ne eee wz wo} ie Ge ama Lunde KY te V0 ra 2a a © OF = 5 : le EXPLORE THE PEOPLE, PLACES AND >} Oo} STORIES THAT MAKE WHISKY SPECIAL. iO ra) | eo) 2013 ‘Whisky 101. Discover what making a great whisky. Scotch whisky Home of tough-to-understand accents, but whit Iconic brands of Scotland And why are they popular? Speyside From mild to wild, this region’s Peaty. Powerful. Proceed with cat are exceptionally unique. The Highlands Big region, bigger range of whiskies. The Lowlands Io to the Lowland Ladies Ireland Learn the rough-a story of Irish whist New Zealand grown, Super premium best of the best. Whisky and food matching Forget wine — pair your favourite meal with a whisky. 21 danmurphys.com.au This guide is designed to help you explore, ne You'll discover the ingredients used in te wh: Pree etc ent eters Sone SRO OR Telco Bias to enjoy it — as well as some of the best whiskies from each country. From the timeless drams of Scotland to CONN Case teow oS BSNL trailblazing new countries like Australia, the Whisky Discovery Guide will take ROO MeO stele as ts so RR U tS finest whisky-making countries, Ta eeenveer ear ta emcee tnt DYE arma COLL Ce ta ana tec Ly from your bourbon, you're sure to discover something you didn’t know — as well as a few recommendations and the best ENRON MT Cme TCS Coons al ey Happy travel.Sign up online. Sign up to Dan Murphy's emails for the latest on all your favourite drinks. Plus, you could win an unforgettable Balvenie Father's Day experience and a trip to Scotland. Tasting videos. View video Head to danmurphys.com.au to view tasting online videos hosted by our expert team members. The lowest prices on whisky. Whether it's on your favourite everyday drop or that special boitle of 30. Glenfiddich, you'll always pay less with Dan Murphy’s Lowest Liquor Pri Taste in-store. sky. We'll be vom.au for times and locations. Join us for a al series of tastings to celebrate the world of w holding tastings throughout August — visit danmurp pe seo Free delivery. Free metro delivery when you spend $300 or more online at danmurphys.com.au sees. — Terms used in the Guide. These items are only available at danmurphys.com.au With strictly limited numbers available, this product wor’t last long, Shop your way No matter where you are, shopping Sr Rta ener econ y cay 0 ge ce tr) | | Online & Mobile Peete Click & Collect SS Re CR m eS THE WORLD OF WHISKY danmurphys.com.au | 3A blended whisky is made Grain whisky refers to any kind ‘The cream of the crop. A single by combining single malt of whisky made from grain that malt whisky is made at one whiskies and grain whiskies, isn't malted barley think corn, distillery with one particular as well as (in some cases) barley, wheat or rye. Here's type of malted grain (usually neutral spirits and colouring. where you'll find whiskies like barley). While typically Most blended Scotch whiskies bourbon (which must be 51% associated with Scotland, they're contain around 60% single corn) and rye whiskey (which also made in other counties, malt and 40% grain whisky. must contain 51% rye) including Australia. MAKING WHISKY I! 1 Gathering thegrain 2. Mashing 3. Fermentation The grains — which can vary The cooked grain is ‘The mash is mixed with greatly from whisky to whisky ground into afine flour, yeast, and the magic begins, —are cooked. For a single malt then mixed with warm as the yeast converts the whisky, the barley is malted, water. The end result, sugar to alcohol. What we've which involves soaking the is a yellowy liquid got here is known as the wash barley, allowing it to sprout, known as the mash. —and although it’s a long then drying and heating it. Its complicated, but its worth it, 4.1 danmurphys.com.au way from being whisky, it is 10% alcohol. Lom Meas DISCOVERY GUIDEHISKY’S MADE ~ Y {L-yowwantte know whisky. youre gotte knew the things that influence ite taate and, appearance When it comes down to it, what really makes one whisky different from another is the type of grain used. The most common grains used in whisky include: barley, malted barley, rye, malted rye, wheat, and corn. While malted barley is common in Scottish single malts, you're more likely lo find com and rye in American whiskeys. Water Ws only HO, but it ean make a world of difference to your whisky. Many distilleries place special emphasis on unique aspects of their water ~ whether because ofits purity, location or just to sound fancy. Barreto Often made from white oak, the barrel a whisky is aged in can make all the difference. Second= hand port, sherry and bourbon barrels are increasingly popular, as they can enhanee the flavours of the whisky being aged. Chill Chill-filtering is a method whisky-makers use to alter the appearance of a whisky. By cooling the whisky, then passing it through a fine absorption filter, the whisky is made to look clearer. While most say it doesn’t have an effect on a whisky’s flavour, some purists maintain it can remove some smokiness JUST SIX EASY STEPS 4, ‘The wash is heated, turning the alcohol to vapour, while the water remains liquid. The alcohol vapour is then collected in another tank (often called a thumper) and condensed. The liquid is then condensed again, and the result is called new-make spirit. THE WORLD OF WHISKY 5. Ageing Water is added to the new- make spirit, then moved to wooden barrels, Here the whisky begins ils ageing process, which is strictly regulated. This is when many of a whisky’s complex flavours develop. We have whisky! Once aged, the end product is bottled, ensuring the whisky's flavour is maintained. danmurphys.com.au | 5with an BY of, at Leant 40/. T'S NOT SURPRISING the Scots place such standards on how modern Seotch is made — they have quite a reputation to uphold. The drink’s origins lie back in the fourth or fifth century, when Christian monks introduced dis ion to the Scoitish isles. Originally, the practice was used for making perfume and wine, but was adapted for grain and paving the way for the rly on, these spirits were used for medicinal purposes (some even claimed to eure smallpox!) and given the Caelie term uisce breatha (or ‘water of life’). Scottish whisky production slowly grew through the centuries, until it was harshly taxed in 1644. Not surprisingly, the feisty Scots didn’t take well to this. Whisky production went underground, and in 1780, it was estimated that the nation was home to eight legal distilleries and over 400 illegal ckily, in the 19th century the taxman finally relaxed a little, allowing Scotch to (legally) grow into the world’s favourite whisky. 