Fenjiu QingHua 30 Year Old Baijiu
Quintessential to Chinese culture of celebration and hospitality, Fen Jiu has a proud history of excellence in brewing and is known as “the Founder of Chinese liquor industry”. Known in Chinese as “Qing Hua”, this is a flagship bai jiu with a taste of floral and fruit aromas, nuts and plum aromas, offering rich and elegant Chinese flavor. Adopts the elements of China core porcelain culture - blue and white porcelain as package. Blue and white porcelain, which is elegant and refined, noble and profound, is regarded as the quintessence of Chinese culture. Fen Chiew is broad and profound, and has a long history and famous in the world. The combination of Fen chiew and Blue and white porcelain shows Chinese classic porcelain spirit culture. Alcoholic Content: 53% Vol: 500mL, contains Approx. 20.94 standard drinks. Ingredients: water, sorghum, barley, peas.
Old Kempton Distillery The Coachhouse Strength
Aroma: A beautifully complex nose that develops as the whisky sits in the glass and warms. Rich malt and fruit pastilles give way to delicate florals and musk sticks. Flavour: A sweet and elegant palate that maintains the body and alcohol warmth expected of a cask strength. Stewed apple and spices develop as the whisky moves across the palate. Finish: A long sweet finish with jelly babies and gummy bears giving way to oak, mixed spices, and orange peel. The Coachhouse Cask Strength pays tribute to the temporary location of our distillery when we first moved to Dysart House. The historic coach house was home to our distillery until the new distillery building was completed in 2021. During this time, the coach house played an integral role in the story of Old Kempton Distillery, producing whiskies that will be enjoyed far into the future. This cask strength release is a collection of carefully selected casks that beautifully capture the flavour profile at the heart of Old Kempton whisky. To achieve this, we select cask types from across our range, including Tasmanian Pinot Noir and Australian Fortified Wine casks, and match them together to create a perfect balance between the bright fruit and rich malt style of Old Kempton spirit and the layers of complexity which comes with age and maturation. This whisky drinks well either as it is, or with a touch of water.
Old Kempton Distillery 10th Anniversary Release Single Malt Whisky
Ten years marks a significant period in the development of Old Kempton Distillery. Along with Lyn Lark, James Reid and Amelia Hope, we started what was going to be a small craft distillery. Over time, the distillery attracted a few passionate friends who shared our vision. They were welcomed into our family bringing expertise and enthusiasm guiding OKD to what it is today. We are also fortunate to have a wonderful support team to facilitate OKD’s commitment to becoming a true artisan distillery. On behalf of OKD, I thank you for your support and making the future look bright. We look forward to welcoming you to the distillery and being able to share more of our amazing Tasmanian spirits. Cheers for now, Bill Lark – Co Founder OKD Tasting Notes by Rob Tyson, Head Distiller. Aroma: A rich and ever developing aroma with dried fruits (raisins and sultanas), tinned pears, coffee with dark chocolate, orange peel, rich malt, and toasted almonds. Palate: Rich oil, and creamy across the palate with a good balance of both sweet and dry elements (ANZAC biscuits, Seville orange, and oak). Finish: Great mouthfeel with good spread and balance (Gingernut biscuit with spice and toffee). This release marries together spirit distilled at both our original site at Redlands Estate and at our new home at Dysart House, Kempton. Whist our location has changed, the delicate fruit and malt driven spirit that we produce has been consistent across our sites and is central to the style of whisky we produce.
Mars Distillery Komagatake IPA Finish Single Malt Japanese Whisky ( Release)
Located high in the Japanese Alps in Nagano Prefecture, the Mars Shinshu distillery has beer brewery Minami Shishu Brewery as its neighbour. Both the whisky distillery and craft brewery use pure mineral water from the mountain in their facilities and production. Whisky maturation is encouraged by short hot summers, with long cold winters providing a slow and gentle maturation and a break. For the 2020 release of the Mars Komagatake IPA Cask Finish Single Malt Japanese Whisky, traditional oak barrels were used for the 3 year maturation. Following this, the single malt is aged further in casks used for the production of Indian Pale Ale. This provides a subtle and unique essence of beer character.
