*AX3 – RABBIT XO (B) GOLD – 1000ML

With an extensive history in producing some of the most renowned alcohol brands, Diageo once again traverses the boundaries of what’s possible in scotch whiskey to bring together the finest single malt scotch whiskies for this year’s Special Releases titled “Legends Untold”.

For this limited-edition range, the brand has enlisted illustrator Ken Taylor to pen the graphic-led designs on each bottle. Inspired by the mythological stories from each of their local Scottish distilleries, the flavor, cask choice, bottles and packaging capture the essence of their heritage. With every bottle bearing a unique QR code, scotch whiskey lovers are transported to another dimension through augmented reality, providing a multi-sensory immersive experience guiding you through each of the legendary tales.

In this limited edition set includes:

1X 700ML – Cardhu 14 Years Special Release (The Scarlet Blossoms Of Black Rock)

1X 700ML – Lagavulin 12 Years Special Release (The Lion’s Fire)

1X 700ML – Lagavulin 26 Years Special Release (The Lion’s Jewel)

1X 700ML – Mortlach 13 Years Special Release (The Moonlit Beast)

1X 700ML – Oban 12 Years Special Release (The Tale Of Twin Foxes)

1X 700ML – Royal Lochnagar 16 Years Special Release (The Spring Stallion)

1X 700ML – Talisker 8 Years Special Release (The Rouge Seafury)

1X 700ML – Singleton Glendullan 19 Years Special Release (The Siren’s Song)

This set includes:
1 x 700ML Caorunn Gin
1 x 50ML Caorunn Gin

A small-batch Scottish gin from the Balmenach distillery in Speyside. Caorunn (pronounced ka-room), made with a combination of traditional and handpicked botanicals including rowan berry, heather, Coul blush apple and dandelion.

Tasting Notes:
Nose: Floral at first, with notes of heather and citrus blossom. Juniper takes shape as it develops.
Palate: Orange oil, rosemary and subtle sweetness of heather honey.
Finish: Drying juniper and leafy herbs. A pinch of peppery rye lingers.

Since the beginning, Penfolds has been looking to the stars. Dreaming of what could be beyond. The new limited edition rocket tin celebrates this pioneering spirit of going beyond, rather than accepting the status quo.

Tasting Notes:
Colour: Darkened deep red.
Nose: Unabashed (Baby Grange) complexities. Ample self-standing fruits already beginning to yield to other vinous intents. Cola, grated chocolate and cappuccino dust bind with juniper and spices. A flash of brown sugar and liquorice, brandy impressions replaced by blood orange-rind. Oak somewhat partially hidden, yet faint scents of cedar and graphite lobby for further bottle maturation.
Palate: Instantly fresh and fleshy. Some overt single-varietal cabernet and shiraz fruits still sit separate. Expected liquorice, stewed plum and blackcurrant, with dark chocolate and mocha in the background. Savoury and salivating – mouth-watering, succulent acidity. Impressive length with concentration, and a mandatory Bin 389 ‘sweet’ core; oak completely absorbed. Polished and refined.

Country: Australia | Region: South Australia