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At the core of this Darkness expression is an 8 year old single malt Scotch whisky which has been matured in ex-bourbon barrels. Following that, the whisky is moved over to custom-made Oloroso sherry octave casks for at least three months. It's also non-chill filtered, and bottled without any additional colouring.
Small casks make for a vastly increased surface area to volume ratio compared to the much larger sherry butts, leading to more cask influence and more of those intense sherried notes we've all come to know and love.
Darkness 8 Year Old is a continuous release from the range that was previously built around very limited edition bottlings, though the name of the game hasn't changed - big ol' helpings of sherried deliciousness await you!
You can enjoy this beauty neat or in a variety of serves. Here's the brand's recipe for a killer Old Fashioned recipe:
Darkness Old Fashioned
60ml Darkness 8 Year Old
10ml Sugar Syrup
2 dashes angostura bitters
Orange zest
Add all the ingredients to an ice-filled mixing glass and stir well. Then strain into a tumbler over ice and twist an orange peel over the glass for your garnish.
Nose: Candied orange peels, chocolate peanuts, cooking spice warmth and some dried cherry.
Palate: Amaretti biscuits, subtly toasty hints, powerful raisin and prune, just a touch of earthy oak lingers.
Finish: Slightly oily with a hint of smoke, though chocolatey hints persist.
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Warm, rich, fruity, woody. Think cold, snowy winter's day in front of log fire. Spicy but doesn't burn. Love it!!
30th January 2021
Very light nose, almost imperceptible orange peel and peanuts. Sherry, wine and raisins strongly feature in a powerful and intense yet balanced taste. The drink lingers in a finish that's difficult to describe, notes of spice and smoke. A strong yet pleasant and interesting pour. A must for sherry cask lovers, recommended and worth the price point.
27th December 2020
So happy this is back in stock! Snapped up a bottle for my whisky loving husband. We both love it. So much juicy sherry goodness.
17th December 2020
Smooth and no after burn , love this whisky .
1st November 2020
This one just keeps getting better for me. Subtle sherry notes and smooth finish. Will be buying another
26th September 2020
Wonderful. Smooth. Seductive. Light but full.
21st September 2020
Excellent value whisky, with an age statement at a very sensible price. Deep and rich flavour -Highly recommend!
25th June 2020
A fair share of sherry casks finishes had lately and really growing into that. The at least 3 months in octave casks have left a fine mark on this one. No sherry bomb to me but a cosy, well sherried comfort dram that anxiously invites to pour another. Which I gladly will …
29th December 2019
Real sherry bomb!!
1st November 2019
Really good - load of sherry character and great value at £50.
22nd August 2019
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