Henstone
ex-Bourbon Cask Matured
- 43.8
- 70cl
- Taste: 3
- English
Henstone was first conceived in 2016 by four friends and their mutual yearning to create sensational 'top-shelf' spirits. Established in Oswestry, Shropshire, Henstone is the brainchild of Chris and Alexandra Toller, and Shane and Alison Parr. Currently located at the Stonehouse Brewery site, the company's aim is to create the best quality products for people who enjoy sophisticated, classic spirits, but with that small batch twist. The name Henstone originates...
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Henstone was first conceived in 2016 by four friends and their mutual yearning to create sensational 'top-shelf' spirits. Established in Oswestry, Shropshire, Henstone is the brainchild of Chris and Alexandra Toller, and Shane and Alison Parr. Currently located at the Stonehouse Brewery site, the company's aim is to create the best quality products for people who enjoy sophisticated, classic spirits, but with that small batch twist.
The name Henstone originates from the family homes of the original co-founders. Chris and Alex live in an ex-public house called “The Hen and Chickens”, whilst Shane and Alison live in “Stone House”. Alongside whisky, they also produce gin, rum and vodka, alongside a corn liquor.
Henstone Distillery’s production takes place in a 1,000-litre copper pot still, named Hilda, sourced from Kothe in Germany. The distillery also has a strong emphasis on sustainability, using locally sourced grains and botanicals where possible and supporting the local agricultural community.
This bottling of Henstone is an ex-bourbon cask aged whisky. The casks used include a mix of Jack Daniels, Heaven Hill and Jim Beam. A beautifully smooth single malt, the whisky is mashed, distilled, aged and bottled by the team at Henstone Distillery.
This whisky was first launched in January 2021. Henstone produce each release as a single cask, limiting it to around 300 - 350 bottles, and refrain from adding colour or chill filtering any of them.
Official Tasting Notes
Nose - On the nose, there are notes of sweet apricot and chocolate coated nuts. Along with candied orange peel, cinnamon, and banana.
Palate - More oily nuts with chocolate praline on the palate, followed by dried fruit and banana, with a cinnamon spice.
Finish - Finally, there is a soft and sweet finish.
The name Henstone originates from the family homes of the original co-founders. Chris and Alex live in an ex-public house called “The Hen and Chickens”, whilst Shane and Alison live in “Stone House”. Alongside whisky, they also produce gin, rum and vodka, alongside a corn liquor.
Henstone Distillery’s production takes place in a 1,000-litre copper pot still, named Hilda, sourced from Kothe in Germany. The distillery also has a strong emphasis on sustainability, using locally sourced grains and botanicals where possible and supporting the local agricultural community.
This bottling of Henstone is an ex-bourbon cask aged whisky. The casks used include a mix of Jack Daniels, Heaven Hill and Jim Beam. A beautifully smooth single malt, the whisky is mashed, distilled, aged and bottled by the team at Henstone Distillery.
This whisky was first launched in January 2021. Henstone produce each release as a single cask, limiting it to around 300 - 350 bottles, and refrain from adding colour or chill filtering any of them.
Official Tasting Notes
Nose - On the nose, there are notes of sweet apricot and chocolate coated nuts. Along with candied orange peel, cinnamon, and banana.
Palate - More oily nuts with chocolate praline on the palate, followed by dried fruit and banana, with a cinnamon spice.
Finish - Finally, there is a soft and sweet finish.
Tasting Rating Guide
1: Light, good for beginners - an aperitif on a summers day, i.e. Glengoyne, Auchentoshan
2: Also good for beginners but with more depth and body - a little stronger than 1, ie. Glenmorangie, Speyburn
3: A dram for everyone, a little more complex so the palate requires a little more experience, i.e. Cragganmore, Macallan
4: A stronger spirit, a big whisky with lots of character and body, excellent after dinner, i.e. Lagavulin, Laphroaig