Shimmering Silk

Description

Our first-ever Irish Heresy release arrives in Australia. It’s been a while since we’ve seen an Irish malt come through the Aussie branch, and we’re super excited to be able to finally offer one up in time for those who celebrate St Patrick’s Day. This is a collaboration with the famed Dunville’s Irish Whiskey Distillery. Three four-year-old bourbon casks were selected. They were then transferred to fresh bourbon barrels to give them “the best start in life”. They matured for eight years in first-fill barrels, developing fresh starburst flavours. Then, they were transferred to PX casks, adding richness. The result is a whiskey that always chases sherry but never becomes a sherry bomb. Indulge in this incredible Society first this March — available on Outturn day with a good number of bottles to go around.

Tasting Notes: This stunning single malt was created specially for members of The Scotch Malt Whisky Society by our friends at Dunville’s Irish Whiskey. Needless to say, our Tasting Panel were bowled over by the quality & complexity on display. Pour a glass and lose yourself in silky opulence. We dipped candied oranges into a chocolate sauce at the same time as baking French blueberry fig tarts and preparing a plum and pear compote with honey. A silly, silky-smooth texture on the palate reminded one Panellist of a honey lavender earl grey latte, while another had a tropical smoothie blending mango, pineapple, banana and coconut milk. Following reduction, we discovered crème Catalan flavoured with citrus peel and cinnamon as well as barbecued mango with macadamia nuts and honey. The taste left us all speechless, truly a knockout!