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2016 Cardrona, Full Flight, 7-Year-Old, Bourbon Cask #124, Single Malt Whisky, New Zealand (66.9%)

  • Gin
Product: 20168240538
2016 Cardrona, Full Flight, 7-Year-Old, Bourbon Cask #124, Single Malt Whisky, New Zealand (66.9%)

Description

Lusciously sweet oak tones positively soar out of the glass, borne aloft by sheer richness of wood and the full-throttle nature of this cask strength dram. Neat, the palate is a bulbous, billowing ball of coconut, butter and coffee cream sweets all wrapped in sweet spirit. A good splash of cool water brings out dried banana chips, exotic melons and a little prickly-pear on the nose. Custard (and indeed, custard-apples) flow forth on the palate. This is impeccable work from Desiree Reid and her team at Cardrona.

Rob Whitehead, Spirits Buyer, Berry Bros. & Rudd (August 2023)

Product Type Gin
Main Ingredients Barley
Region DNU Whiskies - Others
Producer Cardrona Distillery

About this spirit

Cardrona Distillery

Cardrona Distillery is a craft distillery in the picturesque Cardrona Valley in the South Island of New Zealand, surrounded by stunning landscapes and natural beauty. The distillery uses high-quality ingredients and traditional distillation methods to create distinctive and flavorful whiskies aged in bourbon, sherry, and New Zealand wine casks, allowing the spirit to develop a unique character.
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New Zealand

New Zealand

New Zealand's wine industry may only be 23 percent of the size of Australia’s but it makes up for this in quality. Its viticultural heritage dates back to Englishman James Busby making wine on North Island circa 1840, yet it wasn't until 1973 that domestic producers planted Sauvignon Blanc in Marlborough's Wairau Valley; in the 1980s, this success was replicated with Pinot Noir in Central Otago – both are home to world-class examples.
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Barley

Barley is a key ingredient in the production of some of the world's most renowned spirits, particularly whiskey and Scotch whisky. Malted barley is used as the primary grain in many single malt and blended Scotch whiskies, where it contributes a distinct malty, nutty, and sometimes smoky flavour profile. In addition to Scotch, barley is also a staple in the production of Irish whiskey, where it often lends a smoother, creamier taste. The versatility of barley as a grain makes it a favorite for creating complex and deeply nuanced spirits cherished by enthusiasts worldwide.

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