Three Ships Whisky launches limited edition 10 year old single malt

Master distiller Andy Watts says this is the most powerful single malt he has produced to date, a style he will be continuing in the single malts to come. “When we launched South Africa’s first single malt in 2003, we did not have a single malt style policy in place. Since then, we have actively planned towards the position we are in now to launch a vintage statement single malt, each year and one with a defined style and vision.

“I use the Cape winter months for fermentation, to allow the yeast to follow its natural fermentation curve with as little temperature control interference as possible. We distilled the spirit in 2005 in copper potstills before it was laid to rest for 10 years in a selection of older American oak to compliment the delicate flavours of the spirit. It is a beautiful whisky and a very proud moment for me.”

Rich and complex, the combination of pepper, spice, sweet oak, roasted malt, digestive biscuits, dark toffee and peat reveals slowly, as the creaminess in the mouth lingers. The finish is smooth and full-bodied, with a long fruity, peaty aftertaste and slight hint of liquorice. It will be available for purchase in select liquor outlets and from www.vinoteque.co.za at about R524.95 per bottle.