6 | danmurphys.com.au INAS peaty P: Rugged, often ut also some. softer expressions. ‘There are around 790 islands lying off the Scottish coastline, but only seven of those make whisky. ‘These include Skye, home of the peaty Talisker whiskies, and Jura, the isle that author George Orwell once called ‘un-get-at-able’ Visit these isolated (although hardly ‘un-get-at-able’) isles on page 19. totay, INA SIP: Peat, iodine, salt, powerful flavours. Islay (pronounced F-la) whiski which is a type of decayed vegetation that’s found in wetlands, to give them unique aromas and flavours. While for some they're unappealing and medicine-like, for others they're the ultimate ye whisky experience. Find out more about peat and the whiskies of Islay over on page 16. oom Meas DISCOVERY GUIDEIN ASIP: Diverse and unique — there's something for everyone, “© 5 the largest whisky region, the Highlands has something for every Scotch drinker. Head to the coast for peaty expressions, or go inland for the soft and grassy or heavy and full-bodied examples. Turn to page 20 for more. INA SIP: Anything from light and grassy to rich and sweet. Despite its small size, Speyside boasts the most distilleries of any whisky-making region. ‘The main reason for this? The River Spey, Scotland's second- largest river, flows through Speyside, supplying big names like Glenlivet and Glenfiddich with pure, easy- to-access water for their whiskies. Find out about these whiskies — as well as the reason for why so many have ‘Glen’ in their name - on page 14. IN ASIP: Light, floral, soft, perfect for beginners. ye THE HI Ga agar wk Whiskies from this region are often called the “Lowland Ladies’, thanks to their gentler flavours. Some are distilled three times (in contrast to most other Scotch whiskies, which are usually only distilled twice) making Lowlands whiskies the ideal first step for the curious non-whisky-drinker. Meet these fair lasses ‘on page 22. a 4 cc THE WORLD OF WHISKY danmurphys.com.au | 7ICONIC BRANDS GLEN MORAY When it comen to vingte matte, Fler Moray iv the ideat place to otart burrv mouthe or intimidate palates the way that come other whiskieo ean. ESTLED IN THE Speyside region, the Glen Moray distillery is built on land that the locals once called Gallow’s Hill. As the morbid name suggests, prisoners used to be executed on the grounds (don't worry, the last recorded instance of it happening was in the 17th century). But that’s not the only dark secret that the Glen Moray distillery holds: the building originally functioned as a brewery for almost 100 years, under the name Robert Thome & Sons. They finally got with the program in 1897, converting the buildings into a distillery. While that 120-odd year heritage doesn't make Glen Moray as old as some other distilleries in Scotland, i's still a stickler for doing things the traditional way, with flavours that are classic Speyside. This means floral whiskies that, while lightly spiced, still maintain a smooth sweetness. Classic. Glen Moray Classic is matured in ‘oak casks, producing, a whisky that’s light gold in colour and gently spiced with fruity butterscotch notes. Single Malt 700mL Renowned for its distinctive, smooth taste, the Glen Moray 16YO is sweet, full and well-rounded. The taste is ‘smooth with a firm body, meeting the expectations set from the rich, mature nose. Extraordinary value This intriguing and fora 16YO single malt! complex single malt Single Malt 700mL ‘was entirely matured in Chardonnay casks. The character of the Scotch whisky mirrors that of rich and engaging Chardonnay, with notes 2bYO- of buttered toast and subtle spices. For the true whisky lover, this is a This limited edition has been distilled from the finest malted barely, then matured in bourbon casks and experience that cannot finished in port casks to add bbe missed. complexity and richness. Chard: cask Single Malt 700mL Single Malt 700mL OA 8 | danmurphys.com.au Moor Mon phys WSCOVERY GUIDEee OF SCOTLAND © QHNNTE WALKER fp theree one name thats oynonymous with whioky,ite- Johnnie Wither: UT WHILE IT might bear his name on the bottle, John Walker (the ‘man) didn't have a huge impact on the world of whisky. That was left to his son Alexander, who took over the business when Walker Snr. passed away in 1857. Instead of simply selling whisky — which is what John Walker did — Alexander began blending whisky. And the people liked it. For the next 75 years, Johnnie Walker continued to be a family affair, with ry John’s sons and grandsons helping make it become the world’s most popular blended whisky. Along the way, they slowly introduced more and more Johnnie Walker varieties: some so rare they continue to haunt the dreams of whisky fanatics, while others became a phenomenon, so smooth that Sel By y even nonewhisky drinkers could appreciate them. a Gold Lab Master Blender Jim Beverage has handpicked specially selected casks from the distillery’s unrivalled reserve stock to create a bold, confident full-bodied blend. 750mL {V9 8 RU EEA 1 SAMAR TI MR AYO Aged for a minimum of 21 years and sourced from the private reserves of the Master Blender, including casks from now clefunct distilleries. An exceptionally smooth finish shows oak intensity, vanilla notes and. finally a sweet hint of golden honey. 750mL Bottled atthe higher Blue Labet Ring George’ V \ strength of 48% ABV, ‘This whisky was created to celebrate the this limited edition blend Royal Warrant given in 1984 to the Walker is a perfect balance of intensity and refinement. Available exclusively at Dan Murphy's for a limited time, this is truly a collector's item. 750mL family to mark the exceptional qualities of their whiskies. The King George has } ‘more restraint and sophistication than /, the Blue Label courtesy of the Port x Ellen Distillery component that =H is powerful, slow and resonant. \ 750mL THE WORLD OF WHISKY danmurphys.com.au | 9a SSS THE ULTIMATE MIX MASTERS When it comes to oheer peyautarity, blended, whiky ix king Net onty, are they generatty, much mare ajjerdabte than. vingte matte, but they atoo account jer around.101 of, att whivky vetd arsund the world. LENDS ARE TYPICALLY made by taking a selection of single malt whiskies — this number can range from two to around 50 — and combining them with grain whisky. Some substitute grain whisky with neutral spirits, a high-in-alechol but low-in-flavour grain-based spirit that’s much cheaper to produce, and a few also add caramel, for that extra kick of flavour. ‘The idea for blending started in the 19th contury, when Scottish distilleries were looking at a way to make more whisky, Canes Bailie Nicol Farvi Bailie Nicol Jarvie Seoteh is a wonderful value-formaney blend sourced from Speyside, Highland and Islay. On the nose its ful flavoured, with a good body and a very slight trace of smoke. Its every bit as mouth- watering on the palate as the nose suggests, with some lemon tartness countering the rich ‘maltiness and almost chewable grain. The finish is warm, balanced, with a whiff of smoke. 700mL Perna sd pesetttced around 90% Peet for less money. They combined their single malts with grain whisky, which was light, sweet, and took far less time to distil (and was therefore much cheaper). Their quick-fix solution eaught on, with the combination of sweet and powerful flavours appealing toa much broader audience than traditional single malts, Suddenly, people who never liked whisky before couldn't get enough of it Despite its popularity it seems like a strange thing, to do: why would you take a whisky that was already {good in its own right, and then mix it down with other whiskies? But there's just as much craft in perfecting a blended whisky as there is in creating one of those faney single malts. That's why the job of making a blended whisky falls toa Master Blender, who has to carefully ensure the mixture of single malts and grain whisky is just right. I's tough job, but somebody's got to do it. Lhe Snow ‘The Snow Grouse is the first ever Seotch whisky designed to be served seriously chilled — straight from the freezer. A swoet, smooth and remarkably light Scotch, it features a sweet, gloopy mouth feel and a cool taste explosion. 