Loch Lomond Whiskies, has today announced the launch of two
new limited-edition expressions, to mark The 151st Open at
Royal Liverpool.
Loch Lomond Open Course Edition 2023 (48.2% ABV) is a 22
Year Old single malt Scotch whisky, which was produced using predominantly
unpeated Organic barley, and matured in American oak barrels. Limited to 4,500
bottles. Loch Lomond Open Special Edition 2023 (46% ABV) is a single malt
Scotch whisky, which was initially matured in American Oak barrels, before
being finished in red wine Rioja Alta Reserva casks.
Loch Lomond launch two new limited editions for The Open golf championship |
Loch Lomond The Open Course Edition 2023, is said to deliver notes of honey, peach, melon, lemon and stem ginger on the nose, followed by notes of grapefruit, vanilla, caramel, pineapple and mango on the palate.
Loch Lomond The Open Special Edition 2023, is said to
deliver notes of rose, soft fruits, peach and pear on the nose, followed by
notes of red berry, orchard fruit, raspberry peach, creamy vanilla and dark
chocolate on the palate.
In a first for Loch Lomond Whiskies, each pack is designed
with a QR code that will take consumers to an Augmented Reality digital
experience. In addition to seeing the Claret Jug appear in 3D, consumers will
be able to access exclusive golf content celebrating some of the most historic
championship moments as well as immersive video content, inspired by The Spirit
of The Open.
Commenting on the launch, Michael Henry, Loch Lomond
Whiskies Master Blender, said: “The Open is one of the most prestigious events
in the world of golf and we are proud to be a part of the journey, supporting
the 151st championship with this incredible range of limited-edition whiskies. Our
golf range is always incredibly popular, and these two new limited-edition
single malt whiskies will not disappoint. We have been distilling whisky on the
banks of Loch Lomond since 1814, crafting fine single malts which are every bit
as delicious as the landscape is stunning. Pushing the boundaries of
distillation, we explore new and inventive ways to bring flavour to life. These
new exceptional and complex single malts epitomise our ingenuity in whisky
making, perfectly showcasing what is possible with our unique straight neck stills.”
Loch Lomond The Open Course Edition 2023 and Loch Lomond The
Open Special Edition 2023, are now available from the Loch Lomond Whiskies website,
for the respective RRP’s of £240.00 and £45.00.
Posted by Steve Rush