Old Kempton 'Winter Release 2023' Tasmanian Whisky

The 2023 Winter Release by Old Kempton Distillery marries together some of their ex-Pinot Noir wine casks and ex-Bourbon casks cask to create a fruity, and complex whisky, perfrect for long Winter evenings.

After an initial maturation in ex-Pinot Noir wine casks, the whisky was finished for just under a year in ex-bourbon casks. The aim behind this process was to match the berry fruits and spice of the French Oak Pinot Noir Cask with the vanilla sweetness of the American Oak Bourbon casks to build a flavour profile that balances the characteristics of the different oak varieties and has a depth and complexity to keep you coming back for more.

Aroma: Polished wood, malt, and blackberry jam with a touch of vanilla. Roasted hazelnuts and cocoa nibs open out into beautiful old oak.

Palate: Big Juicy mouthfeel with plenty of dark fruits, stewed prunes, red currant jelly, and orange peel.

Finish: A beautiful long finish with lots of dried fruit and a touch of toffee that develops into toasted oak and mixed spice.

Bottle size: 500mL

58% ABV