Twelfth Release

GOLD AWARD: 2025 IWSC (97pts) – “Australian Single Malt Whisky”

Bottling Strength: 59.3% ABV
Age: 5 years and 8 months
Type: 100L French Oak
Cask No: W22
Cask Origin: Spanish PX Sherry
Mash Bill: Multi batch, newmake blend of Pilsner, Crystal Malt, Choc Malt and UK Peated Malt
Distilling Premise: MVD

PX casks that have previously matured another spirit have always intrigued me. Much like my second release, which featured a PX Honey Cask, the idea of using a Pedro Ximénez cask with a history of holding brandy was irresistibly compelling.

Upon receiving the cask, its aroma was immediately captivating, rich and robust, with deep sherry notes beautifully interwoven with subtle hints of brandy absorbed into the wood.

The mash bill was a carefully blended selection of various new make spirit batches, incorporating multiple barley grains. Notably, one component featured UK-sourced peated malt, adding a further layer of complexity.

My goal was to craft something truly distinctive, and I believe the result speaks for itself: a bold, dark, and heavily sherried whisky with a unique character that stands apart from most expressions I’ve encountered.

For optimal enjoyment, I recommend allowing this whisky to come to room temperature before tasting. When warmed, the full depth and complexity of the spirit are truly revealed.