This is a three year old release from Kinglake Distillery bottled for Whisky Abbey 2024. It is their first ever single malt aged in ex-rye whisky barrels and bottled at 46%. 

Tasting notes:

Malt and rye spice blend seamlessly with a bright and fruity nose with prime notes of apple and fresh rye bread.

An oily and mouthcoating palate which doesn't overshadow the bright fruits tied with a good backbone of robust malt and oaky rye. 

Finishes long with well integrated alchohol. 

Whisky Abbey:

Whisky Abbey sets itself apart from other whisky shows in Australia by creating an experience similar to a farmers’ market, where attendees can meet the producers, buy directly from them, and take bottles home.

Attendees can purchase 15ml nips of whiskies for a very affordable price and even taste some rare whisky releases that are long gone from shop shelves and distillery doors. Top Australian bars also exhibit, showcasing special bottles that can be a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to try. 

For 2024 the theme was "Nouveau Beginnings", with all whiskies bottled for the festival aiming to push boundaries with styles each distillery has not created before.