Nose
Blackberry jam, cocoa powder, orange zest, and warm oak.
Whiskey 2 of 7
Millstone, Banyuls Cask 7 Years
Dutch single malt finished in Banyuls dessert wine casks, adding juicy red-fruit depth.
Small Story
We first poured this after a guest asked for something unusual that still felt indulgent. The Banyuls finish delivered exactly that: rich fruit character without losing the grain backbone. It has since become our favorite "bridge" dram between lighter and heavier pours. In blind flights, it is often guessed as older than 7 years because of its layered, dessert- like richness.
Tasting Notes Overview
Expect jammy red fruit and cocoa from the wine cask finish, balanced by warm spice and a dry malt structure that keeps the sweetness in check.
Bottle Specifics
Producer: Zuidam Distillers (Millstone)
Origin: The Netherlands
Style: Dutch single malt whisky
Age and cask: 7 years, Banyuls cask maturation/finish
Palate
Stewed red berries, caramel, nutmeg, and dark malt biscuit.
Finish
Medium-long with berry compote, clove spice, and dry cacao.
Tastery Pairing
Best with duck rillette, fig bread, and bittersweet chocolate.
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