700mL 10 | danmurphys.com.au Moor Moe, Als DISCOVERY GUIDEF YOU THINK you've got a high-pressure job, imagine how Jim Beveridge must feel. As Johnnie Walker's Master Blender, he’s in charge of shaping the direction (and taste) of the world’s most popular whisky. A great advocate for the value of blends, Beveridge is especially passionate about grain's rol opening up the malt’s flavours. He's applied this philosophy to the whiskies introduced during his stint at Johnnie Walker, which include Double Black, Platinum and Gold Reserve. F4B Rare Lv. (J&B Rare is a blend of 42 different whiskies. They're carefully blended together to create a subtle, smooth and complex flavour. The heart of J&B Rare is formed by Speyside malt whiskies, which give this blend light and smooth flavours. 700mL MONKEY A blend of three of the SHOULDER A fine blended Scotch finest Speyside single whisky that’s finished in malt whiskies, aged in first-fill bourbon barrels first-fill bourbon barrels, producing a Scotch of exceptional smoothness and richness. Blended Malt 700mL for 6 months after ageing a minimum of 12 years, providing an added layer of flavour and complexity. 12YO 700mL Sohnnie Walker Styled on the iconie Black Label, the Double Black has a deeper andl more intense taste profile, derived from the combination of earefully aged, naturally smoky whiskies matured in deep charred oak barrels. Double Black 700mL THE WORLD OF WHISKY danmurphys.com.au 111BIA \fel any 1b After ageing the whiskies for a minimum of 12 years, this Dewar's is returned to vintage oak casks for another 6 months for additional maturation. This technique is unique to Dewar’s and contributes to the 12Y0's remarkable smoothness. 12Y0 700mL Dimple 15YO opens ina fragrant, almost perfume-like manner, before mellowing into sweet, buttery aromas. Flavoursome and light, this forgoes the harsh and spicy flavours for a delicate, dark chocolate- laced finish. 15YO 700mL A multi-avward-winning blended Scotch whisky, Label 5 12Y0 recently won double Gold at the 2013 San Francisco World Spirits Competition. Ie diplags nts of dred fruit, subtle smoke and ‘clean vanilla finish. 12YO 750mL Chivas Regal 18¥O isa unique, rich and multi-layered blend that includes over twenty of Scotland's rarest single malt whiskies. Said to have as many as 85 flavour nuances in each sip. Gold Signature 18YO 700mL 121 danmurphys.com.au Sow Meio, pb’> WSCOVERY GUIDECrafted from 18-year-old single malt and grain whiskies, Platinum Label is a complex blend with deep layers of strong, sweet fruit and subtle, smoky richness, ©) vi video Platinum Label 18YO 750mL THE WORLD OF WHISKY Originally ereated in 1953 by the Chivas Brothers to pay tribute to Her Majesty ‘Queen Elizabeth TI. Each whisky in the Royal Salute blend is a minimum 21 years of age. Battle colour may very by lore. 21YO 700mL WHISK COLLECTION Denese Using an expert selection of malts, each at least 40 years old, ‘The Grangestone is a decadent blend with supreme complexity and depth of flavour. On the nose, the whisky ‘expresses a full floral aroma that is integrated with fresh fruit and oak. 40YO 750mL Sheep Dip spends three years maturing in bourbon casks, followed by nine years resting in Oloroso sherry casks in Spain, It earnt an impressive 92 point score in Jim Murray's Whisky Bible 2013. Amoroso Oloroso 700mL danmurphys.com.au 1 13‘When it, comer to variety Sppeyoiden got the reat of, Seattand, beat. Whiakiee-from thie: region cary range from tight and grasoy, att the way ys to rich and oweet Lheyre easy. to enjoy, yet aloo complen, making them, perfect jar both whinky newcomers aa- welt a» aeawoned-enperts. PEYSIDE’S BROAD RANGE of flavours is thanks to the large number of distilleries within its borders. In fact, while Speyside is ‘geographically a part of the Highlands, its sheer number of distilleries means it's elassed as its own region. Today, Speyside is home to more than 60 distilleries — that’s over 50% of Scotland’s overall number ~ all scattered across its rich vistas, ‘As one of the best selling single malts in the world, ‘The Glenlivet 12YO has become a benchmark for quality Speyside whisky. Its signature taste is soft, sweet and round, with pronounced, well-balanced fruit lingering on the palate. A delight for any whisky drinker. View video rine With Master Distiller Alan Winchest 12¥O Single Malt 700mL 14-1 danmurphys.com.au Sail TY & QU ot item Pose enter aad Ny esse So, whet makes this relatively small region of Scotland so popular? It’s that vital whisky ingredient that we know as water. The River Spey, Scotland's second largest river, flows through the region, supplying ‘water to many distilleries — including Glenfiddich and Glenlivet, makers of the world’s most famous (and most popular) single malt Seotch whiskies. Glenfiddich and Glenlivet are also prime examples ofan unusual Speyside naming quirk: over a dozen distilleries in this region begin with ‘Glen’. The reason for this? When building a distillery, whisky-makers ‘would look for a loeation that had a plentiful supply of water, ideally a river. This was often found in a valley — and the Gaelic ‘word for‘valley"? That would be ‘Glen’. But it doesn’t matter what language you're speaking — or how advanced you are in your whisky journey —a whisky from Speyside is a treat for everyone. Longmern With water from local springs, barley from the town of Moray and locally sourced peat, its the natural Speyside ingredients that give Longmorn its unique characteristics. Full-bodied and finely structured, expect rich toffee, cinnamon and rmutmeg on the palate, A hit among critics, the Longmorn 16¥O received silver medals from the San Francisco ‘World Spirits Competition in 2008 and 2009. A constant star in the Speyside region. 16YO Single Malt 700ml ee Mew bby WSCOVERY GUIDE‘The Major's Reserve is a brilliant Acdistinctive Speyside malt, introduction to the world of single ‘matured in a combination malts. Matured in bourbon casks, of sherry and bourbon oak casks this whisky is beautifully restrained for a minimum of 10 years. sand elegant, yet balanced with Aberlour's flavour gains added underlying power and persistence complexity from the water that of flavour. flows down from the surrounding The Major's Reserve highland granite mountains. Single Malt 700ml. 10Y0 Single Malt 700mL ( GLENGR SINGLE MAG La Fine Spanish Oloroso wood and American oak mature this rich, Intriguingly fruity and robust osk expression. Delivers luxurious dried fruit, candy peel and dates, overlaid with elegant oak notes. 18YO Ancient Reserve Single Malt 700mL After 1d years maturing, ‘The Glenrothes release their Distilled and matured at the this whisky is finished in new ‘whiskies when they believe they family owned and run distillery Spanish and American oak have matured to the optimium level at the foothills of Ben Rinnes. casks for an edditional 12 weeks, This technique, and a slow This 21Y0 whisky’s time (in releasing extra layers of aroma distillation process in tall copper barrel) has created an intense and flavour into the whisky. pot stills, delivers a characteristic and aroma filled whisky with sweet, frnity and elegant spirit. aheavy sherry influence. 