The House of Hazelwood 25yo American Oak Casks is a premium blended whisky crafted by the esteemed William Grant & Sons distillery. Introduced in 2015, this exceptional whisky pays homage to the late Janet Sheed Roberts and her cherished Hazelwood House, situated near the Glenfiddich Distillery. The bottle's design, inspired by the vibrant and rapidly evolving city of Shanghai in the 1920s, captures the essence of the era with its striking Art Deco aesthetics. The whisky's rich color—a blend of turquoise, gold, and amber—attests to its high-end Ultra-Premium classification. The core of this whisky's flavor profile is derived from Girvan distillates, enriched with select drops from the Grant family's private collection. It presents a tantalizing array of notes: caramelized sugar, vanilla, and distinct Bourbon-cask influences, harmonized with nuances of dry oak, citrus, freshly cut grass, and delicate spices. At the pinnacle of the House of Hazelwood range, the 25-Year-Old expression embodies the expertise of Master Blender Brian Kinsman, who meticulously combines the finest single malts and ages them in American oak casks. This careful aging process allows the complex and diverse flavors to meld and soften, resulting in a truly unique, rare, and extraordinary whisky. Presented in a bottle and box that evoke the artistic elegance of the 1920s Art Deco movement, this whisky is a testament to the skill and craftsmanship of its creators.
Its distinctiveness lies in the combination of rare distillates from Kininvie and Girvan, the influence of American oak casks, and the special drops from the Grant family's private collection, all carefully crafted by Master Blender Brian Kinsman.
The primary flavors include caramelized sugar, vanilla, Bourbon-cask influences, with hints of dry oak, citrus, freshly cut grass, and subtle spices.
It comes in an eye-catching bottle and box that reflect 1920s Art Deco design, inspired by the vibrant city of Shanghai during its period of rapid growth.
Overall: This whisky offers a refined and complex profile, blending creamy and sweet flavors with subtle spiciness. The well-balanced aroma and taste linger pleasantly, making it a delightful experience for whisky enthusiasts.
The House of Hazelwood 25yo American Oak Casks is a stunning example of premium whisky craftsmanship. The intricate blend of flavors, drawn from rare distillates and aged in American oak, offers a luxurious and memorable tasting experience. Despite its slightly lower ABV of 40%, it delivers exceptional depth and complexity. This is a must-try for any serious whisky connoisseur.
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