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Westward Whiskey and The Whisky Club have teamed up for a sell-out release
Whiskey (whisky if you prefer) is often times a collectors item, and Westward Whiskey is quickly becoming the item every true aficionado has in their collection. They’ve now teamed up with The Whisky Club, the ultimate subscription for every whiskey lover, for a VERY limited release of Westward Whiskey’s Vintage Muscat Cask. This first for the distillery is a love-child years in the making with Australia’s own Rutherglen region, where they’ve taken muscat barrels from iconic Stanton and Killeen vineyard to age their all-American mash in. Westward has won many awards, including Double Gold in the 2021 San Francisco World Spirits Awards for their truly delicious Pinot Noir Cask, which is proof they’re a heavy-hitter in the whiskey market. Perhaps most inspiring though is the passion behind Westward. Westward’s legendary Master Blender, Miles Munroe flew out to speak at the launch and explained his ethos of believing “the future of whiskey is more interesting than its past”. A bold statement for a heritage product, but it’s clear to see the innovation coming out of new-age brewers who are being deliberately inefficient, trying new things and choosing flavour over volume. If you want to get your hands on one of these coveted bottles you’ll have to be quick as it’s sure to be a sell out range and it’s exclusively available through The Whisky Club as their December Whisky of the Month. The Whisky Club launched the Westward Rum Cask in 2021 to members and it was chosen by most as their winner for the year… Read More
Penderyn Distillery is opening third £2.75 million distillery in the Old Copperworks in Swansea
Welsh whisky producer, Penderyn Distillery, is gearing up to launch its third distillery in Swansea on July 14th. This exciting new venture is housed within the historic walls of an old Copperworks, beautifully blending tradition with innovation to create a unique space for crafting their exquisite Welsh whiskies. The spotlight of this launch is on the Penderyn Gold Range, a collection that is set to redefine the standards of Welsh whisky. This new distillery marks a significant milestone for Penderyn. It seamlessly merges the rich heritage of the old Copperworks with the distillery’s pursuit of excellence, creating a haven for producing high-quality Welsh single malt whiskies. This commitment to quality shines brightly in the Gold Range. Each bottle from this range is a treasure trove of pure Welsh liquid gold, meticulously crafted to perfection. The process behind creating the Gold Range is as fascinating as the whisky itself. Each single malt from this range is distilled with precision and passion at Penderyn’s state-of-the-art facility. The whiskies then undergo a careful maturing process in selected casks, culminating in a finish in exquisite Madeira wine casks. The result is a tantalizing blend of flavors that harmonize the sweetness of tropical fruits and raisins with the delicate undertones of vanilla. Penderyn’s dedication to crafting premium Welsh whisky has not gone unnoticed. The distillery was honored with Double Golds and Golds at the prestigious San Francisco World Spirits Awards in 2022. This recognition further validates Penderyn’s relentless pursuit of creating whiskies that captivate the senses. The launch of Penderyn’s… Read More
Gift the Scotch Whiskey lover in your life Aberfeldy – ‘The Golden Dram’
There’s something very romantic about Aberfeldy Scotch Whiskey – the distillery’s origin, nestled within a lush valley in the foothills of the Central Highlands of Scotland and the story behind the distillery’s water source, which is, of course, a critical element behind a premium quality whiskey. Christened ‘The Golden Dram’ – due to the pure freshwater drawn from the Pitilie Burn which was known to contain deposits of alluvial gold – Aberfeldy’s 12-Year-Old Malt Scotch Whiskey is a full-bodied, premium whiskey, golden in colour and rich in scents. Your senses will be enveloped with spices and honeyed plump fruits, with tastes of syrup and vanilla fudge, and a whisper of smoke on the finish, all made possible by the longer fermentation process and oak cask barrels making Aberfeldy 12, super smooth. Mellowed for 12 years in handmade oak casks, this smooth, sweet dram offers rich rewards for those who like to dig deeper. Drink it neat or take your pick from the Aberfeldy cocktail collection. Honey Highball: Tall and refreshing, this is a slightly unusual twist on the classic whiskey highball featuring chilled herbal tea as the mixer. 50ml Aberfeldy 12 120ml sweetened chilled chamomile tea (once tea is brewed, add 1tsp local honey and stir to dissolve before chilling). 5ml lemon juice Lemon garnish Golden Hot Toddy: Hot, spicy and zesty, this cocktail is perfect for cooler evenings. 50ml Aberfeldy 12 15ml local honey 20ml lemon juise 2-3 pieces of fresh ginger Hot water to top Spice mix (cinnamon, clove and star anise) The… Read More
Why Australian whiskey?
One of the greatest pleasures you can ever enjoy is having a glass of liquor when you need one, and the most recent goldmine for whiskey is Australia. I have never tasted Nectar, but I am sure it is nothing compared to this liquid gold from Oz. There is no strange art in making Australia Whiskies. The distilling and maturing process is similar to other whiskies, so why is there so much interest in this very young whiskey class? No sweat, I may not be Australian, but I am quite the connoisseur when it comes to whisky. I got you covered. I refuse to go into another elaborate debate on why it is Whisky and not Whiskey; the spelling doesn’t affect its quality. Maybe it does! The Australian Whisky is mostly distinct because it is made entirely of malt and matured in ex-wine casks. As you will see in the guide below, there are variations in the fermentation and even the mash bills, the Archie Rose Single Malt is made of six different malts, while the Starward and the Upshot have lesser malt than wheat or corn but no judgment, they are still Aussies. This guide shows you the five leading elixirs of the Australian continent and why each sip is worth the cost. Starward Two-Fold Double Grain If you doubt what Australian Whisky should taste like, try the Starward Two-Fold; it is the absolute epitome of Melbourne craftsmanship. The Starward Two-Fold Double Grain has a mash bill of 40% malted barley and 60% Australia… Read More