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Single Malt Whisky 2nd Batch
Product of Sydney
Australia
With an unwavering belief that malt provides a potent and vital contribution to the final flavour profile, Archie Rose Single Malt Whisky is distinctly crafted to highlight six malts, as opposed to the typical one or two used in most whiskies, each with a unique profile and character. This six-malt mash bill, although incredibly low yielding, provides a significantly richer and more expressive flavour, full of distinct regional character.
Our Single Malt Whisky has been matured predominantly in 100, 200 and 300-litre Australian Apera (sherry) casks, complemented by a selection of ex-bourbon and Archie Rose’s own 36-month air-dried ex-rye casks.
Tasting Notes
Appearance
Copper with mahogany highlights.
Nose
Immediately offers sun-dried apricots, preserved peaches and handmade honeycomb, laced with sultanas. A second pass yields, muesli, roasted nuts and chalk. The background teases lurking cacao and dark chocolate.
Palate
A soft entry and syrupy texture delivers an unctuous mouthfeel. The sweetness of sultanas is prominent, yet balanced by dryness delivered from the malt. This makes way for flavours of amaretto and espresso, building the intensity to a crescendo.
Finish
Evolving with a satisfying dryness with a whisper of smoke.
Production Notes
Grain Sourced
Grain Sourced
A spirit is only as good as the materials used to make it. Great effort has been taken to showcase the unique qualities of the malt used in this whisky. We are putting malt back on the agenda.
| Malt Type | Treatment | Barley Variety | Origin |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pale malt | Light kiln | La Trobe | Eastern Australia |
| Amber Malt | Extended kilning | Scope & Commander | Eastern Australia |
| Caramel Malt | Highly kilned | La Trobe & Gairdner | Eastern Australia |
| Aromatic Roasted Malt | Roasted | Mixed | Germany |
| Chocolate Malt | Roasted | Commander & Westminster | Eastern Australia |
| Peated Pale Malt | Peat smoked | Chariot | Caithness, Scotland |
Brewing and Fermentation
Brewing and Fermentation
Throughout brewing and fermentation, close attention is paid to maximise the flavour of our main ingredient; malt. Traditional brewing techniques are paired with modern science and technology.
| Water | Brewing | Fermentation |
|---|---|---|
| Source: Sydney water | Grist size: 150 – 1400 micron + husk | Yeast: Distillers and flavour active Brewers Yeast |
| Filtration #1: 2 x carbon | Mash temperature: 64 – 78 degrees | Duration: 156 hours |
| Filtration #2: demineralisation | Brew time: 70 mins | |
| Filtration #3: reverse osmosis | Enzyme rest: 20 mins | |
| Filtration #4: ultraviolet | Draw off rate: 1,100 L/hr |
Distillation
Distillation
Double distilling in copper pot stills has allowed the flavour of the malts to be expressed. Distillation cuts are taken by nose and palate ensuring that flavour is always placed ahead of efficiency.
| Process | Stills | Manufacturer | Capacity | Average Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single distillation | Wash still | Knapp Lewer, Tasmania | 3600L | 2300L |
| Single distillation | Spirit still | Knapp Lewer, Tasmania | 1500L | 1100L |
Maturation
Maturation
Using a combination of Australian Apera (Sherry) Casks, our Ex-Rye casks air-dried for 36 months and Ex-Bourbon casks allow a fantastic complexity and balance to be achieved. Carefully uniting the individual casks of whisky requires great skill. Understanding how to make flavours cooperate is how inspiring whiskies are crafted.
| Location of Maturation | Cask Number | Cask Type | Cask Treatment | Barreling Date | Disgorging Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rosebery, Sydney | SM-123 | Ex-Apera | Heavy Char | 17/11/15 | 07/09/20 |
| Rosebery, Sydney | SM-124 | Ex-Apera | Heavy Char | 17/11/15 | 07/09/20 |
