Old Kempton’s Solera program is one of the quiet treasures of Australian whisky. Their Portuguese Solera tun gathers layers of mature spirit over time, creating a whisky that feels deeper and more seasoned than its years. With each release they draw only half the tun, refill it, and let the flavours continue to evolve. Batch #6 shows exactly why this method works so well, offering richness, warmth, and incredible harmony. Nose: Deep and inviting with dried fruit, glace cherries, soft toffee, warm malt, vanilla sweetness and a relaxed oak note that ties it all together. Palate: Full and enveloping, carrying a wave of chocolate covered fruit and creamy sweetness. Think of biting into a milk chocolate with a velvety liqueur centre, rounded out by gentle spice and polished oak. Finish: Long, warm and satisfying with cocoa, dark fruits, nutty praline, spice and a final touch of toasted oak that lingers in a very comforting way.
