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March, 29 2025
If you’re a whisky lover in the UAE, you need to make your way to
Windmill in Ghantoot. Why? Because their
malt selection is absolutely massive—over
1,000 whiskies to choose from! Whether you’re hunting for rare, ultra-aged bottles or simply looking to stock up on your favorites, Windmill is the place to be.
A Treasure Trove of Top-Shelf Whisky
For those who appreciate the finer things in life, Windmill’s
top-shelf selection is nothing short of jaw-dropping. Their collection includes
50-year-old whiskies from both
Glenfiddich and
Balvenie—a true treat for connoisseurs. If that wasn’t enough, their Glenfiddich range includes some seriously special expressions like the Grand Couronne 26-Year-Old, a luxurious French oak-finished dram, the Suspended Time 30-Year-Old, which delivers elegance and complexity in a bottle, the ultra-rare 40-Year-Old Time Series, and the Grand Yozakura 29-Year-Old, a unique fusion of Scottish and Japanese influences.
Speaking of Japan, Windmill boasts an
impressive collection of aged Japanese whiskies, featuring top names like
Yamazaki, Masahiro, and Kurayoshi.
Smoke, Spice, and Everything Nice
Peat lovers, rejoice! Windmill’s selection of
Islay and peated whiskies is next-level. You’ll find all the smoky heavyweights here, including The Octomore, the world’s most heavily peated whisky, alongside iconic brands like Bruichladdich, Bunnahabhain, Bowmore, Ardbeg, Laphroaig, Lagavulin, and Caol Ila. The best of Islay’s smoky and maritime styles is waiting for you.
If your whisky preferences lean toward
American classics, Windmill won’t disappoint. Their shelves are lined with a stellar range of
bourbons and ryes, including favorites like Maker’s Mark, Angel’s Envy, Bulleit, Gentleman Jack, Jim Beam, and Four Roses.
For the
blended Scotch fans, there’s a selection of both
premium, limited-edition bottlings and
great-value picks to suit any occasion. And if you’re into the
renaissance of Irish whiskey, Windmill has plenty of exciting
new releases to explore, from traditional pot stills to innovative cask finishes.
A Whisky Wonderland Awaits
Whether you’re looking for an
ultra-premium collector’s bottle or simply want to find the best dram for your budget,
Windmill has it all. Plus, they’re
constantly adding new whiskies to their collection, so there’s always something fresh to discover.
Located in
Ghantoot, Windmill is just
a 25-minute drive from Dubai Marina, making it an easy and worthwhile trip. And here’s the best part—you can
enjoy tax-free shopping while you’re there!
So, if you love whisky, make a plan to visit
Windmill. Your next great bottle is waiting for you!
The Wines we tasted