14YO Rich Oak Select Reserve 21¥0 Single Malt 700mL Single Malt 700mL Single Malt 700mL THE WORLD OF WHISKY danmurphys.comau 1 15Islay whiskies owe their distinctive flavour to a combination of location, ingredients and local expertise. It all begins in Islay’s swamps, bogs and = wetlands. That’s where you'll find peat, a type of partially decayed vegetation that helps give Islay whiskies their distinct taste. While sitting in the wetlands, the peat is imbued with the notes of the sea, — thanks to the powerful Atlantic winds which thump Islay. This ocean-powered peat is harvested by the island's distilleries, who burn it to dry the malted barley used in their whiskies. ‘The result is whisky that's intensely smoky, powerful and not for the faint of heart. This is where distilleries like Ardbeg and Laphroaig — who seem to revel in challenging taste buds as much as delighting them — excel. If that sounds a bit off-putting, don’t worry. There are also distilleries like Bruichladdich or Bunnahabhain who, while still drawing, on the power of peat, create a milder, less palate-pounding version of Islay whisky. HEN DESCRIBING THE flavours of these whiskies, critics use words like iodine, salt, smoke, seaweed and medicinal (ves, really). While these might scare off anovice, they're music to the ears of those with an experienced palate—or folks who 't mind a challenge! Ultimately, it doesn’t matter whether you're new to whisky and want a challenge, ran old hand used to what the island offers, youll experience flavours that are as intense as they are unique. WSCOVERY GUIDEUSO CC TETTI MeCtettands ‘The MoCelland’s range features archetypal whiskies from Scotland's rajor regions. Their Islay single malt is a hearty, full-bodied drop with powerful hits of peat and iodine. The finish is strong, sweet, dry and reminiscent of classic Islay whisky. Single Mat 700m. THE WORLD OF WHISKY Big Peat A small-batch blend that includes some of the biggest names in Islay whisky — expect single malts from Ardbeg, Bowmore, Gaol Tla and Port Ellen in each bottle There are strong overtones of salt spray and seaweed, along with smoke and ripe fruit on the nose. Lf Blended Mick 7oOmL Bowmore =— Bunnahabhain ‘Complex yet balanced, Bunnahabhain 12YO the Bowmore 12¥0 is an approachable, reflects the raw essence welcoming whisky. of Islay. It was once Ex-sherry eask influence described by whisky and being non-chill writer Michael Jackson filtered add to the layers as ‘vanilla ice eream of complexity exuding at a beach bonfire. from this premium whisky. 12¥0 12¥0 Single Malt 700ml Single Malt 700mL. danmurphys.com.au | 17Laphreaig ‘The origins of Laphroaig lie back in 1815, when brothers Donald and Alexander Johnston leased 1000 acres of land to raise cattle, Thankfully, the two soon gave up livestock, and instead used the property for whisky making. Today, Laphroaig is the only whisky to carry the Royal Warrant of the Prince of Wales — not bed for a distillery started by a eouple of farm boys. ‘The additional oak influence from the quarter casks creates asolt sweetness and velvety feel when first tasted, and then the intense peatiness, so unique to Laphroaig comes bursting through. The finish is very long and alternates between the wood sweeiness and the classic phenolie peat found on the the shores of Islay. Quarter Cask Single Malt 700mL Cairdeas’, the Gaelic word for friendship, is the perfect title for this special Laphroaig. After all, it was specially created to celebrate 18, years of Friends of Laphroaig’ a special program that gives whisky- lovers a chance ta purchase a square foct of Laphroaig’s hallowed turf. ‘The whisky itself displays all the typical Laphroaig.iodline, sea spray and peat, along with a vanillin smoothness that is unsurpassed. Cairdeas Single Malt 700mL Bruichtaddich Free ofthe iodine flavours that can often dominate Islay ‘whiskies, Bruichladdich are makers of unique whiskies —as well as enemies ofthe state. "Their distillery was investigated by US intelligence when their antique distilling equipment was mistaken for Iraq's missing weapons of mass destruction. Yes, really. An exceptionally long, finish for a 10YO as the whisky is non-chill Enjoy the power of peat with elegance, complexity and the floral top notes for filtered and retains its which the Bruichladdich natural oils, stills are famous. Port Charlotte The Laddie Ten 10YO ——_The Peat Project ingle Malt 700mL Single Malt 700ml 18 | danmurphys.com.au “| there's Ardbep’s claim of being. | An archetypal Islay whisky, | light gold colour with 4 depth on the nose, Hints of | Whirlpool that lies off the 4 aromas and torrents of “| deep, peaty, peppery taste. ‘There’s confidence, and then “Unquestionably, the greatest ‘whisky in the world, A tad arrogant perhaps, but they have whisky writer Jim Murray on their side ~ he wrote of Ardbeg: ‘perfection on the palate exists, this ist? exceptional balance and seaspray and smoked fish leading to hickory and coffee emerging on the finish, 10¥O Single Malt 700mL A very limited special release named after the famous Corryvreckan Tslay north coast. Swirling oo Mw phys WSCOVERY GUIDELTHOUGH THEIR BIG sibling Islay gets most ofthe attention, there are also a host of other small, whisky-making islands off the coast of Scotland. While ‘officially’ apart of the Highlancls, these whiskies are so distinetive that they deserve their own focus. It's barely even fair to bundle them together as “The Isles’, as each one makes completely individual whisky, from musely peat to refined, soft and floral. Historically, The Isles were the ideal place to be if you wanted to manufacture ‘whisky illegally, as their isolation meant that policing these communities was often more trouble than it was worth. While today all the distilleries are aboveboard, the whiskies from these islands aro still defined by their remoteness ~ meaning if youre a lover of something that's alittle off the beaten track, its well worth trying these whiskies. 40? EM On, 1798 AGED 15 YEARS Pe om wANit sey ote of Mu Established in 1798, ‘Tobermoray stands alone asthe only distillery on Mull off the west coast of Scotland. The 15¥YO Highland, Park, Sura Lalioker has a lovely sherried cas i i ee nose with notes of fi Orkney) (ote of Fura) Cote of Skye) ee raat is Voted as ‘Best Whisky in This single malt is Talisker Storm is an of leather and a touch of Show’ at the prestigious crafted from a selection _exuberant new expression _ smoke. On the palate i's 2007 San Francisco of the finest aged Jura of Talisker: more meclium to full-bodied World Spirits Competiton, single malt whiskies. intense and smoky, with showing rich sherry, this was called ‘the Spices, honey, pine enhanced and vibrant fruitcake, milk chocolate, greatest all rounder in the and peat combine with maritime notes, smoothly creamy toffee, light oak world of malt whisky’ by aint of smoketo make balanced by Talisker's and a hint of white pepper. the late whisky authority a subtly sweet, yet signature hot sweetness. 5) Vie video Michael Jackson. smoky single malt erin 12¥0 Superstition Storm 15YO Single Malt 700mL Single Malt 700mL ——_ Single Malt 700mL Single Malt 700ml THE WORLD OF WHISKY danmurphys.com.au | 19-ysPOWER & NUMBERS Covering the top tw thirds of the maintand, the = Hightands in Scattands Cargest whinky, region. ma ‘With thio amppte npace, the distitteries-have ‘ room te xpread out, meaning that the Hightands Here’s a confusing one: A Sy Glengoyne’s stills are located : 2 z in the Highlands, but the finished whisky is aged and stored in the Lowlands. Despite — the identity crisis, this whisky hhas sublime flavours and aromas of fresh green apples, toffee and a hint of nuttiness ~a result of Glenpoyne’s slow distillation process. 