VANCOUVER ISLAND, BC, June 25,
2024 /CNW/ - Macaloney's Island Distillery launched
the world's first sugar kelp infused peat-smoked whisky. Crafted in
limited quantities, this groundbreaking whisky merges
Vancouver Island's terroir with the merroir of sustainable seaweed
cultivation.
The foundation of this extraordinary spirit lies in its newmake
spirit, already celebrated globally for claiming the coveted title
of 'World's Best' at the prestigious World Whisky Awards in
London. This accolade underscores
Macaloney's Island Distillery's commitment to unparalleled quality
and craftsmanship. Marking the expansion of Macaloney's 'The Peat
Project', this historic release invites whisky enthusiasts to
explore this innovative expression alongside existing Peat Project
whiskies.
Available exclusively from the distillery at $109.99 per bottle, this limited-edition whisky
can be purchased online here.
The infusion of sugar kelp, sustainably farmed off the
British Columbia coast by Cascadia
Seaweed in partnership with coastal First Nations, adds fresh
maritime aromas and sweet smoke. Cascadia Seaweed's dedication to
sustainable cultivation enhances local ocean ecosystems, utilizing
only sea and sunlight to nurture their crops.
Dr. Graeme Macaloney, drawing on
traditional peat-smoking techniques learned in his ancestral Islay,
Scotland, sourced the peat from
Washington State, reflecting a
unique Canada-USA collaboration.
Matured in Dr. Jim Swan's
Portuguese red wine Shave-Toast-Rechar barriques, the whisky
unfolds with layers of red berry, caramel-toffee sweetness, and
deep oak notes, complementing its creamy mouth-feel, juicy malted
barley, and tropical fruit profile. The infusion of peat and sugar
kelp introduces bonfire smoke, heather, and maritime notes,
finishing with a hint of salt.
This whisky embodies both the terroir of Macaloney's Island
whisky and the Pacific Northwest's merroir of Cascadia Seaweed.
Terroir, encompassing soil, topography, and climate, imparts a
distinct taste and flavour, while merroir, rooted in seaweed's
local conditions, enriches the spirit's unique character.
About Macaloney's Island Distillery:
Graeme Macaloney, an expat Scot
and Master Whiskymaker, founded Macaloney's Island Distillery to
create the finest single malt whisky in North America and beyond. With three 'World's
Best' and eight 'Canadian Best' gold medals, the focus on quality
brings together high-quality ingredients, world-class facilities,
and expert knowledge to produce a range of exceptional gold medal
whiskies, offering more than a dozen drams for lovers of single
malt, triple-distilled potstill (Irish-style), and peated single
malt styles. For more information, visit
www.macaloneydistillers.com
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