This is a new release from Archie Rose bottled for Whisky Abbey 2024. It was aged in ex bourbon barrels before being split into two barrels, one PX and one Oloroso, for finishing. 

Tasting Notes

Caramelised banana, crème brulée and sticky date pudding on the nose with vanilla essence and honeyed porridge in the background. 

The palate brings note similar to the nose except with added mocha, raspberry coulis, date paste and more dense vanilla. 

Juicy raisins round out the finish with touch of lightly roasted malt espresso and dark cacao on the side. 

Whisky Abbey

Whisky Abbey sets itself apart from other whisky shows in Australia by creating an experience similar to a farmers’ market, where attendees can meet the producers, buy directly from them, and take bottles home.

Attendees can purchase 15ml nips of whiskies for a very affordable price and even taste some rare whisky releases that are long gone from shop shelves and distillery doors. Top Australian bars also exhibit, showcasing special bottles that can be a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to try. 

For 2024 the theme was "Nouveau Beginnings", with all whiskies bottled for the festival aiming to push boundaries with styles each distillery has not created before.