10YO Single Malt 700mL INTHE NORTH, many distilleries are situated by the seaside. This means big, peaty flavours, but still a nice twist of complexity. Down south and to the east, you're more likely to find medium- to full-bodied Scotch that’s smooth and sweet, while out west is home to light-bodied expressions, as well as peaty, powerful single malts. For the answer as to why exactly there's a whisky divide between the Highlands and the Lowlands, we have to a go back to the 18th century. That's when the Highland ae z = line —which divides the two regions —was used for = the purpose of introducing two different sets of taxes ~ and regulations on spirit production. The Highland S distilleries were taxed less than their Lowland counterparts, with the idea being that it would help encourage illegal distilleries to become legal ones. ‘The tax incentive meant Highland distilleries were i able to create a higher-quality whisky than their Lowland dwelling counterparts. Located in the far north of ‘The only catch to this? In 1785, after Lowland Laem aire whisky-makers kicked up a stink (which, in fairness, a Sefland vies only the they were probably entitled to do), the government Lighiest and puree seis enacted a new law. They deereed that the top-notch sepan reach te wei gang whisky from the Highlands was, rather cruelly, Glenmorangie its hallmark banned from being exported out of the region. fiscal and fray chaackes we Although, with the Scottish and their proud history of smuggling, you can guess just how successful this ban actually was: 10Y0 The Original Single Malt 760mL 20 1 danmurphys.com.au aw ta b's DISCOVERY GUIDEDalwhinnie Dalwhinnie produces a vwelcomingly gentle spirit that’s full of character. Smooth and soft with its heather honey and delicate spice, it’s creamy, not dry. A single malt with smoothness and depth that benefits from full 15 years of ageing. 15YO Single Malt 700mL Pronounced ‘a-nock’, this light yet complex, smooth yet challenging whisky is ideal for those who shy away from traditional whisky favours. A musthave in every serious whisky drinker’s collection. 12Y0 Single Malt 700mL THE WORLD OF WHISKY Old Pulteney A winner of numerous: Gold Medals atthe world’s most prestigious spirit competitions, the ‘unashemedly excellent” Old Pulteney is a Highlands highlight. Made in the remote northerly town of Wick, where the Highlands meet the North Sea and the waves crash against the granite walls of the harbour. 12Y0 Single Malt 700mL ARES a BE a Lhe Macatlan After being distilled, The Macallan spends its time ageing in European ‘oak seasoned with sherry and American oak seasoned with bourbon. The result is smooth, delicate and complex: fruit, oak and spice take center stage on the palate, ‘while the nose has complex hints of fruit and heather honey. 12Y0 Single Malt 700mL Clynetiok Back in the 19th century, demand for this whisky was so strong that ‘only private customers were supplied — with trade orders being refused, Fortunately, times have changed, and today we can all enjoy this exisp, modium-bodied whisky. Clynelish packs the nautical scent of sea air but barely has any trace of smokiness. 14Y0 Single Malt 700mL Ifyou think the Mackinkay’s bottle looks like a relic from the past, youll have a point. These collector's bottles have been specially made to commemorate Ennest Shackleton’s Antarctic expedition ~ the snow-bound adventurer oniered Mackinlay’s in order to keep his team warm. Rare Old Blended Malt 700mL danmurphys.comau | 21E0WLANDS MEET THE in LOWLAND LADIES LADIES oa rae © © © oy onty has-Lour active distilleries: (iva Bay, Quchentoohan, ftadnech and Gtenkinehie. Gt there diotitlerien offer a more gentle version of Scotch, ideal for whinky newcomers. HE REASONS FOR their fairer flavours? Back in the 19th century, the Lowlands was one of While some other regions might be borderline- Scotland's major producers of legally made whisky, obsessed with peat (Islay, we're looking in your with over 180 distilleries peppering the region. direction!) the Lowland whiskies use almost none. At one point, they where distilling at such a rate that ‘This, along with their inland location - away from all they began selling surplus whisky to gin producers, that salt-imbued air—help keep the hig and bold tastes who redistilled it for use in their product. Things toa minimum. However, the biggest factor became tougher though, as taxes and bizare comes not from ingreclients and location, but laws made things hard for Lowland distillers from method. Many Lowlands whiskies are @RASROESESS stay open. In the 20th century, Lowland {rile distilled (most other Seoteh is double ‘i whisky was almost wiped out totally, with, distilled), the extra attention giving them ight Lowland distilleries closing between amore inviting taste, While this practice 1975 and 1995 alone. But thanks to a is hardly unheard of in other regions, its newfound popularity, today it seems these trademark of the Lowlands, lasses still have their best years ahead. DOT ETS Cuchentoohan S Triple distilled in the traditional Lowlands way, Auchentoshan is a smooth, delicate and pure whisky. Each distillation makes the whisky subtler and smoother, resulting in a finished product that’s evocative of caramelised. toffee and toasted almonds. MeCtellands Lowland ‘When people think 700 Lowland whiskies, this Single Malt IE isthe one that lingers Glakinehie 12Y0 on their tongue. ingle Malt 700ml 120 Single Malt 700mL Cuchentoohan Three Wood Single Malt 700mL 22 1 danmurphys.com.au ows, ta b's DISCOVERY GUIDEIRELAND THE (BAD) LUCK OF THE IRISH Back in the Bth century trefando uniquely amectt, trystediotitted whiskien were the, toast of the wortd. Even Seettand,coutdnd ht: So, how did it-go-from- being he wtioy king to bar citing in the earty, 20th century? e good, otd,,anhinned triak bad tuck. match their m Gust vor ‘TSTARTED IN 1823, when Scotland embraced the newly invented column still, which produced a mild and smooth spirit in just one week. The Irish felt this compromised too much on flavour and preferred to continue their traditional three-distillation, pot- still method — whieh took nine months. While their dedication was admirable, it meant it took them much longer to eraft a quality whiskey. ers ‘Tiple distilled and made from both malted and unmalted barley, Redbreast is lish whiskey done the traditional way. Rich, complex and smooth, it's no surprise this drop of Ireland is the best-selling single pot whiskey in the world, 12Y0 Single Pot Still 700mL THE WORLD OF WHISKY From there, things just got worse. First, Ireland’s 1919 War For Independence with Great Britain bought whiskey manufacturing toa halt. When it did resume, harsh trade embargo meant Ireland was banned from exporting to any Commonwealth country. ‘The next year, the United States declared Prohibition, and international demand for Irish whiskey dropped to almost nothing, When Prohibition ended in 1933, Ireland's commitment to triple distillation came back tobite them. While they were distilling, Scotland ‘was selling, eager to fill the U.S. market with their quickly made whiskies. In 1945, only seven distilleries remained in Ireland, down from over 160 in 1880. ‘The Irish finally caught a break in the second half of the 20th century, thanks in no small part to American bar owner Jack Koeppler, who introduced the U.S. to Irish coffee. The simple eocktail took off around the world, and finally, people appreciated Ireland's deeply traditional, supremely smooth vhiskeys. sO DEW et Lutlamore Bew 700ml Buohunitle 10YO Single Malt 700ml Famesor Select Reserve 700mL danmurphys.com.au 1 23peso Seer cee Stee eeeaee es AMERICARIS 5 ee Oe ee ean, Se, oe eS {L you tat to any fire peapte about the history of whiokey, ir. Ameriea, youre