{"title":"The English Distillery","description":"\u003cp\u003eAs they say themselves, The English Distillery is \"proud to make whisky the old-fashioned way, using slow processes, traditional equipment and honest, local ingredients\".\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJames Nelstrop's original goal for the distillery was to create England's finest single-malt whisky. This has been their sole ambition for nearly 16 years and is what continues to drive them today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuffice to say, they make some incredible bottles!\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-norfolk-parched-single-grain-english-whisky","title":"The Norfolk 'Parched' Single Grain English Whisky, 45%","description":"\u003cp\u003eAwarded 'European Whisky of the Year 2020' by Jim Murray, the Norfolk Parched is a Single Grain Whisky matured in ex-Bourbon casks.  Highly flavourful for a grain whisky, this has sweet buttered toffee popcorn with vanilla.  Fresh peaches, grapefruit and lemon rind come through, with aniseed, clove and cinnamon spice.  The palate is rich and creamy (the house style), with a biscuity character to the finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The English Distillery","offers":[{"title":"50cl","offer_id":44253022978294,"sku":"EN58ZZZD","price":49.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0646\/6089\/8038\/products\/NorfolkdParchedSingleGrain.jpg?v=1656596035"},{"product_id":"2024-the-english-small-batch-heavily-smoked","title":"The English Small Batch Heavily Smoked (2024 Release), 46.0%","description":"\u003ch3\u003eEnglish Whisky with a Thick Quilt of Smoke\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe English Small Batch Heavily Smoked (2024 Release) is a limited-edition single malt that celebrates the distillery’s pioneering spirit. Crafted from a secret fusion of four distinct cask types and bottled at 46.0%, this release delivers depth, warmth, and complexity in equal measure. With only 1,002 bottles ever produced, it’s a true collector’s dram.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis whisky stands out for its unique cask marriage that creates remarkable balance. The bold, peated character is softened by layers of black cherry, vanilla, and gingerbread, creating a flavour profile both indulgent and refined. Non-chill filtered and naturally coloured, it reflects The English Distillery’s dedication to authentic craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduction:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis small batch expression is created by blending whisky from four undisclosed cask types, each contributing its own nuance of spice, fruit, and smoke. Matured and married onsite in Norfolk’s ideal microclimate, the whisky develops its character through patient ageing and traditional methods. Bottled without chill filtration or added colour, every drop speaks of purity and integrity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePairing Suggestions:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePair with slow-cooked beef brisket, smoked almonds, or mature cheddar; for a vegetarian option, try grilled aubergine with miso glaze or rich mushroom pâté.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTasting Note:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eEnticing aromas of black cherry and vanilla custard lead to a palate of molasses, gingerbread, and wood smoke, finishing long and warming with lingering oak.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNorfolk, England\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAlcohol:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e46.0%\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The English Distillery","offers":[{"title":"70cl","offer_id":56262367969663,"sku":"ENHSSB25","price":65.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0646\/6089\/8038\/files\/the-english-heavily-smoked-cask-fusion.jpg?v=1761081259"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0646\/6089\/8038\/collections\/The_English_Distillery_-_The_Spirits_Room.jpg?v=1733839873","url":"https:\/\/thespiritsroom.co.uk\/collections\/the-english-whisky-company\/70.oembed","provider":"The Spirits Room","version":"1.0","type":"link"}