| Rosebery, Sydney | SM-126 | Ex-Apera | Heavy Char | 17/11/15 | 07/09/20 |
| Rosebery, Sydney | SM-129 | Ex-Apera | Heavy Char | 17/11/15 | 07/09/20 |
| Rosebery, Sydney | SM-130 | Ex-Apera | Heavy Char | 17/11/15 | 07/09/20 |
| Rosebery, Sydney | SM-131 | Ex-Apera | Heavy Char | 17/11/15 | 07/09/20 |
| Rosebery, Sydney | SM-132 | Ex-Apera | Heavy Char | 17/11/15 | 07/09/20 |
| Rosebery, Sydney | SM-147 | Ex-Apera | Heavy Char | 15/12/15 | 07/09/20 |
| Rosebery, Sydney | SM-148 | Ex-Apera | Heavy Char | 15/12/15 | 07/09/20 |
| Rosebery, Sydney | SM-149 | Ex-Apera | Heavy Char | 15/12/15 | 07/09/20 |
| Rosebery, Sydney | SM-150 | Ex-Apera | Heavy Char | 15/12/15 | 07/09/20 |
| Rosebery, Sydney | SM-155 | Ex-Apera | Heavy Char | 15/12/15 | 07/09/20 |
| Rosebery, Sydney | SM-156 | Ex-Apera | Heavy Char | 15/12/15 | 07/09/20 |
| Rosebery, Sydney | SM-163 | Ex-Apera | Heavy Char | 11/12/16 | 08/09/20 |
| Rosebery, Sydney | SM-423 | Ex-Apera | Heavy Char | 31/08/16 | 18/08/19 |
| Rosebery, Sydney | SM-427 | Ex-Apera | Heavy Char | 01/09/16 | 21/08/20 |
| Rosebery, Sydney | SM-459 | Ex-Apera | Heavy Char | 26/10/16 | 21/03/19 |
| Rosebery, Sydney | SM-461 | Ex-Apera | Heavy Char | 09/11/16 | 21/03/19 |
| Rosebery, Sydney | SM-462 | Ex-Apera | Heavy Char | 09/11/16 | 21/03/19 |
| Rosebery, Sydney | SM-463 | Ex-Apera | Heavy Char | 09/11/16 | 21/03/19 |
| Rosebery, Sydney | SM-464 | Ex-Apera | Heavy Char | 09/11/16 | 21/03/19 |
| Rosebery, Sydney | SM-465 | Ex-Apera | Heavy Char | 09/11/16 | 21/03/19 |
| Rosebery, Sydney | SM-469 | Ex-Apera | Heavy Char | 09/11/16 | 21/03/19 |
| Rosebery, Sydney | SM-471 | Ex-Apera | Heavy Char | 09/11/16 | 21/03/19 |
| Rosebery, Sydney | SM-472 | Ex-Apera | Heavy Char | 09/11/16 | 21/03/19 |
| Rosebery, Sydney | SM-475 | Ex-Apera | Heavy Char | 09/11/16 | 21/03/19 |
| Rosebery, Sydney | SM-513 | Ex-Apera | Heavy Char | 06/07/17 | 21/08/20 |
| Rosebery, Sydney | SM-534 | Ex-Apera | Heavy Char | 13/07/17 | 21/08/20 |
| Rosebery, Sydney | SM-537 | Ex-Apera | Heavy Char | 13/07/17 | 21/08/20 |
| Rosebery, Sydney | SM-546 | Ex-Apera | Heavy Char | 27/07/17 | 21/08/20 |
| Rosebery, Sydney | SM-573 | Ex-Apera | Heavy Char | 19/10/17 | 21/08/20 |
| Rosebery, Sydney | SM-618 | Ex-Kentucky Bourbon | Charred | 09/11/17 | 21/08/20 |
| Rosebery, Sydney | SM-628 | Ex-Apera | Heavy Char | 09/11/17 | 21/08/20 |
| Rosebery, Sydney | SM-629 | Ex-Apera | Heavy Char | 09/11/17 | 21/08/20 |
| Rosebery, Sydney | SM-652 | Ex-Apera | Heavy Char | 16/11/17 | 21/08/20 |
| Rosebery, Sydney | SM-659 | Ex-Apera | Heavy Char | 16/11/17 | 21/08/20 |
| Rosebery, Sydney | SM-660 | Ex-Apera | Heavy Char | 16/11/17 | 21/08/20 |
| Rosebery, Sydney | SM-661 | Ex-Apera | Heavy Char | 16/11/17 | 21/08/20 |
| Rosebery, Sydney | SM-699 | Ex-Apera | Heavy Char | 07/12/17 | 21/08/20 |
| Rosebery, Sydney | SM-721 | Ex-Archie Rose Rye, 36 Month Air-Dried American Oak | #4 char | 14/12/17 | 21/08/20 |
| Rosebery, Sydney | SM-724 | Ex-Kentucky Bourbon | Charred | 14/12/17 | 21/08/20 |
| Rosebery, Sydney | SM-735 | Ex-Apera | Heavy Char | 11/01/18 | 21/08/20 |
| Rosebery, Sydney | SM-745 | Ex-Apera | Heavy Char | 11/01/18 | 21/08/20 |
| Rosebery, Sydney | SM-768 | Ex-Apera | Heavy Char | 01/02/18 | 21/08/20 |
| Rosebery, Sydney | SM-769 | Ex-Apera | Heavy Char | 01/02/18 | 21/08/20 |
| Rosebery, Sydney | SM-770 | Ex-Apera | Heavy Char | 01/02/18 | 21/08/20 |
| Rosebery, Sydney | SM-778 | Ex-Apera | Heavy Char | 01/02/18 | 21/08/20 |
| Rosebery, Sydney | SM-794 | Ex-Apera | Heavy Char | 14/02/18 | 21/08/20 |
| Rosebery, Sydney | SM-795 | Ex-Apera | Heavy Char | 14/02/18 | 21/08/20 |
| Rosebery, Sydney | SM-796 | Ex-Apera | Heavy Char | 14/02/18 | 21/08/20 |
| Rosebery, Sydney | SM-797 | Ex-Apera | Heavy Char | 14/02/18 | 21/08/20 |
| Rosebery, Sydney | SM-799 | Ex-Apera | Heavy Char | 14/02/18 | 21/08/20 |