tikety to get five different stsriea- it» a» complicated and twiated, aa a Kentucky mountain read. Whatwe do kenowio that it-deca involve tarring and, feathering tax cattectorn, runvina with government, andawkste tet of masnokining BEST PLACE to start is with America’s ‘most popular type of whiskey: bourbon. Made primarily (but not onl) in the south, bourbon is a point of national pride for American whiskey lovers, who see it as one of the great American inventions (we're inclined to agree). ‘As such, « bourbon has to conform to several strict, government-mandated standards, the three ‘most important being: that the whiskey is made from at least 51% corn, is aged in charred oak barrels and made exclusively in the good old U.S of A. Bourbon gets its name from Bourbon County, Kentucky, where it originated. In the 18th century, ‘many immigrants from Scotland and Ireland settled in Bourbon County, bringing with them the secrets ite ee ee Per om Peroni Seer sa Bree se Tee sarceh nae using the process on excess corn and grain harvests ‘ to make early American whiskey. When the whiskey difficult te find thar ‘was exported to other states, it was stamped with ‘Old esoteric and timited Bourbon Whiskey’ as a reference to its point of origin. farudusdian Groich wiaek- The name eaught on, and in around 1840, the drink 4 was just referred to as bourbon. aa Ron nanseCanti, While bourbon whiskey is by far the most famous kind sl of American whiskey, it’s not the only kind: Tennessee Robert Parker Jr, and rye whiskey are also highly popular. Tennessee erobertparker.com whiskey is similar to bourbon, but uses a special method (see Tennessee Whiskey on page 25) while American rye whiskey must contain at least 51% rye, Papp rather than 51% com. Nan Wirth ‘The one thing that all these whiskeys have in common? ‘They were all almest wiped out by a little thing called Prohibition, which was introduced! in 1920. While states (mostly southern ones) had dabbled in alcohol bans Aged for 20 years, Pappy Van Winkle’s is regarded ‘ascone of the finest and rarest bourbons in the before, this was a full-on, nation-wide ban on alcoholic Re eee drinks. It had a disastrous effect on legal whiskey are pandnciontnacaliers: distilleries, with home whiskey distillation, speakeasies ‘Sophisticated and full and moonshine runners the order of the day. Luckily for everyone, Prohibition was finally repealed in 1933, and order was restored to the production of these national icons. Since then, the industry has gone from strength to strength, and today the U.S. is up there with of character, thisis a wonderfully smooth and rich experience. Visit danmurphys.com.au to view more Pappy Van Scotland in producing utterly individual whiskeys. Winkle whiskeys. ‘Oh, and that tarring and feathering? The most 20Y0 Family famous example of that was in 1791, when a tax Reserve Bourbon collector dared venture into Kentucky to collect taxes Whiskey 750mL that the whiskey makers thought were unfair, 24 1 danmurphys.com.au Mom Mowe, Alyse DISCOVERY GUIDE1ENNESSEE WHISKEY is kind of whiskey made ina certain American state (unfortunately, there are no points for guessing which one). These whiskeys are made using a method called the ‘Lincoln County Process’, where they're drip-fed through sugar maple charcoal before being barrelled. The result is smoother and sweeter than a typical bourbon. While there are some smaller distilleries still making Tennessee whiskey, the most famous name of all is undoubtedly Jack Daniel's. AEC An Single barr Vy ct This fine whiskey is slowly crafted from a single Jack Daniel's barrel, which has been individually hand-selected for its unique taste and smooth characters, Tennessee Whiskey 700ml BLANTON’ ENTUCKY-BASED whiskey-maker Blanton's asn’t been around long, (it was founded in 1984), but it’s still found time to turn some heads. They claim to be the first distiller to ever bottle a single barrel bourbon ~ that's taking the whiskey from a single barrel and bottling it ‘without mixing it with any other barrels of whiskey, neutral spirits or flavourings. ‘Named in honour of Colonel Blanton, an iconic figure in Kentucky bourbon for over 50 years, Blanton's whiskey is deeply traditional and easily Gentleman Jack, Gentleman Jack get its unique, smokey- yet-mellow flavour from undergoing, the Lincoln County Process twice ~ as ‘opposed to regular Jack Daniel's, which only goes through one filtration. Tennessee Whiskey 700mL recognisable, thanks to their distinctive bottles. ‘The ideal introduction to the world of single pueaneee eyo barrel bourbons. Sweeter than youll expect, Bion, Pete er ey there's dry citrus, raisin and vanilla on the palate, along with a finish of crisp, spicy notes. S Ese IB sey po saa oe Special Reserve 700ml. These four bourbons represent Once reserved for dignitaries and close friends med rs ty anu family of Colonel Blanton, today Blanton's [ildeaseeaiiee fa aa) (mn a tr Private Reserve is now available to everyone. em cpt it eee Just as well: this creamy, nuty, earamely, & us choeolaty whiskey is to good not to share. Original Private Reserve 700mL THE WORLD OF WHISKY danmurphys.com.au | 25‘This exceptionally dark bourbon takes its unusually distinctive complexity from a perfect combination of the finest rye matured in charred oak barrels, Kentu: Bourbon Ta, rooen fu un Devito ( Afier ageing and bottling, some remaining whiskey is left trapped in the wood of every barrel — and its this liquid that’s extracted, then blended with Jim Beam bourbon to make Devil's Cut, Kentucky Straight Wild Turkey Rye is a rye-flavoured spin on the classic Wild Turkey flavours. Bottled at 101 proof, it’s a smokey, peppery favourite for American rye drinkers. We OT eet on Maker Y Produced from red winter wheat and aged to taste with a distinctively full, yet mellow palate, every hottle is hand dipped with Maker’s Mark’s iconic red wax seal Bourbon Whisky POomL 26 I danmurphys.com.au First produced by Jim Beamn’s grandson, Booker Noe, Small Batch is aged for five years in deeply charred, port-infused barrels to create a rich, slightly sweet taste. ight aourson Wigskey JoomL The secret to Basil's Hayden's spicy kick? Don't tell anyone, but that would be the extra rye that’s added to the sour mash, as well 1s being aged for eight years, BYO Kemer ot Bourbon Whiskey 750mL on Mesa hy’ ISCOVERY GUIDEKt KA KI Bernheim’s primary ingredient is wheat, which makes it alittle different to most other American whiskeys. The result is an enlivening mix of vanilla, honey, toffee and berry. al Kentucky Straight Ties Winn oon Extra aged, uncut, and bottled straight from the barrel at 64.55% ABY, you can expect deep, rich, vanilla and smoky charcoal on the nse, with a long, clean finish. Kentucky a Sige Bourbon Whiskey 750mL THE WORLD OF WHISKY CANADIAN WHISKY Wi it Si iS STS, F BOURBON IS synonymous with the United ates, then Canada is the home of rye whisky. But despite the name, most Canadian rye whisky doesn't feature rye as a primary ingredient (yes, really). Instead, most Canadian whisky is made with wheat or com (just like bourbor). After being distilled, this whisky is then blended with rye whisky. Afier being rene arsg eek re) Perens st So even though rye isnt a main ingredient, it still tastes like rye whisky — exceptionally smooth andl with spicy favours. And that means itean be classed as Canadian rye whisky. Some clever marketing? A strange method to their madness? Whatever the reason for this naming convention, one thing's clear: the whisky of Canada is exceptional. Crown Royat One of Canadas favourite whiskies, Crown Royal was created in 1939 to celebrate ‘a visit to the country by the King of England. Made from milled cor, rye and malted barley, Crown Royal is aged in both seasoned and new white oak barrels. Blended Canadian Whisky 750mL Canadian Club Double-distilled and aged for 12 years, this is a smoother interpretation of the classic Canadian Club taste. ‘Makes a superb Manhattan. 