Sullivans Cove American Oak Second Fill Single Cask TD0080
The Sullivans Cove American Oak Second Fill Single Cask TD0080 was filled on 24 February 2006 and bottled on 6 September 2019 after 13 years of maturation in a second-fill American oak cask. Bottled at 47.1% ABV, this release was limited to only 425 bottles, with this example being bottle 63. Non-chill filtered and free from added colour, it captures the refined influence of American oak while allowing the distillery’s signature fruit-driven character to shine.
Sullivans Cove Distillery
Sullivans Cove Distillery, founded in 1994 in Hobart, Tasmania, is one of the world’s most celebrated producers of small-batch single malt. Known for its meticulous cask selection, extended maturation, and use of 100% Tasmanian ingredients, the distillery rose to global acclaim after winning “World’s Best Single Malt” at the 2014 World Whiskies Awards. Each single cask bottling is unique, offering a one-of-a-kind expression of Tasmanian whisky and making them highly collectible.
Sullivans Cove American Oak Second Fill TD0080 Tasting Notes
Nose: Marshmallows, milk chocolate, and coconut alongside warm leather, sweet malt, and citrus tones of lemon curd and ripe orange. Apple pie, raspberry jam, and a light coastal brine add further complexity.
Palate: Silky and indulgent, with caramel and creamy vanilla leading, supported by refined oak and gentle warmth.
Finish: Long and smooth, with caramel and vanilla persisting against soft oak spice.
Why Add Sullivans Cove American Oak Second Fill TD0080 to Your Collection?
With only 425 bottles produced, TD0080 is a rare single cask release that showcases both the elegance of second-fill oak maturation and the hallmark style of Sullivans Cove. Its combination of balance, richness, and subtle complexity makes it a standout expression of Tasmanian whisky, offering collectors an opportunity to secure a piece from one of the world’s most highly regarded distilleries