Sullivans Cove 17-Year-Old Cask Strength Tasmanian Whisky
The Pinnacle of Australian Whisky: Rare French Oak ex-Tawny Cask Strength Release
Tasmanian distillery Sullivans Cove recently announced the release of its 17 Year Old French Oak ex-Tawny Single Cask (TD0297). Distilled in 2008 and matured for over 17 years, this whisky was bottled at 61.3% ABV Cask Strength. Limited to only 343 bottles worldwide, this release marks the distillery's first high-age statement cask strength offering, cementing its position at the forefront of the premium whisky market.
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Pure Expression: An Undiluted Sensory Experience
Distillery Manager Heather Tillott stated that the spirit showed extraordinary depth during its French Oak maturation, requiring minimal intervention. Bottled at cask strength, it aims to share the most raw and pure form of the liquid as it existed in the cellar. Such releases are rare for the distillery, reserved only for moments when the liquid expresses such exceptional character and resonance that the team decides to present its full multi-dimensional experience undiluted.
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A Legacy of the World's Best Maturation Craft
The French Oak maturation style holds deep significance for the distillery, having won "World's Best Single Malt" in 2014. This new release features aromas of yuzu peel, candied pineapple, and signature waxiness; the palate is oily with layers of kumquat and mint, leading to a finish of chocolate orange, gingerbread, and Pu-erh tea. The cask influence and spirit DNA are perfectly integrated, showcasing a tight, harmonious structure where every flavor element stands out with confidence.
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Each bottle comes with a personal letter from Heather Tillott and is housed in a handcrafted blackwood presentation box. This 17-year-old Single Cask is not just a landmark for Australian whisky but a deep dialogue between craft and time, offering global collectors a rare opportunity to explore the pinnacle of the distillery's style.
📅 Release Date: 2026-03-05
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