2018 Berry Bros. & Rudd Agitator, Cask Ref. 741, Single Malt Whisky, Sweden (57.7%)
- World Whisky
Description
Few distilleries push production boundaries like Stockholm’s Agitator. Led by Oskar Bruno, the distillery offers vacuum distillation and endless experimentations with yeast, barley and wood. Energy efficiency is equal to quality in their mindset, making this one of Europe’s greenest distilleries.
Produced with 40ppm barley and fermented with a Saison yeast, this is a feast for the senses. The nose is immensely complex with notes of dried mushrooms, forest floor and peat smoke. It is all wonderfully umami.
The palate brings notes of new leather, pink wafer biscuits and garden bonfire with a pleasing coastal backbone. Smoke and dried fruit linger on the stunning palate. This is idiosyncratic brilliance, distilled by either a madman or a genius.
Jonny McMillan, Reserve Whisky Manager, Berry Bros. & Rudd (2023)
About this spirit
Agitator Whisky
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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