Product Information:
Sullivan Cove's American Oak ex-Bourbon single casks are some of their most awarded and esteemed expressions. Aged in 200L American Oak ex-Bourbon casks, this oak varietal beautifully enhances SC's distinctive and fruity spirit. Starting with a robust malt base, it unfolds layers of vanilla, caramel, coconut, fruit, and delicate hints of white floral and herbal notes. As single cask bottlings, every batch presents distinct nuances, reflecting the character of each barrel.
Notable awards include World Whisky Masters 2018 - Master; World Whisky Awards 2015 - Best Australian Single Malt 13 to 20 Years.; Australian Distilled Spirits Awards 2019 - Gold Medal.
Maker:
In 1994, on remote island at the far end of the world, a distillery was brought to life from humble beginnings. Away from the whisky establishment, Sullivans Cove were free to explore and perfect their process. Informed by the past and inspired by possible. Bringing a distinctly Tasmanian twist to a whisky craft, shaped by centuries of practice. 20 years later, their commitment to carefully crafting exceptional whisky, inspired by nature and patiently aged, was rewarded when Sullivans Cove was named the World’s Best Whisky. Overnight the secret was out. Special things were quietly happening on this small 'Apple Isle', and whisky lovers globally were intrigued.
In a world of instant gratification and impatient consumption, Sullivans Cove offer an alternative. Genuinely rare whisky which can’t be rushed and which can never be replicated.
Philosophy:
Distilled in Hobart, Tasmania, Sullivans Cove single malt is made using traditional methods and 100% Tasmanian ingredients. Inspired by nature and patiently aged, the distillers aim to seek the sublime. Each cask is nurtured to it's natural peak, thousands of tiny decisions go into helping each cask reach its full potential. No two batches will be the same and every batch an opportunity for exploration.
Tasmania has some of the cleanest water in world, making it an ideal place for producing world class whisky. Tasmania also has some of the best barley growing land in Australia. The combination of good water and good grain is the foundation of all high-end whisky.
100% Tasmanian malted barley is used to make all Sullivans Cove whiskies. The wash is brewed locally by brewers with decades of experience before being double distilled in a unique, Tasmanian built pot still (lovingly called Myrtle). The first distillation, known as the "wash run" produces "low wines" of about 20% abv. The low wines are then put back through the still for the "spirit run" to produce a spirt of around 70% abv. This spirit is then diluted to 63.5% abv before it enters into the casks for ageing. The majority of whiskies are aged in either 200L American oak ex-bourbon barrels, or 300L French oak ex-tawny barrels. Allowed to mature over many years in the unique Tasmanian climate - generally between nine and eighteen years.
Nose - Malt, Vanilla, White Flowers
Vanilla and Calvados notesr. Candied apples/ pears and new leather.
Palate - Caramel, Pound Cake, Apricots
The vanilla apples and pears aspect disappears altogether, replaced by a light, malty sweetness. Warming pepper and woody all spice.
Finish - Malt, Powerful Oak, Vanilla
Peppery, with a long, warm, lingering malt texture finish that develops into a toasty aftertaste.
Bottle Information
Barrel Number - TD0243
Bottle Number - various of 193
Filled Date - 04/02/2008
Decanted On - 18/01/2024
The Finer Details
Style - Whisky
Country - Australia
Region - Tasmania
Bottle Size - 700ml
ABV - 47.5%