Balvenie French Oak 16 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky
The Balvenie create a unique range of single malt Scotch whiskies hand-crafted in Speyside using centuries-old skills passed down through generations. The Balvenie's' process is a combination of expertise, skill and ambition which is the same now as it has been through generations. Balvenie's use of 5 key crafts is key to maintaining their high standards. Home grown barley, craft of the cooperage of the barrels, the malting floor where the grain is prepared, the copper stills that create the base spirit and the malt master who oversees the refining of the end product. The Balvenie French Oak is a vibrant single malt finished in casks previously held wine from the French Charentes vineyards. Pineau des Charentes is a fortified wine made from unfermented grape juice, to which a Cognac eau-de-vie is added and then matured. Sixteen years of maturation in American Oak casks brings an abundance of vanilla spice and warm honey notes. The finishing in Pineau casks brings energizing grapefruit, geranium, glazed fruit and ginger. This is the first of The Balvenie finishes to explore French Oak. Pineau is akin to cognac in terms of production and flavour, allowing us to capitalise on the rise of this flavour profile and its premium credentials. The Balvenie USA brand ambassador Lorne Cousin suggested Malt Master David C. Stewart MBE explore these casks after a trip to the region with his family where he fondly remembers sipping an aperitif. Beautifully balanced light floral notes from lotus and geranium flowers dance between hints of fresh meadow grass and pealed apple skin. On the palate there is an energising zing from tangy lemon rind and grapefruit meet the delicate subtle sweetness of glazed fruits and spice from root ginger, with a refreshingly concise finish.
Hibiki Blender's Choice Blended Japanese Whisky
Suntory Whisky was founded in 1923 by Shinjiro Torii. For over three generations, Suntory's master blenders have devoted themselves to pursuing the harmony of Japanese nature and craftsmanship. Shaped through masterful technique and served with a reverence for Japanese omotenashi, Suntory whiskies are among the most awarded and admired in the world. Hibiki is the paragon of harmony - launched in 1989 to commemorate Suntory's philosophy on living in harmony with people and nature. The name Hibiki means "resonance" in Japanese. Suntory Whisky Hibiki resonates with the subtleties of nature infused by the twenty-four reasons of Japan's traditional calendar and reflected in the twenty-four facets of its bottle's designs. Hibiki is a noble blend of innumerous malt and grain whiskies from Suntory's globally acclaimed Yamazaki, Hakushu and Chita distilleries. These whiskies are meticulously blended to created a sense of "wa" - a oneness which unveils a full orchestra of flavours and aroma. Hibiki is embraced as an icon of Japanese luxury from the award winning House of Suntory Whisky.
The Shin 15 Year Old Pure Malt Mizunara Finish Japanese Whisky
Mr. Ken Usami, the master blender at the Shinobu Distillery, selects the selected finest malt whiskies and finish them in casks made of Japanese Oak, Mizunara Wood to create the Shin Malt Whisky range. Shin stands for integrity; one of the core principles of Samurai tradition. Shin Malt Whiskies are well balanced between the woody flavor and incense of sandalwood from Mizunara Oak and the bold aged maltiness, which brings The Shin Malt Whisky a fruit forward and with a bit pepper and spice aftertaste. Significant wood aroma, Mizunara Oak, dark ripe fruit like blueberry, cinnamon. Sweet malty note with significant woody flavor like sandalwood, that brings out different level of spices. All natural without colouring. Non-chill filtered.
Glengyle Distillery Kilkerran Heavily Peated Strength Single Malt Scotch Whisky (Batch 8)
Mitchell's Glengyle Ltd. are very proud to be continuing and adding to the great Campbelltown Distilling tradition and the choice of the name reflects that. Kilkerran is derived from the Gaelic 'Ceann Loch Cille Chiarain' which is the name of the original settlement where Saint Kieran had his relgious cell and Campbeltown now stands. Kilkerran is thought to be suitable name for a new Campbeltown Malt since it was unusual for the old Campbeltown distillers to be called after a Glen, a custom more usually associated with the Speyside region. The seventh batch of Kilkerran's Heavily Peated was released in 2023. It has been matured in a combination of ex-Bourbon and ex-Sherry casks. This Heavily Peated Batch 8 single malt opens up to a nose that is slightly mineral, with peat smoke apparent from the outset and a malty cereal note. The palate is full of orchard fruits, apple blossoms and poached pear notes emerge, and the peat smoke becomes more prominent on the palate in notes of campfire embers. A long, sweet finish concludes this heavily peated dram. Note - item does not come with external tube. In the distillery's words: “It is our intention to reduce the amount of packaging we use across our group of companies, from Springbank and Kilkerran to William Cadenhead Ltd, and that any we do use is produced and procured as sustainably as possible."
