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18th August 2023 |
Loch Lomond
Whiskies unveils Steam & Fire, finished
in Heavily Charred Casks Steam & Fire
pays homage to the extensive
capabilities of the Loch Lomond
Distillery.
 Independent
distiller, Loch Lomond Whiskies, is
expanding its impressive array of
whiskies with the introduction of Loch
Lomond Steam & Fire. This latest
creation undergoes a unique finishing
process in heavily charred American Oak
casks, ignited at Loch Lomond Whiskies'
very own traditional cooperage.
Representing an entirely novel concept
for the distillery, Steam & Fire has
been meticulously crafted to showcase
its extensive expertise in distillation
and maturation. The inspiration for this
expression arises from the distillery
itself—an extraordinary place where the
convergence of alchemy, engineering, and
time-honoured craftsmanship gives birth
to an unparalleled whisky destination
that stands apart from all others in the
industry.
Situated in close proximity to the
iconic Loch Lomond from which it takes
its name, the distillery boasts
remarkable feats of engineering,
including Scotland's exclusive ensemble
of Straight Neck Pot Stills. As the sole
distiller in Scotland to employ these
stills, Master Blender Michael Henry
wields the power to shape flavour during
distillation and maturation alike.
Furthermore, the distillery stands as
one of only four in Scotland to house
its own cooperage. Within this vibrant
enclave, a skilled team of coopers
expertly repair and char barrels,
marking the final phase in the whisky
crafting process prior to cask aging.
The journey of Steam & Fire commences
with distillation in a harmonious
combination of Straight Neck and
traditional Swan Neck Pot Stills.
Subsequent maturation takes place within
first-fill Bourbon barrels and refill
American Oak casks. This single malt is
then bestowed with a distinctive
character during a 10-month long
finishing period in heavily charred
American Oak casks.
Loch Lomond tells me that the deeply
charred American Oak barrels
significantly impact the whisky's
profile, infusing it with a pronounced
Demerara sugar influence. The resulting
flavour profile is said to be a rich
tapestry of orange, pear, and molten
brown sugar notes, culminating in hints
of dark chocolate and a gentle smoky
finish.
Presented in vivid packaging hues of
blue and red, mirroring the brand's
colors and the cooperage aesthetic,
Steam & Fire features imagery from
around the distillery, showcasing the
casks and unique stills. This striking
visual concept aims to celebrate Loch
Lomond's remarkable capabilities and
kindle an emotional response,
encapsulating the significance of both
distillation and maturation in the
whisky-making process.
Michael Henry, the Master Blender at
Loch Lomond Whiskies, remarked, "Steam &
Fire is unlike anything we have created
at our distillery before.
"Intended to capture our extensive and
unique capabilities in whisky making, it
is a striking expression which speaks to
the heart of what Loch Lomond Whiskies
is trying to achieve and our ongoing
experimentation with flavour.
"Steam & Fire is a representation of our
quest to create whisky outside of the
ordinary, bringing together our
impressive capabilities in distillation
and maturation."
Loch Lomond Steam & Fire is bottled at
46% ABV and has a RRP of £45, you will find
it available from specialist online whisky
shops such as
The Whisky Exchange,
The Whisky Shop,
Master of Malt
and
Hard To Find Whisky
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Loch Lomond Steam Fire Review
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Bottled at 46% ABV.
Producer's
Tasting Notes:
Nose: Toffee,
apple, fudge, vanilla, cinnamon.
Taste: Silky
mouthfeel, orange, peach, marmalade,
coffee, melted brown sugar, roasted
marshmallow.
Finish: Medium
to long dry finish with dark chocolate
and soft smoke.
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