1270 Classic Canadian Whisky 700m danmurphys.com.au | 27AUSTRALI AND NEW ZEALAND THE WHISKY WORLD'S RISING STARS When it comento-whioky ity starting to-ocem, Like theres no place tke home. Quatratia and, Mew Zeatand have both emerged-av the teading upandeomers onthe wortd atage, crafting benpoe drape that give cotabliohed whiaky making nations a run or their money. HILE AUSTRALIAN WHISKY struggled through ‘most ofthe 20th century, it underwent a renaissance in the 190s, with smaller distilleries leading the way. ‘The revolution started down in the Apple Isle, where Bill Lark, founder of the Lark Distillery, lobbied the government to repeal a 100-year-old law banning small-scale whisky distilleries. Fortunately, he was successful, and since then boutique whisky produetion has spread across the country. Berry has become eet] At roughly the same time, New Zealand also discovered a knack for producing quality whisky. ‘Theirs feature more traditionally Scotch-like favours than ours, thanks to the influence of Scottish immigrants who originally settled in New Zealand. But don't go discounting, them as Scotch-wannabes, they're wworkl-class in their own right, Just don't tell them we said that, Uellyers Road, Hellyers Road Distillery is situated within some of Australia’s most pristine and beautiful farmlands in North West Tasmania. 100% ‘Tasmanian owned by local dairy farming families itis Australia’s largest single malt distillery with a growing global reputation for excellence. Using only locally sourced Tasmanian grain and pure local water, this is the distillery’s first release of a 10YO single malt whisky. Matured in casks that have been carefully selected and monitored to deliver beautiful and delicate vanilla, citrus and toasty notes with a sensational balance of spirit sweetness. 10Y0 Single Malt 700mL read Peete Cire distilleries. 28 I danmurphys.com.au Starward, Victorian barley and re-coopered ‘Australian Apera casks create a smooth, sweet and complex whisky that will challenge your perceptions of whet whisky can be. Melbourne’s climate — with its highly variable temperature range — mellows the whisky faster than northern hemisphere whiskies, helping to create a modern whisky. Smooth, sweet and of ‘considerable complexity ‘Malt Whisky 700mL Sullivans Cove Sullivans Cove is « leading ‘Tasmanian single malt, regulaely winning big international awards and accolades. The distillery’s flagship, the Double Cask, is delightfully smooth and gentle, similar to Speyside, but with a Tasmanian uniqueness. Double Cask Single Malt 700ml ————_—_—>-- South totand, ‘The South Island 21Y0 single malt isthe flagship of one of the world’s premier new world whisky ‘companies. Aged! for 21 years in exbourbon American oak barrels, this extraordinary malt displays a lifted citrusslike nose with a white flower accent. The palate is deep, rich and mature, and is carried by a length of favour generally reserved for the finest of traditional malts. The NZ Whisky Compar 21YO eS 70omL Lom» Mca hy’s ISCOVERY GUIDEV0: 40m) aa SNora Ea oa g ty Pee Rc ey ea ans they're an up-coming creator of eo enn ey —and the Amrutis the perfect Perret Pe ee nese et reese eter) of Scottish and Indian barley — Soe ee Pee toned Considered by Jim Murray to be the third best whisky in the word Perec r Poh ites iy Preparer et con ener Cerner Cinat oer ce) peers egg eee ess flavours like custard cream, ‘APAN IS THE SILENT achiever in whisky; in fet, you might not realise it, but they're the third largest producer in the world, behind Scotland and the United States (yes, they even beat the Irish). Whisky-making in Japan is a relatively recent pursuit, with whisky distillation first being recorded in the late 19th century. The word ‘whisky’ is used generously, as many of these early concoctions were strange mixes of distilled alcohol, herbs and natural favours. But in the 1920s, Japan. gol its act together. Nikka Whioky ‘One of Japan’s most renowned distilleries, Nikka was founded in 1934 by Masataka ‘Taketsuru, one of the whisky-makers who travelled to Scotland to leam the art of blending and distilling from the masters. ‘He's credited as the father of Japanese whisky. Nikka From Lhe Barret A Gold Medal winner at Seotland’s International Spirits Challenge 2012, this rich, carefully crafted blend is proof that Japanese whisky is worthy ofthe acclaim. 500mL Imitation, rather than innovation, was the key in these times, with Japanese distillers ‘making a conscious effort to emulate the whiskies of Scotland. Some distilleries even sent employees over to learn the ways of the Scots, then bring back their wisdom. The results spoke for themselves, as the quality of Japanese whisky skyrocketed. ‘Today, Japanese whisky is still a close relative to Scotch. The two countries use similar ‘methods, and Japan even imports a portion of their malted barley from Scotland (as well as some from Australia). Nikka Sakelourw Characterised by a deep richness and excellent balance, the Taketsuru is Nikka’s signature blend for a reason ‘A soft taste, elegantly deepened by vanilla, gentle peat and a sweet, tangy fruitiness. 12¥0 700mL Lhe Yamazaki Featured in the cult movie classic ‘Lost in Transaltion’, The Yamazaki single malt 12Y0 is a brilliant example of how delicate yet profound Japanese single malts can be. Spiritual and deep, its signature multi-layered taste is highly praised by whisky connoisseurs alll over the world. 12¥0 ‘Single Malt 700mL danmurphys.com.au | 29ey) I Some Ss These whiskies are an experience that you'll remember forever. The whiskies that you'd save for a special occasion — legendary drops made Pata ree cet oe ek ates Explore these special whiskies online at danmurphys.com.au HROAIG @. CAST DROP NEST AC ey eT no mee Ta BS Fete orto Ballantine's Bunce cobs One eer pears ery EOC tg Peetmrt mete ireterky tne’ Perse trend Poms by marrying Laphroaig considerable age, the Ut ae eect ie tr meme to ECO) mer zee Reece rere Premera! Pee eran Brine ve sme ‘has gained a cult Seem crag Laphroaig matured Sere ea erate PO ee eC Me Meare CaCI Ey peor ern 1970s at a minimum of Perec memes rr men one een g 12 years old, then left Sra skate) palate, with a long- Pragati Crescent] lasting finish before bottling in 2008. Barer eetrttiy Pevenetrras tts Only 1347 bottles of Crore tet! errata ad Svs eee ory oebrrns ood Vera 30YO Blended ree ced PeeWee a 700mL Blended 700ml. Er ce_axe¥e) SUPER OX Eon SUL |W Noes 3 ‘When quality is the only thing that matters, when money isn’t an issue, these are whiskies to reach for. And while we'll probably never be able to drink them ourselves (barring a lottery win), there’s nothing wrong with dreaming about what could be. Discover the best that money can buy by heading to danmurphys.com.au Brea tod Glenfiddich Malt Pog eed One of Glenfiddich’s gun salute performed Master Brian Kinsman —_ottles worldwide, proce et ere Pen eee eee ere hg ert cc os eee eset ca eres Premera cary Petrn ec contains two bottlings Pure and powerful, the Praesgen y