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19th March 2024 |
Bladnoch
unveil Chapter 1 of Loch Maberry Stories
of Bladnoch, a new limited edition
series. Chapter 1 is single cask no. 89,
a first fill Californian red wine
hogshead which was distilled in 2008.
 Bladnoch, the southernmost distillery in
Scotland, has unveiled Chapter 1 of Loch
Maberry: Stories of Bladnoch, the
inaugural release in a new limited
series honouring and curated by
individuals deeply connected to its
whiskies.
Loch Maberry, the origin of the River
Bladnoch supplying the water that has
nourished Bladnoch Distillery since its
establishment in 1817, lends its name to
this series as a tribute to those who
cherish Bladnoch’s distinctive Galloway
character and contribute to the
distillery's legacy.
Chapter 1 of this series pays homage to
Mr. Arnold, an enduring admirer of
Bladnoch whose fervour and dedication
epitomise the commitment of the
distillery's skilled artisans. This
release also marks the initiation of the
selection process for Chapter 2, which
will take place on Bladnoch's website.
Mr. Arnold's affinity with Bladnoch
blossomed during his time owning a
residence in Garlieston, near the
distillery, in Wigtown, Dumfries, and
Galloway. Intrigued by single malt
Scotch, he ventured to the distillery
for the first time. Impressed by
Bladnoch's meticulously crafted whiskies
and the traditional craftsmanship behind
them, he soon became a regular visitor,
deeply admiring the distillery's staff.
In acknowledgment of his years of
dedication, Dr. Nick Savage, Bladnoch's
Master Distiller, invited Mr. Arnold to
be the inaugural member of the extended
Bladnoch family to select a cask for
bottling. Under Nick's guidance, Mr.
Arnold meticulously nosed and tasted
various samples before choosing Cask 89.
Distilled in 2008 and matured in a first
fill Californian red wine hogshead,
Chapter 1 of Loch Maberry: Stories of
Bladnoch is said to reveal delightful notes of
fruity blackcurrant jam, ginger, and
herbs, culminating in a sweet and
warming finish.
Mr Arnold said: "It is an honour to be
the story of Chapter 1. Spending time
with Dr Nick Savage, the Master
Distiller, and learning about the
process of cask selection was
remarkable. His focus is on taste first,
and I admire that.
"The sweet and warming flavours of the
whisky we chose tell the story of my
Bladnoch journey, and how welcome I have
always felt at the distillery. Its
richness reflects how my Bladnoch
experiences have enhanced my life."
Dr Nick Savage added: "Helping Mr Arnold
to explore our casks and find the right
one to capture his Bladnoch adventure,
was incredibly rewarding and an
experience I will never forget.
"As we blind-tasted and compared
samples, it was a joy to see whisky
making through his eyes and interpret
what Bladnoch means to him. I look
forward to selecting our next supporter
for Chapter 2 of this unique series."
Bottled at a very flavoursome and robust
cask strength of 56.7% ABV, Chapter 1 of
Loch Maberry: Stories of Bladnoch boasts
a natural bronze oak hue and remains
unaltered by chill filtration. It comes
elegantly presented in a specially
crafted box that includes personal
letters from both Mr. Arnold and Dr.
Nick Savage, detailing their
collaborative journey in creating this
whisky.
Priced at an RRSP of £150, Chapter 1 of
Loch Maberry: Stories of Bladnoch can be
purchased exclusively from Bladnoch.com
for customers in the UK.
Following its debut, the distillery
welcomes individuals interested in being
considered for the selection of Chapter
2 to share their own Bladnoch stories.
Those keen on participating can find
comprehensive information on the
Bladnoch website at Bladnoch.com.
You will also find the current Bladnoch
whisky range available from
specialist online whisky shops such as
The Whisky Exchange
and
Master of Malt
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Loch Maberry Stories Of Bladnoch Chapter1 Review
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Bottled at 56.7% ABV.
Producer's
Tasting Notes:
Nose: Dark
blackcurrant jam with fir cones, orange
peel zest and dark chocolate.
Taste: Strawberries
and cream with ginger covered dark
chocolates.
Finish: Sweet
and sticky, calm warming caramel.
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