{"product_id":"pokeno-discovery-aotearoa-new-zealand-single-malt-whisky-700ml","title":"Pōkeno Discovery Aotearoa New Zealand Single Malt Whisky 700ml","description":"\u003cp\u003ePōkeno Discovery is a New Zealand single malt whisky that celebrates its unique place in the world, bottled at 86 proof (43% ABV).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePōkeno carefully selects and blends parcels of stock that have been fully matured in first-fill bourbon, Oloroso and Pedro Ximénez casks, then lays them back down in a cask to allow them to marry together perfectly. The combination of American oak and two styles of sherry cask gives the whisky both bright fruit and rich, dark depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is a rich and complex whisky, with beautiful notes of dark chocolate, Black Forest gâteau, ripe cherries and sweet citrus, giving way to a rich, smooth and incredibly long finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAotearoa is the Māori name for New Zealand, and this single malt is a fine way to discover its growing whisky scene.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePresented in its box, it makes a distinctive gift for adventurous malt lovers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFirst-fill casks are being used for whisky for the first time after holding bourbon or sherry, so they give the strongest flavour; Oloroso brings nutty dried fruit, and Pedro Ximénez adds rich, raisined sweetness.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMarrying the parcels back in cask lets the different flavours knit together before bottling, so the whisky tastes seamless rather than like separate parts.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNew Zealand has a young but growing whisky scene, and single malts from the country are drawing increasing attention.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAt 43%, it is easy to sip neat, and a drop of water brings out the citrus.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCharacter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich and complex.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dark chocolate, Black Forest gâteau, ripe cherries and sweet citrus.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich, smooth and incredibly long.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pōkeno Whisky Company\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Single Malt Whisky\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCask \/ Finish:\u003c\/strong\u003e First-fill bourbon, Oloroso and PX casks, then married\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProof \/ ABV:\u003c\/strong\u003e 86 proof (43% ABV)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pōkeno, New Zealand\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 700ml, with box\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 dark chocolate, cherry desserts or a cheese board.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat casks are used?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFirst-fill bourbon, Oloroso sherry and Pedro Ximénez casks.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere is it made?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn Pōkeno, New Zealand.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does it taste like?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDark chocolate, Black Forest gâteau, cherries and citrus.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExplore more in our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/all-whiskey\"\u003eWhiskey collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pōkeno Whisky Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68023501291829,"sku":"VWS200426340","price":57.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0993\/7367\/8901\/files\/noir-gold-main-16895.webp?v=1793657477","url":"https:\/\/hiddencasks.com\/products\/pokeno-discovery-aotearoa-new-zealand-single-malt-whisky-700ml","provider":"Hidden Casks","version":"1.0","type":"link"}