{"title":"Deanston","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Whisky Hub brings you the full range of Deanston - shop online with fast, reliable delivery across Australia.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"deanston-18-year-old-single-malt-scotch-whisky-700ml","title":"Deanston 18 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky 700mL","description":"\u003cp\u003eDeanston Distillery sits on the shores of the River Teith near Stirling, Scotland, in the southern part of the Highlands. It s one of those lesser-known Scottish distilleries that still retains an aura of mystery, although after tasting the Deanston 18-Year-Old Cognac Cask Finished Single Malt, you will be looking forward to getting to know it better.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDeanston is a relatively new Scottish distillery, but that doesn t mean it s lacking in history. Before it began producing whisky in 1966, Deanston was already nearing its 200th anniversary as a textile factory. The Deanston Textile Mill was a significant one, technologically advanced when it was constructed and commercially successful through much of its life. At one point, it was powered by the second-largest waterwheel in the world, a 36-foot diameter affair nicknamed Hercules. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eYet by the middle of the 20th century, the textile industry in Scotland was on the decline. So the facility was converted to produce another local product that demands a good, reliable water source: whisky.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDeanston Distillery is known for a relatively light, fruity whisky with farmy characteristics think hay, honey, grain, and a slightly animalistic organic quality. It uses only Scottish-grown malt, and distills its spirit on four large pot stills equipped with boil balls (those round onion-shaped chambers between still body and neck) and upward-sloping lyne arms for higher rectification. None of the Deanston single malts are chill filtered.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eGood spirits and fine textiles aren t the only gifts the River Tieth has given to Deanston. It s also the only distillery in Scotland that makes claim to being totally self-sufficient in terms of energy, thanks to the onsite hydroelectric plant that powers distillery operations.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThere aren t many official Deanston bottlings out and about, although it seems like that may be changing. Deanston is owned by Burn Stewart, the same group that owns Bunnahabhain and Tobermorey. For years, most of its product ended up in blends, namely Scottish Leader. However, Distill Group bought Burn Stewart in 2013, and since then, there s been an increased emphasis on official single malt bottlings which, judging by the flavor of this release, is a very good thing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis particular bottling, Deanston 18-Year-Old Cognac Cask Finished Single Malt, was finished for six years in cognac barrels. It s a limited edition, and while it s still available from some online retailers, the distillery seems to have replaced it with a more recently released 18-year-old expression aged entirely in bourbon casks.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Deanston","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43051756847167,"sku":"5029704218073","price":288.88,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0656\/5786\/4255\/files\/deanston-18-YO-new.jpg?v=1774762893"},{"product_id":"deanston-40-year-old-single-malt-scotch-whisky-700ml","title":"Deanston 40 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky 700mL","description":"\u003cp\u003eDeanston Distillery sits on the shores of the River Teith near Stirling, Scotland, in the southern part of the Highlands. It s one of those lesser-known Scottish distilleries that still retains an aura of mystery, although after tasting the Deanston 18-Year-Old Cognac Cask Finished Single Malt, you will be looking forward to getting to know it better.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDeanston is a relatively new Scottish distillery, but that doesn t mean it s lacking in history. Before it began producing whisky in 1966, Deanston was already nearing its 200th anniversary as a textile factory. The Deanston Textile Mill was a significant one, technologically advanced when it was constructed and commercially successful through much of its life. At one point, it was powered by the second-largest waterwheel in the world, a 36-foot diameter affair nicknamed Hercules. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eYet by the middle of the 20th century, the textile industry in Scotland was on the decline. So the facility was converted to produce another local product that demands a good, reliable water source: whisky.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 40 year old is made up of spirit from whisky refill casks and oloroso butts. The spirit was filled to the refills in 2007, and the Oloroso casks in 2006.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOnly 480 bottles worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDeanston Distillery lies on the banks of the River Teith, in a village community originally built around a cotton mill.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is immersed in stories that will transport you to a place rich in history; as times changed the former cotton mill found a new life as the home for an artisanal single malt whisky.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTrue to this heritage the whisky follows a distilling process as old as the community itself. Crafted by hand, there s no modern technology at Deanston.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe best Scottish ingredients are sourced to help create this unique single malt: the barley is grown in the local fields. Traditions of the old connect with the new ensuring Deanston provides a genuine alternative for inquisitive drinkers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAn accessible dram rooted in wonderfully genuine community values\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNose : Deanston's distinctive notes of rich honey balanced with tropical fruit, rich oak, sweet malt, vanilla fudge, and a very delicate hint of dried fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePalate : Mouth filling sweetness, notes of rich heather honey, pear, apples, ripe fruit, sweet malt, and creamy vanilla fudge, with hints of citrus and rich oak\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFinish : Long lingering sweet honey and fruit finale.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Deanston","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43051762647103,"sku":"5029704218608","price":3888.88,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0656\/5786\/4255\/files\/dean-40-a.jpg?v=1774762979"},{"product_id":"deanston-12-year-old-single-malt-scotch-whisky-700ml","title":"Deanston 12 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky 700mL","description":"\u003cp\u003eDeanston Distillery sits on the shores of the River Teith near Stirling, Scotland, in the southern part of the Highlands. 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So the facility was converted to produce another local product that demands a good, reliable water source: whisky.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDeanston Distillery is known for a relatively light, fruity whisky with farmy characteristics think hay, honey, grain, and a slightly animalistic organic quality. It uses only Scottish-grown malt, and distills its spirit on four large pot stills equipped with boil balls (those round onion-shaped chambers between still body and neck) and upward-sloping lyne arms for higher rectification. None of the Deanston single malts are chill filtered.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eGood spirits and fine textiles aren t the only gifts the River Tieth has given to Deanston. It s also the only distillery in Scotland that makes claim to being totally self-sufficient in terms of energy, thanks to the onsite hydroelectric plant that powers distillery operations.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThere aren t many official Deanston bottlings out and about, although it seems like that may be changing. Deanston is owned by Burn Stewart, the same group that owns Bunnahabhain and Tobermorey. For years, most of its product ended up in blends, namely Scottish Leader. However, Distill Group bought Burn Stewart in 2013, and since then, there s been an increased emphasis on official single malt bottlings which, judging by the flavor of this release, is a very good thing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNose: Fresh hays of summer, malty cereal, rich creamy toffee and honeyed heather balanced with sweet oak and barley sugar.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTaste: Smooth creamy sweetness with sumptuous hints of fruit, malty honeyed spiciness and soft vanilla\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFinish: Crisp and satisfying with a tingle of cloves which linger, then gently fade.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Deanston","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43051790368831,"sku":"5029704217175","price":128.88,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0656\/5786\/4255\/files\/Deanston-12-Year-Old-Single-Malt-Scotch-Whisky.jpg?v=1774763295"}],"url":"https:\/\/thewhiskyhub.com.au\/collections\/deanston.oembed","provider":"The Whisky Hub","version":"1.0","type":"link"}