Bruichladdich Octomore 14.2 Strength Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Following a similar path to the Octomore 14.1, this 14.2 edition is also distilled from 100% Scottish Mainland barley and has been malted to the same 128.9PPM. However, the liquids diverge profoundly with the influence of wine and sherry casks on the 14.2 spirit. With over 200 different cask types in the warehouses, Head Distiller, Adam Hannett, has selected casks that have previously held Oloroso and Amarone – with the distinct sweetness and nuttiness of this combination creating an exceptional single malt. Hailing from the renowned wine regions of Spain and Italy respectively, the spirit is then brought together in French oak, adding remarkable depth and complexity to the single malt. Octomore’s signature peak smoke notoriously pairs well with Oloroso sherry casks, with the influence of the wood adding a robust, savoury flavour to the final spirit. The oak from the Amarone casks also has a significant impact on the spirit, imparting rich, red fruit notes - giving structure and cohesion to the 14.2. Like the 14.1 this whisky was aged for 5 years and distilled in 2017 from Concerto barley from the 2016 Scottish harvest, this whisky was matured for 4 years in the Oloroso (40%), Amarone 1st fill (16%) & Amarone 2nd fill (44%), followed by 1 year in Pauillac wine casks. Bottled at 57.7% and 128.9ppm. Deep Amber in colour, on the nose leather, prunes, red currants and malted barley come to the fore, followed by toasted oak and hints of cinnamon, green apple and black pepper. Waves of smoke and distinct red fruits follow, complemented with cereal notes of malt and porridge. The peat smoke is dry and brooding, with a hint of burnt heather and subtle pipe tobacco from the oak. On the palate the influence of the European oak is unmissable, with a touch of dryness balanced with the vibrancy of wood spices, smoked oak and roasted coffee. Barbeque sweetness and a crack of black pepper is complemented with rich fruit cake and dried fruits. A drop of water opens the smoke and fruity sweetness from the wine casks, bringing a beautiful balance as notes of apple and pear grow with the dram. Smoked malt, smouldering oak and sea salt settle on the finish as Octomore’s signature earthy smoke lingers.
Kanosuke Double Distillery Blended Malt Japanese Whisky
Product Description Kanosuke Double Distillery Blended Malt Japanese Whisky is an exquisite, unpeated blended whisky, showcasing the combined expertise of Kanosuke Distillery and their newly released Hioki Pot Still Single Grain Whisky. Bottled at 53% ABV, this rich and complex expression is crafted from a marriage of Kanosuke’s signature single malt whisky and the Hioki grain whisky, aged in a careful selection of Ex-Bourbon American Oak and Refill Sherry Oak casks. Non-chill filtered, this whisky presents a perfect balance of sweet fruit, spice, and floral aromas, making it an exceptional addition to the Kanosuke core range. This blend marks a significant milestone in Kanosuke’s journey, symbolising the distillery’s first chapter in producing world-class Japanese whisky. Maker Established in 2017, Kanosuke Distillery has quickly risen to prominence as one of Japan's most exciting whisky producers. Perched on the picturesque Kagoshima coastline, famed for its breathtaking sunsets, the distillery benefits from a unique maritime influence on its maturing whisky. Part of the esteemed Komasa Jyozo company, with a rich history in shochu production, Kanosuke, under the guidance of Yoshitsugu Komasa, now crafts exceptional single malt and blended whiskies. Their distinctive approach features three different pot stills, each imparting unique characteristics to the spirit. This commitment to innovation, combined with an unwavering dedication to quality, allows Kanosuke to create complex yet approachable whiskies, reflecting their passion for craftsmanship. Philosophy Kanosuke Distillery's philosophy is a harmonious blend of innovation, tradition, and respect for nature. Drawing upon Komasa Jyozo's centuries of shochu expertise, the distillery seamlessly merges time-honoured techniques with cutting-edge craftsmanship. Kanosuke believes whisky making is an art form, requiring a delicate balance of science and intuition. The use of distinct pot stills, coupled with a meticulous selection of the finest casks, results in whiskies of exceptional complexity, subtlety, and balance. The coastal climate of Kagoshima, combined with the team's unwavering attention to detail, ensures each bottle reflects its unique environment while upholding the highest standards of Japanese whisky production. Tasting Notes Nose: Floral Elegance A vibrant bouquet of summer melon, stone fruits, and lemongrass creates an expressively floral and inviting aroma. Palate: Bittersweet Complexity The palate reveals a rich complexity, leaning into deeper bittersweet notes of black tea, clove, orange peel, and raspberries. Finish: Lingering Warmth A lingering warmth and satisfyingly complex aftertaste.