Whisky Forum - "white floaters"

Mr C · Posted: Mon Jul 28, 2014 6:02 pm Post subject: "white floaters"

Hi All

Has anyone ever experienced the below in their Whisky?

Thanks, Mr C

McKay · Posted: Mon Jul 28, 2014 6:19 pm Post subject:

I have come across char from the barrel in whiskies which have only been lightly filtered. You can also get particles appearing when whisky hasnt been chill filtered and it is bottled below 46%. If a bottle hasnt been stored upright the cork can degrade and you can get bits of the cork in the whisky.

Quaich1 · Posted: Mon Jul 28, 2014 6:32 pm Post subject: Re: "white floaters"

Frankie · Master Of Malts Joined: 14 Nov 2006 Posts: 345

To me it does look like bits off the cork, have you opened it, if so is the cork 100% OK. If you havent opened it and it is not a non-chill-filtered bottling i would say return it to where you bought it of contact the distillery who produced it.

Mr C · Posted: Mon Jul 28, 2014 7:11 pm Post subject:

Hi all

Thanks for your input, Ive received the following:

"I have checked this with our whisky expert who has assured me it's absolutely fine. It is due to the dip in the base of the bottle, which then causes the oils to collect in the bottom over time.

I am really not sure if I should hand it back or not! Shocked

Calder · Master Of Malts Joined: 13 Nov 2008 Posts: 691

Mr C · Posted: Mon Jul 28, 2014 8:20 pm Post subject:

Alexppp · Master Of Malts Joined: 16 Jul 2010 Posts: 1791

Looks like a Glenrothes, I think? Is it chill-filtered or not? If it has been chill-filtered I'd be surprised if they were fatty acids but it's probably ok to drink anyway.

jcarrick · Master Of Malts Joined: 18 Apr 2011 Posts: 951

In my experience of non chill filltered whisky bottled under 46% I have only saw very fine particles when the whisky gets cold making the whisky appear cloudy/hazy, i havent seen such large particles appear such as those shown in the images above. I dont think the Glenrothes 1988 was non chill-filtered (correct me if i am wrong) and if i am right then you shouldnt be seeing fatty acids appearing, it was a an excellent rich citrussy fruity whisky with a bit of oak spice, enjoy if you open it and i hope it is okay.

Alexppp · Master Of Malts Joined: 16 Jul 2010 Posts: 1791

Hang on, just realised this is your special purchase that you plan to open with your son when he's 18 - if that's the case, then definitely return it. No point feeling in two minds about it, even if it's fine to drink. I'm sure they'll be happy to send a replacement bottle.

Diademo · Master Of Malts Joined: 22 Aug 2012 Posts: 1255

Millie_chops · Posted: Tue Jul 29, 2014 8:22 am Post subject:

Bookie · Master Of Malts Joined: 15 Sep 2008 Posts: 945

If the particles dont disappear in a warmer room then i would say return it.

Mr C · Posted: Tue Jul 29, 2014 11:52 am Post subject:

Hi all,

I didn't take the chance and I've sent it back. They've also confirmed the rest of their stock is the same so I've asked for a return, the said company have been brilliant to be fair.

So, perhaps Glenfarclas family cask 1988 !

Alexppp · Master Of Malts Joined: 16 Jul 2010 Posts: 1791

Good decision I think, given the importance of the bottle. And possibly a blessing in disguise if it leads to a 25 year-old cask strength Glenfarclas from a single cask!