Launched in 2012 by Allison Parc, collaborating with a French distiller in Cognac, Brenne French Single Malt Whisky is something quite special indeed. It's made with malted barley grown in Cognac, double distilled, then initially matured in Limousin oak casks before enjoying a finishing period in Cognac casks. Each bottle is drawn from a single cask and is bottled at 40% ABV. Rather cool stuff indeed.
Vanilla flowers arrive on the nose first, paired with pear drops and dried mango.
Brandied cherry and red rope liquorice. More vanilla, a hint of cinnamon spiciness and Nutella.
Chocolate raisins, pineapple and coconut ice.
A French single malt. Surely not ! However, look at it's pedigree. Neat or with just a few drops of water to release the flavours. It is mild and soft. Distinct chocolate aroma and taste mixed in with honey.. Very drinkable indeed. Would love to try it at cask strength.
Delicious! people have a hard time accepting non scotch whisky for what it is,-just not a scotch
What is this? Is it even whisky? Tastes like a banana milkshake. Glad it was just a dram from pour and sip, not a £60 bottle.
This is the coolest whiskey I think I’ve ever tried. It’s a single malt cognac cross with a delightful flowery nose and lovely finish. No doubting it’s a malt but you’d be forgiven for slipping in an oo la la when you first taste it. I’m on my third bottle now.
Doesn't pack the punch of a Scotch but very enjoyable, almost sweet. A firm favourite and worth a try as a dessert drink.
