As a cask comes to maturity, Finn curates sampling sessions in interesting and relaxing environments, with friends, whisky experts and trusted partners to discover the personality of each cask and gauge the experience each dram evokes.
All the best distillers pride themselves on crafting whisky with a distinctive flavour, which is determined by the water source, grain and barley, the peat and malting, and their distilling processes. High quality original spirit is integral to every cask we bottle.
The cask itself interacts with the whisky over time. The type of wood plays a big role, as do treatments such as the whiskies are aged in a variety of types of casks. The whiskies are aged in former sherry or bourbon casks, augmenting the cask influence. External conditions such as air temperature, pressure and humidity also interact with the cask producing a knock-on effect that makes the spirit inside unique.
Finn uses these factors to balance each FT whisky experience. He may sample a cask and decide to leave it on the rack, allowing age to further develop its personality. He might decide to re-rack a whisky in a new cask to add a finishing touch. Or, he might simply deem it ready. When Finn decides the flavour is perfectly balanced, it’s time to bottle the whisky.
Elegant, understated and quietly confident. This is a whisky that rewards attention, revealing layers of character without ever demanding the spotlight.
Bright, grassy and gently fruity, this cask showcases the classic Lowland style for which Glenkinchie is renowned. Delicate and approachable, yet with a depth that emerges over time, it remains unmistakably true to its origins.
Matured in an exceptionally active refill hogshead, the oak has contributed more than might be expected. Notes of toffee sweetness, soft vanilla and gentle spice bring added richness and structure, enhancing rather than reshaping the spirit.
The beauty of this cask lies in its restraint. The active oak adds texture and sweetness, while allowing Glenkinchie’s fresh, elegant distillery character to remain front and centre. A whisky where spirit and wood work in complete harmony.
Elegant, understated and quietly confident. This is a whisky that rewards attention, revealing layers of character without ever demanding the spotlight.
Bright, grassy and gently fruity, this cask showcases the classic Lowland style for which Glenkinchie is renowned. Delicate and approachable, yet with a depth that emerges over time, it remains unmistakably true to its origins.
Matured in an exceptionally active refill hogshead, the oak has contributed more than might be expected. Notes of toffee sweetness, soft vanilla and gentle spice bring added richness and structure, enhancing rather than reshaping the spirit.
The beauty of this cask lies in its restraint. The active oak adds texture and sweetness, while allowing Glenkinchie’s fresh, elegant distillery character to remain front and centre. A whisky where spirit and wood work in complete harmony.