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Crimson Casks

Crimson Casks

Blended Malt Scotch Whisky

46% ABV, Natural Colour, Not Chill-Filtered

The pinnacle of our collection, Crimson Casks delivers on the rich promise of sherry and red wine casks with intense chocolate, plum jam and redcurrant character.
Powerful, rich whiskies matured in American Oak sherry butts, precisely seasoned for a very particular wood interaction that creates a spiciness and generous intensity from the oloroso influence.
Chocolate fudge cake undercut with clove and cardamom, with hints of plum jam and redcurrant jelly, then rich cherry, toffee and oak, finished with raisin, honey and brown sugar.
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Majestic, rich and balanced intensity.

TRANSFORMATIVE SHERRY CASKS

The crown of oak speaks volumes. Its message can be read like the rings of a tree. For this is our majestic king, and his influence over our realm of flavour is unmistakable.​

A regal sage, he is our timeless connection to the ancient forest and the power of nature. And in his hands, this power does not corrupt. It transforms. When he emerges from the woodland, he brings to our blending table the magic of metamorphosis.​

His touch is there in the way he imparts a warm, generous nuttiness into every fibre of our crimson casks. And the result? A domino effect of spicy, sherried richness. Liquid into wood, into liquid again, intensifying at every moment. It feels near miraculous.​

Yet there is method in this magic. Our mysterious visitor is no wizard of the woods, no trickster dancing with abandon between the branches. We understand each other deeply, and the profound​ knowledge of flavour he has gathered through time immeasurable is his greatest gift.​

And by sharing this gift with us, he is strengthening the roots that have always entwined the human spirit with the forest.​

Heavy may be the head that wears the crown, but he carries it like the most kindly of kings. He is magisterial. Powerful. Yet balanced by a benevolent generosity that says 'what's mine is yours - enjoy...’​

So, will you do him the honour?

Recipe and Facts

Flavour profile

Chocolate fudge cake undercut with clove and cardamom, with hints of plum jam and redcurrant jelly, then rich cherry, toffee and oak, finished with raisin, honey and brown sugar.

Recommendations

Focused on power, abundance and intensity, Crimson Casks rewards curiosity with layers of richness, brightness and spiciness. Drizzle over ice cream to reveal flavours of fig and cinnamon.

Technical details

Bottled at 46% ABV.
Natural colour.
Not chill-filtered.
Blended Malt Scotch Whisky.
First Released: 2024

Lead whiskymaker

James Saxon

James Saxon

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A PERFECT SERVE

Crimson Casks is the perfect way to end an evening. Sip it  neat and discover the wonderfully indulgent notes of chocolate fudge cake, fruit and spice. 

For a twist on a dessert, Crimson Casks creates a deliciously indulgent ‘affogato’ minus the coffee. Pop a generous scoop of vanilla-bean dotted ice cream into a small bowl or glass, pour over Crimson Casks and enjoy as the flavours combine.

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WHISKY + CHARCUTERIE

For Crimson Casks we look to another classic pairing: whisky and charcuterie. 

The spiciness of Crimson Casks perfectly cuts the buttery richness of charcuterie. The sherried notes dance across the smorgasbord of textures and flavours available from cured meats. Choose a firm, nutty saucisson to elevate the chocolate notes of the whisky, or some rich bresaola to draw out extra plumminess. Served alongside a little sourdough with its fermented complexity and some salted butter, it's a real feast.