Eiktyrne Quadruple Batch V

Eiktyrne Quadruple Batch V, NAS, 49.4%

This is the latest release from Norwegian distillery Det Norske Brenneri (which literally translates to “The Norwegian Distillery”). Matured in four different types of casks - hence the name. Limited to 956 bottles.

This is the first expression in the Quadruple Series to feature ex-Madeira casks. Here’s the breakdown of cask types used for each batch:

• Batch I: virgin Am. oak, ex-Oloroso, ex-Brandy, ex-Montilla-Moriles Pedro Ximènez sherry (see review)

• Batch II: virgin Am. oak, ex-Oloroso, ex-Brandy, ex-Jerez de la Frontera Pedro Ximènez sherry (see review)

• Batch III: ex-Oloroso sherry, ex-Moscatel ex-Rivesaltes, ex-Pedro Ximènez sherry (see review)

• Batch IV: ex-Oloroso sherry, ex-Moscatel, ex-Sauternes, ex-Pedro Ximènez sherry (see review)

• Batch V: ex-Oloroso sherry, ex-Madeira, ex-Sauternes, ex-Pedro Ximènez sherry

The Eiktyrne Quadruple Batch V is available to buy in Norway at NOK 800 (19927802).

Nose: Autumnal and inviting, much like the previous batch. Forest floor, fallen leaves, dried fruits and warm floral honey create a brooding richness. Nuts and toasted oak emerge with time, alongside earthy cinnamon and ground cacao nibs.

Taste: Full bodied with a borderline dry mouthfeel initially. Caramel, wine-like notes and mild spice unfold into an earthy, almost chewy texture. Dark chocolate deepens the profile.

Finish: Medium long. Playful and rich with a creamy mouthfeel. White pepper and coffee beans mingle with ripe orchard fruits and red berries.

Comment: Earthy depth wrapped in autumn warmth. 

Score 88/100

This is Nordic whisky review #492 here on Whisky Saga. See them all here.

Sláinte!
-Thomas