The Lakes Whiskymakers Reserve No. 6

Description

Experience the culmination of flavour evolution
The Lakes Whiskymaker’s Reserve No.6 is a standout release from The Lakes Distillery, located in the scenic Lake District of England. It forms part of their bold Whiskymaker’s Reserve series—an artistic exploration of sherry-cask maturation and blended design.

Key Details

• Distillery: The Lakes Distillery (Bassenthwaite Lake, Cumbria, England)

• Series: Whiskymaker’s Reserve – a series of limited edition single malts.

• Expression: No.6 – described as the penultimate release in the series, designed to bring “rich new flavours to the fore”.

• ABV: 52%

• Volume: 70 cl / 700 ml

• Maturation & Casks: Matured in a combination of Oloroso-sherry, Pedro Ximénez (PX) sherry, and red-wine casks made from Spanish and American oak.

Tasting Profile

• Nose: Rich and aromatic — exotic spices, rose water, marzipan, candied ginger and polished oak.

• Palate: A smooth yet full-bodied experience with notes of sun-dried dates (Ajwa), toasted tea-cake and gentle spice.

• Finish: Rich, complex and lingering, with oak-driven spice and dark fruit echoes.

Why It Stands Out

• This release is tailored to showcase the mastery of The Lakes Distillery’s sherry-led style and serves as a milestone in their whisky-making journey.

• Limited edition: The demand for releases in this series has been strong, marking this bottle as collectible.

• Balanced profile: Though sherry-rich, No.6 balances deep fruit-cake, spice and oak without tipping into overly heavy territory — offering nuance and depth.

Serving & Pairing Suggestions

• Best enjoyed neat in a tulip-shaped glass to appreciate the aroma and texture.

• Add a few drops of water to open up subtler layers of fruit and spice.

• Pair with rich desserts (dark chocolate truffles, fruitcake) or savoury treats with nutty/wood-smoke notes.

• Store upright in a cool, stable environment away from strong light or odours — especially if kept for aging or collecting.