{"product_id":"8-year-old-australian-coffee-cask-whisky","title":"8 Year Old Australian Coffee Cask Whisky","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" align=\"center\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; text-align: center; line-height: normal; mso-outline-level: 1;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 22.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 18.0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-AU;\"\u003e8-Year-Old Australian Coffee Cask Whisky\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" align=\"center\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; text-align: center; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-AU;\"\u003eAncient Wisdom Distillery | 40% ABV | 700 mL\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" align=\"center\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; text-align: center; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-AU;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" align=\"center\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; text-align: center; line-height: normal; mso-outline-level: 2;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 18.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-AU;\"\u003eAward-Winning Australian Coffee Cask Whisky\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-AU;\"\u003eAncient Wisdom Coffee Cask Whisky is an \u003cb\u003e8-year-old Australian whisky matured in oak barrels previously used for coffee extract\u003c\/b\u003e, creating a distinctive marriage of rich whisky character and Melbourne's celebrated coffee culture.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-AU;\"\u003eHandcrafted by Ancient Wisdom Distillery in Victoria, Australia, this innovative whisky develops naturally expressive notes of \u003cb\u003eespresso, roasted coffee, dark chocolate, caramel, toasted nuts and oak\u003c\/b\u003e, while retaining the depth and structure of a mature Australian whisky.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-AU;\"\u003eThe result is a beautifully rich and aromatic whisky with a velvety mouthfeel, layered coffee character and a long, satisfying finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" align=\"center\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; text-align: center; line-height: normal; mso-outline-level: 2;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 18.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-AU;\"\u003eThe Birth of Ancient Wisdom Coffee Whisky\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome of the most remarkable discoveries happen entirely by chance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe story of Ancient Wisdom Coffee Whisky began one evening when a cellar apprentice \u003cstrong\u003eaccidentally filled barrels that had previously contained coffee extract with new-make whisky\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRather than discard the unexpected creation, the whisky was left to mature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOver the years, something remarkable happened. The initial bitterness gradually softened, the spirit deepened in colour, and the distinctive aroma of roasted coffee beans began to integrate with the whisky's naturally spicy and nutty character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat had started as an accident developed into an unexpectedly harmonious combination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRecognising its unique character, \u003cstrong\u003eAsh, the distiller at Ancient Wisdom Distillery\u003c\/strong\u003e, decided to bottle the whisky as a limited release.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe response from Melbourne whisky enthusiasts was remarkable, and the accidental experiment evolved into one of Ancient Wisdom's most distinctive creations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eToday, Ancient Wisdom Coffee Whisky remains a celebration of experimentation, patience and unexpected discovery—a uniquely Australian whisky created for those who share our love of both \u003cstrong\u003egreat whisky and great coffee\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSometimes, the best discoveries really are made by chance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" align=\"center\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; text-align: center; line-height: normal; mso-outline-level: 2;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 18.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-AU;\"\u003eThe Coffee Cask Influence\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-AU;\"\u003eOur whisky is crafted using pristine \u003cb\u003eBlue Mountains spring water\u003c\/b\u003e and locally brewed wort, fermented under our supervision before being \u003cb\u003edouble-distilled in copper pot stills\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-AU;\"\u003eThe spirit is matured in carefully selected oak barrels that previously held \u003cb\u003ecoffee extract\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-AU;\"\u003eOver years of maturation, the whisky interacts with both the oak and the coffee-seasoned barrel, allowing roasted coffee aromatics to integrate with the spirit's natural malt character.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-AU;\"\u003eRather than simply overwhelming the whisky with coffee flavour, the extended maturation creates layers of complexity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-AU;\"\u003eThe cask contributes notes reminiscent of \u003cb\u003eespresso, roasted coffee beans, mocha and dark chocolate\u003c\/b\u003e, while the oak introduces vanilla, caramel and gentle spice.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-AU;\"\u003eThe whisky underneath provides the structure, malt depth and warmth that brings everything together.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-AU;\"\u003eThe result is unmistakably whisky—but with a distinctive coffee-cask character that makes it unlike a conventional Australian whisky.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" align=\"center\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; text-align: center; line-height: normal; mso-outline-level: 2;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 18.