even better. An exceptional 10-year-old single malt offering which has been recognised for its quality and won awards for its flavour. The rich banana aroma leads into a highly fruited flavour, with hints of chocolate and oak tannin depth. Floral notes are present throughout and this is one whisky that only reveals itself with you pop in a drop of water or two. Simple yet classic and of course, extremely moreish.

Bushmills black bush is an interesting blend that’s a little different from the rest on the market. Bringing together malt whiskies which have been aged for 11 years in sherry casks for a truly alternative flavour. The nose is powerful with lemon, fresh grapes and barley with a flavour which is sweet, almost dairy-infused and rich in fruit. Its finish brings the barley back into centre stage and peppery notes come through strongly.

Triple distilled from the finest Irish barley and pure spring water and then matured in oak casks. Jameson carries the hallmark of quality, which has made it the best selling Irish whiskey around the world.

County Cork’s finest creation, Jameson whisky has been enjoyed in Ireland and beyond for over two centuries. Known around the world for its palatable smoothness and velvety touch on the palate, Jameson's flavour is also worthy of note, sweet and aromatic and thick with marmalade and citrus notes. The sharper flavours are balanced against a touch of sweet vanilla cream, delivering that classic Jameson's flavour the world knows and loves.

Bushmills, a word synonymous with Ireland and a drink that all fans of Irish whisky and whisky, in general, will know and love. A true classic that has stood the test of time Bushmills is your genuine Irish whisky, complete with floral, herbal nose, the tang of citrus and elderflower in it’s the taste and a long cardamom rich finish. A whisky which commands respect and should be enjoyed neat or with a little ice or water.

Tullamore dew is one of those famous Irish whiskies we all know and love. Classic flavour notes come through, with fruit and malt taking centre stage. Caramel and toffee soon follow and deliver added sweetness and warmth. Bitter fruit peel is balanced against the honeyed notes, vanilla and a herbal depth which really adds more character to the drink. If you were wondering why it’s called dew, it’s simply the initials of the Tullamore distillery’s manager at the time!

Canada’s most famous whisky, Canadian club has a flavour which fans will know all too well and newcomers will certainly learn to love. Its aroma is sweet with warm notes of barley sugar and biting aniseed, alongside vegetal freshness. When you take the first sip it’s surprisingly gentle, a mellow flavour with dark sugar, the essence of rum and winter spice coming through. It’s a generally medium-bodied whisky with many pleasing flavour notes to enjoy.

Distilled and initially aged in Canada, before years of further ageing at a whistle pig farm in Vermont, this is, as owner raj bhakta puts it, 'a Canadian-us collaboration to the core'.

The bright honey hues of this 10-year-old bourbon invite you in to try its wonderful warm flavour. Eagle rare 10-year-old is a pure and mellow flavoured bourbon with scents of ripened banana and smoky charcoal coming through first. The flavour is deeper with fresh fruit notes pairing with the charcoal depth, melon comes through strongly with candied almonds and a long fiery endnote. A versatile bourbon which you can mix or sip as you wish.

Evan Williams extra-aged offers flavours different from other bourbons in the distillery’s range, simply due to the extra time it spends in its barrels getting ready. When perfectly prepared it’s bottled and you’ll enjoy a wonderfully mellow and drinkable bourbon which has a perfectly balanced flavour. On the nose you’ll get bright notes of vanilla, cream and spice and they soon lad onto a maple syrup rich body, warm on the palate with oak notes balancing against the spice. Warm and sweet, perfect for those chilly winter nights.

Buffalo trace offers a wide range of exciting bourbons and their classic Kentucky straight buffalo trace is one of the most famous. Intense with velvety vanilla, warming spices and oaky barrel char, each sip of buffalo trace is a real pleasure. Its aroma is rich like a box of toffees, with notes of chocolate éclair, cinnamon and rum spice. On the palate brown sugar comes through strongly with toffee depth and the spicy cinnamon heat also coming through. A classic Kentucky bourbon you can sip again and again.

Wild turkey 101 has been aged for eight years at a much higher proof than they’re traditional bourbon. This delivers a more intense, alcohol-heavy nose but also a deeper, more complex flavour. You wouldn’t know it from the nose as it’s light and unassuming but once you sip you’ll taste the depth of sweetness within this bourbon alongside the toasty alcohol burn. Pepper, caramel and honey are stand out flavours in this intense bourbon and it’s certainly one to remember.

Knob Creek is one of those classic small-batch bourbons that’s jumped in popularity. Take this chance to try it out for yourself. Produced by Jim Beam, it’s a traditional blend with nine years spent maturing and a spicy sweetness which is warmly satisfying. Even when first encountering the aroma you’ll get that mix of spice and sweetness, with granary toast melding with toasty oak and a spicy touch of rye. The flavour is pepped up and spice is the central feature with nutty, sweeter notes taking a backseat. It ends on a dry note and is wonderful sipped neat.

Woodford reserve is a very specific combination of corn, rye and malt creating a cereal-rich flavour. It’s unusual as it's triple distilled and matured for six years, creating a smooth yet punchy flavour which is perfect for bringing out the best in your next old-fashioned cocktail. Thick and creamy both in aroma and taste, notes of honey, deep spice, fresh leather and cocoa come together to create a flavour you won’t be able to forget. Toast oak spice is your main reminder of the drink when you finish.