{"product_id":"mccarthys-oregon-single-malt-whiskey-750ml","title":"McCarthy's Oregon Single Malt Whiskey 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003eMcCarthy's Oregon Single Malt is a peated single malt whiskey from Clear Creek Distillery, distilled from 100% peat-malted barley from Scotland, aged in Oregon oak and bottled at 85 proof (42.5% ABV).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMore than 25 years ago, founder Steve McCarthy returned from a trip to Ireland determined to make his own single malt. He wanted an American whiskey in the style of Islay Scotch with a local spin, so he sourced peated malted barley from Scotland, distilled it in Oregon and aged it in Oregon oak. In doing so he helped ignite the American single malt movement; McCarthy's is widely considered one of the very first American single malts.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe fermented mash is distilled in a Holstein pot still in a single pass, then aged in barrels made from three-year air-dried Oregon oak, also known as Garryana. Clear Creek, founded in Portland and now in Hood River in the heart of Oregon fruit country, is one of the oldest craft distilleries in the country and is also celebrated for its brandies.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe nose and taste are robust and smoky, complemented by hints of dried fruit and plum, with a warm finish of honey and delicate peat.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAn Oregon original, it makes a great gift for peat lovers curious about American malt.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAmerican whiskey covers a wide range of styles, from bourbon and rye to single malts and light whiskeys, and independent blenders and small producers have made it one of the most exciting categories in spirits.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Robust and smoky.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Smoke with dried fruit and plum.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Warm honey and delicate peat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clear Creek Distillery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Single Malt Whiskey, peated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrain:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100% peat-malted Scottish barley\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCask \/ Finish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Air-dried Oregon (Garryana) oak barrels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProof \/ ABV:\u003c\/strong\u003e 85 proof (42.5% ABV)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hood River, Oregon, United States\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 750ml\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to Enjoy It\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSip it neat or with a drop of water. It pairs with smoked salmon, grilled lamb or a sharp cheese.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat barley is used?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e100% peat-malted barley from Scotland.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat wood is it aged in?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAir-dried Oregon oak, also called Garryana.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho created it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSteve McCarthy, founder of Clear Creek Distillery.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExplore more in our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/american-whiskey\"\u003eAmerican Whiskey collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Clear Creek Distillery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68023500603701,"sku":"VWS200428361","price":58.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0993\/7367\/8901\/files\/noir-gold-main-14603.webp?v=1793657461","url":"https:\/\/hiddencasks.com\/products\/mccarthys-oregon-single-malt-whiskey-750ml","provider":"Hidden Casks","version":"1.0","type":"link"}