Multi-award-winning whisky that yielded 440 bottles.
Details
700ml: 53.5%alc
Age: NAS
Country: Australia
Region: Goolwa, South Australia
Cask type: Apera barrel
Bottler: G.R Andrews & Sons, Fleurieu Distillery
Bottled: 2019
Individually numbered
This is Fleurieu’s first expression for 2019 and is named after their newest still, and the silhouette logo of the Distillery which is often referred to as ‘The Fountain of Youth’. The image captures the ages of Gareth & Angela Andrews (owners) boys as sons and brothers when they first began distilling.
Aged in an Australian apera barrel, the whisky celebrates a timeless symbol of youth, exuberance and innocence.
Limited quantities available.
Recent Awards
Gold Medal and Trophy for Champion Australian Whisky: 2019 (Australian Distilled Spirits Awards)
Silver Medal: 2019 (Whisky Tasting Australia Awards)
Bronze Medal: Craft Spirit – 2019 (American Distilling Institute)
Producer’s tasting notes.
Nose: Sherry and sweet stone fruit
Palate: Vanilla, almond and dried fruits
Finish: Long salted caramel and toffee
John Atkins (verified owner) –
Despite the whimsical name and logo – it doesn’t taste like it.
This was my first Apera barrel whisky. I’m left with more questions than answers. It was all a bit “cherry” for me. And if I hadn’t already had the superb Ecto Gammat and Atlantic Crossing – I might have gone for four stars. This expression lacks attitude. It’s great spirit….no denying – Taking my lead from the best Australian peated – Ecto – I mixed this with a particularly big Caol Ila I had waiting for a braver me. The blend was perfect. The Fountain of Youth mellowed the cranky old Scot…and the offspring was an inspiration. Rather than masking the Fleurieu it just highlighted to me how good it can be given a chance to shine. I’m a convert to the Fleurieu style but this fountain of youth is still in nappies. Start with the others which are really worth your attention.