WRITERS' TEARS LAUNCHES ITS FIRST SINGLE POT STILL IRISH WHISKEY

Walsh Whiskey, has today announced the launch of the first single pot still expression, from its Writers’ Tears Irish whiskey brand.

Writers’ Tears Single Pot Still (46% ABV) was initially matured in Bourbon barrels, before being aged further in Pedro Ximenez Sherry casks from Spain and Florio Marsala Hogsheads from Sicily.

Writers' Tears Single Pot Still

Writers’ Tears Single Pot Still, is said to deliver notes of candied sweetness and toffee apples on the nose, while the palate features notes of pot still spice and the velvet dessert-like qualities of Pedro Ximenez.

Commenting on the launch Bernard Walsh, Founder of Walsh Whiskey, said: “Writers’ Tears is a pot still-led range of whiskey and this single pot still expression cements that. On this occasion we are majoring on a classic pot still combination by pairing it with American bourbon barrels, Pedro Ximenez Sherry casks from Spain, and Florio Marsala Hogsheads from Sicily - a decadent combination if ever there was one!”

Bernard, went onto say: “The complexities resulting from the marriage of spicy single pot still whiskey with bourbon, sweet PX and Marsala casks are a feast for the senses. This special expression is in keeping with Walsh Whiskey’s innovative approach to whiskey origination which includes pushing the boundaries on single pot still. I am very proud of this whiskey, our first single pot still expression, and excited to bring a new core whiskey to the Writers’ Tears family that will become available to more and more of our followers in over 50 countries worldwide over time.”

Initially limited to 5,800 bottles, Writers’ Tears Single Pot Still, will be available next month from specialist retailers in Ireland, UK, France, Germany and Holland, for a RRP of £49.00. There will be a further release in 2022, which will roll out in the US.

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COMPASS BOX LAUNCHES NEW CORE RANGE BOTTLING

Compass Box, has announced the launch of a new core range blended malt Scotch whisky expression.

Compass Box Orchard House (46% ABV) was produced using malt spirit sourced by the company nearly a decade ago, from distilleries renowned for their fruit-forward flavour.

Compass Box Orchard House

Compass Box Orchard House, is said to deliver notes of apples, pears, peach, pineapple, Earl Grey tea and peat on the nose. Followed by notes of apple juice, banana, honey, strawberry and peat on the palate.

Commenting on the launch, John Glaser, Founder of Compass Box, said: “Orchard House is our first core range whisky produced almost entirely from whiskies we have aged since the day they were distilled. In a sense, it’s more ‘our whisky’ than anything we’ve made before. We are so proud of this. Something new, something different for us. Something joyful. And delicious.”

Compass Box Orchard House, will be available later this month from specialist retailers, for a RRP of £42.00.

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DIAGEO RE-RELEASES ITS BLADE AND BOW 22 YEAR OLD BOURBON

Diageo, has announced the re-release of its Blade and Bow 22 Year Old bourbon, to help commemorate the 86th Anniversary of the Stitzel-Weller Distillery.

Blade and Bow 22 Year Old (46% ABV) is a Kentucky Straight Bourbon, which was originally released in 2015, to pay homage to the artful passion and renowned craftsmanship of the legendary Stitzel-Weller Distillery in Louisville, Kentucky.

Blade and Bow 22 Year Old

Blade and Bow 22 Year Old, is being re-released in time for Bourbon Heritage Month, which was originally created to emphasize the significance of bourbon being America's "Native Spirit."

The month-long celebration, which runs throughout September, aims to highlight the heritage, craftsmanship, tradition and achievements that the bourbon industry has contributed to the United States.

In addition to the re-release, Diageo has also announced the opening of the new Garden & Gun Club, on the second floor of the Stitzel-Weller Distillery. The destination cocktail bar which is inspired by Garden & Gun magazine's hospitality franchise, will also offer an exclusive tasting experience for the Blade and Bow 22 Year Old.

Commenting on the news, Doug Kragel, Lead Educator for Blade and Bow, said: "Blade and Bow 22-Year-Old pays homage to the artful passion and celebrated craftsmanship of the famed Stitzel-Weller Distillery. With the perfect blend of smoky, spicy and sweet, whiskey enthusiasts seeking an expression of true mastery are sure to be delighted with the rich history that is palpable in every sip."

Blade and Bow 22 Year Old, will be available later this month, in select states across the US. RRP (tbc).

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