Loaded Barrel Small Batch Series Blood Orange Seasoned Cask is a small batch Australian whisky of genuine innovation and dangerously drinkable character — four years in a customised 200-litre virgin American oak barrel from Kentucky, then transferred to an ex-Shiraz French oak barrel re-shaved, toasted, and charred in-house, seasoned with the peel of the ripest blood oranges and fortified Port, pressurised for nine months to infuse the vibrant orange essence into the staves, and then a further 18 months of maturation to develop the full layered character. The blood orange burst on the nose is unmistakable from the very first moment.
Appearance
Deep amber with warm copper hues — the rich, inviting colour of a small batch whisky that has spent four years in virgin American oak before an additional 27 months in a blood orange and Port seasoned ex-Shiraz French oak cask.
Aroma
Blood orange — unmistakable and immediate from the very first moment. The vibrant citrus character of the seasoned cask leading a nose of layered complexity, with the Munich, Ale, Crystal, Voodoo, and Chocolate malt character of the mash bill adding depth and intrigue beneath the orange.
Palate
A vibrant fusion of sweet citrus and zesty orange marmalade on the initial sip — perfectly balanced by deep, rich undertones of burnt caramel, bold espresso, and intense dark chocolate. The complex mash bill and the blood orange seasoned cask working in harmony to deliver a dram that is layered, captivating, and impossible to put down.
Serving Suggestion
Neat or over a single large ice cube to let the full blood orange, dark chocolate, and espresso character develop — or with a splash of water to open up the citrus and caramel layers. A small batch whisky of this complexity deserves to be savoured slowly.
