Lakes - Whiskymaker's Reserve No. 6, Volar, Resfeber, Equinox, Kairos & Nostalgia - 70cl - 6 bottles

The expressions from The Lakes Distillery showcase their unique approach to whisky-making. While their Whiskymaker’s Reserve series explores a classic sherry-led house style, the Whiskymaker's Editions represent limited, single-release expressions where the whiskymaker has total creative freedom over cask choice and blending.
The primary flavor profiles, cask configurations, and characteristics for each bottle are detailed below:

The "Whiskymaker’s Editions" (Limited Single Malts)

• The Lakes Whiskymakers Edition Volar (52% ABV):
• Cask Influence: Matured in a combination of Oloroso, Fino, PX, and Moscatel sherry casks, combined with rare Spanish Mountain Wine casks (from the Málaga region).
• Flavor Profile: Inspired by the Cantabrian Mountains, it is simultaneously powerful yet weightless. It features a deep aroma of fragrant sandalwood, Medjool dates, and honey. The palate opens up with a berry compote, orchard fruits, and a vibrant, complex spice finish.
• The Lakes Whiskymakers Edition Resfeber (46.6% ABV):
• Cask Influence: Matured in a delicate partnership of Sherry casks and red wine casks.
• Flavor Profile: Captured by the Swedish word for "the restless excitement before a journey," this expression focuses on bright, energetic fruit notes. It brings flavors of caramelized apples, sweet Maraschino cherries, and soft rose petals.
• The Lakes Whiskymaker's Edition Equinox (46.6% ABV):
• Cask Influence: Matured in custom-tailored Oloroso and Moscatel sherry casks.
• Flavor Profile: Designed to represent the transition from summer to autumn. The nose features a warm apple turnover, fresh apricots, and sandalwood. On the palate, a lively symphony of orchard fruits, floral orange blossom, and baking spices shines through.
• The Lakes Whiskymaker's Edition Kairos (46.6% ABV):
• Cask Influence: Aged in Bourbon casks, Oloroso sherry casks, and rare Damascus Oak vaten.
• Flavor Profile: "Kairos" translates from ancient Greek as "the right moment". It is a warm, oilier dram characterized by intense notes of spiced raisins, dark cocoa powder, molasses, and sun-dried apple slices, rounded out by a long, warm, peppery finish.
• The Lakes Whiskymaker's Edition Nostalgia (46.6% ABV):
• Cask Influence: A specific marriage of Oloroso sherry and Bourbon casks.
• Flavor Profile: Aimed at evoking familiar, comforting memories, it opens with sweet aromas of cherry blossom, vanilla perfume, and nostalgic pear drop candies. This gives way to bittersweet notes of butterscotch, rich milk chocolate, plums, and orchard fruits.

The Sherry House Style

• The Lakes Single Malt Whiskymaker's Reserve #6 (52% ABV):
• Cask Influence: Matured in a complex architecture of the finest Oloroso, Pedro Ximénez (PX), and red wine casks.
• Flavor Profile: Part of their flagship single malt series. This specific release highlights exotic, aromatic spices reminiscent of a Moorish bazaar. The nose displays marzipan, rosewater, and candied ginger, leading into a creamy, rich palate of sun-dried Ajwa dates, toffee, and toasted tea cakes