Even before we sip, the massive nose on this expressive dram tells us that Canada is once again expanding the flavour profile of rye whisky in ever so delicious directions. Sweet mashy notes evolve into roasted grain, light rye bread and mild herbal tones. Hints of mint early on disappear in hard taffy, berries, and then strong sweet fruits, eventually resolving into over-ripe verbena fruit. All works well together, and that’s just the nose.
Read MoreRipple Rock, the latest whisky release from Shelter Point Distillery, celebrates the Ripple Rock explosion admirably as peppery spices burst through a solid caramel vanilla crown, clearing the way for the grainy, malty, almost herbal delights that follow. Non-Chill Filtered, 47% ABV and 100% TNT.
Read MoreYou never know what dazzling surprise will emerge next from the depths of Shelter Point’s warehouse. What you can be sure of is that whatever they come up with it is going to be exceptional. Teamwork is a big part of their success and nowhere is this demonstrated more clearly than in a spectacular new whisky they call “The Collective,”
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