Glenfiddich casks, of Ardheg’s 1974 single SOYO is initially sweet Seem Preseren et Pe en ett ace eRe sy eee rts eC cote ee eee ood orange marmalade personally selected by whisky. Exceptionally of luxurious extras — Pee herr ey ces the Royal Salute Master _ rich, with intense and BME Oncor Be Or oy Blender. Packaged rareflavours of dried unforgettable five-day, cascading into a series with anelegamt blue fruits, dark chocolate, _ paid tour to Scotland. of layers including Crereearit nary eee torartt! proemoeieet ec) 2-earat gold. ripe cherries. ees pierre 62 Gun Salute 40Y0 oer re Eek aie ble eae Ree lean 7Ooml. run Kod Sie aA TM ee neFLAVOURED WHISKY ADDED FLAVOURS IN MY WHISKY? WHAT'S GOING ON? Wh : ‘White other IDEA OF mixing other flavours with whisky is nothing new. Scotland and Ireland have been doing, flavoured npirits ike the dozens ypon dotene it for centuries — with a combination of herbs, spices of ftavoured.vodkas) attemptte-reinventithe sn honey being the most popula. Even today, the most aa popular flavoured whiskies from these countries have drink, floroured, whiokieo are mere concerned their roots in the early days of whisky, where tribal with accentuating naturat {tavours. And,- ify potions and vaguely medicinal concoctions ruled. On the other side of the Atlantic, American whiskey is enjoying a supeth pairing with honey. The couple work so well because bourbons are usually sweeter than Scotch whiskies, which means the honey can act as a natural extension of their flavours. Wild Turkey was the first to try mixing the two, introrhucing the combination in 2007. Since then, others have caught on, with the simple mixture becoming a worldwide phenomenon. Other daring whisky-makers have tried mixing maple syrup (unsurprisingly, that’s from a Canadian distillery), cinnamon, cherry and even vanilla. OLD Vigan) This is a blend of tribute to the Exotic spices, tangerines, A secret elixir of herbs, exceptional bourbon historic city of Dublin, cinnamon and honey spices and heather honey, with genuine American The Dubliner is a sweetness dominate the crafted with aged Scotch honey. This fine liqueur blend of honeycomb, flavours here, but the whiskies. Perfect as an is ideally served poured caramel and whiskey deeper you dig the more after dinner drink or over ice and enjoyed flavours, producing an you will find! The perfect mixed into a cocktail. ona quiet, sun- enticing liqueur that end to an evening. drenched deck. is truly unique. Bourbon Irish Whisk. Whi: Scotch Whis| ieee 700mL Liqueur 700niL laser sete Liqueur Yoo. 32 1 danmurphys.com.au MLOor Moe’ WSCOVERY GUIDESOMERaaay COCKTAILS Whisky cocktails have a rich history, full of creative their hey-day was during the first half of the 20th bartenders, strange names and delicious combinations. century, when they were considered classy, refined and Rather than wrecking a whisky, these carefully perfect for sipping on in any reputable establishment, selected ingredients can completely transform it. Here's a selection of favourites — you'll find lots more While cocktails first showed up in the 19th century, at danmurphys.com.au/eocktails — f= Lhe classic Gmerican, 3 eacktail-, ite good, enough jor Bon, Draper: good, enough for you. Ingredients Method Isugar cube Place the sugar in an Ingredients Method 20mL sugar syrup — Shake all ingredients 30mL Scotch whisky together in an ice-filled shaker. Strain into a 20mL dark rum yiHted Martini glass. 20mL port Garnish with a twist the whiskey and serve Dash of Angostura of orange. 4 60mL bourbon or with an orange slice Aromatic Bitters & Pa Pwhisiey and cocktail chery. ay Oe Bites ee P” yasky son Oye popper Oy 2-3 dashes of Ol Fashioned glass and = tee, wet dovm with Angostura . and soda water. Crush A splash of ae sugar and stir. Pour in E&P OLD FASHIONED > £& pont oF scomLAND A, | | | 5 z : as Ingredients Method Ingredients Method 60mL whisky — Pour all ingredients in a 30mE lemon juice Shaker with 6ice cubes 45mnL Scotch whisky Stir all ingredients 25m, sweet vermouth _ over’ice then strain and shake well our ze into a chilled cocktail 30mL sugar syrup ir40,4 cocktail glass, Dash of Angostura lacs filled with ico. Puno aaa oC Sa Aromatic Bitters c THE WORLD OF WHISKY danmurphys.com.au | 33DRINKW HLS KY fto-a debate that wageo between whinky Lovers acrooo-the world - whate-the beat way te drink your favourite drop? Experts will inoiot on their own method, av the correct way to drinke whioky, but uttunatelyitdecanit matter how ito poured, just an-tong ax youre enjoying it HABe WATER J MIXERS The purist’s choice. This ‘Some whisky drinkers add — Many whisky drinkers Although some mixers. allows you to enjay the ice, which helpsdilute advocate adding a small —_go well with whisky, its a ‘whisky’s natural flavours the whisky and makes for amount of water (even just practice usually reserved —from both the cask it easierdrinking. This isa few drops) tohelp bring _for blended whiskies. ‘vas matured in, and the especially helpful with out a whisky’s hidden This method is perfect for distllery’s techniques stronger whiskies, which nuances and flavours. those who want to become and ingredients. youre can easily overpower This is an especially good accustomed to those drinking whisky this your palate. But be idea with a cask-strength flavours without being way, be sure tolet it sit warned: adding iee lowers whisky, where the water overwhelmed Just don’t for five to ten minutes. the temperature of the will dilute the whisky be surprised when you This practice, knowns whisky, which candull its and get rd of some of the get strange looks for aeration, is often used flavours — the same way alcohol bum. mixing your fancy when drinking wine and a white wine can become bottle of single malt. can dramatically improve lavourless if you chill it the taste of your whisky. for too long. (BD) Me"? Coto danmurphys.comaubvhiskyintro to view Dan Murphy's Team Members discuss how to drink whi {ff youre going to enjoy a fine whinkey. you need, Old, Fuwhioned. Gtaro- Hine glaoware Lhe right drinking implement Te you're making a cocktail or adding cary attow you te utly appreciate the colsuro, ‘whisky to your favourite mixer, the ea i. Old Fashioned glass is an essential. aromas and flavours of your javeurite drops. Pea 7 Cocktait |, Sniffer Glare Glaso- | When you want to appreciate the aromas and While you wouldn't normally drink: flavours of whisky, try a cognac glass, or snifter. whisky neat out of this vessel, a ‘The narrow top traps the aromas inside the glass, cocktail glass is a must for traditional allowing you to fully appreciate them. recipes like the Manhattan or Rob Roy. 34 I danmurphys.com.au MLOor Moe b's WSCOVERY GUIDEa a ‘The light and breezy Lowland a |_| Highland whiskies flavours make them ideal for are ideal to pair with ceasy-eating aperitifs. For an many main courses a exceptional eross-cultural — especially smoky SoA. feast, try them with Sushi. venison. A For peaty whiskies, try matching their favour with blue cheese or smoked salmon. handy recipes at danmunphyscomaulrecipen : Ue A are an exceptional pairing with many foods hailing from the Southem U.S. ~ but they also work a treat with a shephent's pie or a porterhouse steak. Bar Station Cold Rocks THE WORLD OF WHISKY danmurphys.com.au | 35i danmurphys.com.au/thebalvenie tHe BALVENIE THe BALVENIE DouBLeWoOD INGLE BARK 12YO Doublewood —-12YO Single Barrel 15YO Single Barrel 21 YO Portwood 30YO Brae MS SY Se oO de bd 2 eg hay D) ™ 25