Meet the Whisky Barrel Aged Gin Infused Cherry Porter, made from locally made gin, whisky and beer.
Joining forces, three ambitious and flavour-curious Victorian producers – Anther Distillery, Blackmans Brewery and NED Whisky, tested the boundaries of flavour this year and created a first for Victoria – the Whisky Barrel Aged Gin Infused Cherry Porter.
Blackman’s porter has been brewed, then aged for six months in ex-NED Whisky Barrels that contained 100kgs of Anther Cherry Gin infused hand-pitted Tasmanian cherries.
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With three of the region’s best creatives at the helm, this unique product is a seriously exciting addition to the beverage scene, sporting aromas & flavour of Cherry, bourbon, vanilla, tobacco and chocolate all integrated and accentuated by warming oak and a hint of botanical spice.
Dervilla McGowan, (Anther co-owner and Head Distillery) says, “This is a massive product and has been months in the making. We’re so excited to share it with everyone! The beer is absolutely delicious and a phenomenal flavour trip!”
“This one is a pretty special beer. It was great working with two other amazing producers, and using products across whisky, gin, fruit, beer, and barrels,” Ren Blackman (co-owner of Blackmans Brewery) adds.
“It sounds like there is a lot going on, but this beer is insanely balanced. It’s a journey for your mouth. All the elements come to the surface in their own way and make this beer extremely unique. I don’t think I’ve ever tried anything like this, very exciting stuff!”
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A limited amount of Whisky Barrel Aged Gin Infused Cherry Porter’s has been produced and will be celebrated with a launch at Blackman’s Brewery in Grovedale on Friday 28th of October.
Pre-order here.