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-AU;\"\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-AU;\"\u003eAppearance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-AU;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDeep amber with rich copper and mahogany highlights. The colour hints at the whisky's extended maturation and deeply roasted character.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-AU;\"\u003eNose\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-AU;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eImmediately aromatic, with inviting notes of \u003cb\u003efresh espresso and roasted coffee beans\u003c\/b\u003e layered over malt and seasoned oak. Dark chocolate, caramel and toasted nuts gradually emerge, accompanied by subtle vanilla and gentle oak spice.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-AU;\"\u003ePalate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-AU;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRich, smooth and beautifully layered. Espresso and roasted coffee notes lead into \u003cb\u003edark chocolate, mocha, caramel and toasted nuts\u003c\/b\u003e, while the whisky's underlying malt character provides depth and structure.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-AU;\"\u003eVanilla and seasoned oak develop through the mid-palate, balancing the darker roasted flavours and creating a whisky that is complex without allowing the coffee character to dominate.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-AU;\"\u003eMouthfeel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-AU;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eVelvety, rich and mouth-coating, with a satisfying weight that complements the roasted coffee, chocolate and malt characteristics.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-AU;\"\u003eFinish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-AU;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLong and warming. Espresso and dark chocolate linger alongside \u003cb\u003ecaramel, toasted nuts, malt and gentle oak spice\u003c\/b\u003e, leaving a rich roasted character that gradually fades from the palate.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" align=\"center\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; text-align: center; line-height: normal; mso-outline-level: 2;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 18.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-AU;\"\u003eAwards \u0026amp; Recognition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-AU;\"\u003eAncient Wisdom Coffee Whisky has earned recognition at major Australian spirits competitions:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-AU;\"\u003eSilver Medal – Australian International Spirits Awards 2026\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-AU;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCoffee Whisky\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-AU;\"\u003eBronze Medal – Australian Distilled Spirits Awards 2024\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-AU;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCoffee Whisky\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-AU;\"\u003eAncient Wisdom Distillery was also named \u003cb\u003eBest Whisky Distillery of the Year at the Melbourne International Spirits Competition 2024\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" align=\"center\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; text-align: center; line-height: normal; mso-outline-level: 2;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 18.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-AU;\"\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-AU;\"\u003eProducer:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-AU;\"\u003e Ancient Wisdom Distillery\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eStyle:\u003c\/b\u003e Australian Coffee Cask Whisky\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAge:\u003c\/b\u003e 8 Years\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eCask:\u003c\/b\u003e Oak barrels previously used for coffee extract\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAlcohol:\u003c\/b\u003e 40% ABV\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBottle Size:\u003c\/b\u003e 700 mL\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/b\u003e Victoria, Australia\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eDistillation:\u003c\/b\u003e Double-distilled in copper pot stills\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eMaturation:\u003c\/b\u003e Coffee extract-seasoned oak barrels\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" align=\"center\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; text-align: center; line-height: normal; mso-outline-level: 2;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 18.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-AU;\"\u003eHow to Enjoy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-AU;\"\u003eAncient Wisdom Coffee Cask Whisky is particularly rewarding served \u003cb\u003eneat at room temperature\u003c\/b\u003e, allowing the espresso, dark chocolate and roasted characteristics to gradually open in the glass.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-AU;\"\u003eA few drops of water can reveal additional layers of malt, caramel, vanilla and toasted nuts.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-AU;\"\u003eIts coffee and dark-chocolate profile also makes it a natural after-dinner whisky and an excellent companion to \u003cb\u003edark chocolate, tiramisu, coffee-based desserts, toasted nuts or rich cheeses\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" align=\"center\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; text-align: center; line-height: normal; mso-outline-level: 2;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 18.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-AU;\"\u003eCoffee Whisky \u0026amp; the Espresso Martini\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-AU;\"\u003eAncient Wisdom Coffee Cask Whisky also offers an intriguing alternative for an \u003cb\u003eEspresso Martini\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-AU;\"\u003eReplacing some or all of the traditional vodka with Coffee Cask Whisky introduces additional layers of malt, oak, dark chocolate and roasted coffee character, producing a richer and more complex interpretation of the classic coffee cocktail.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" align=\"center\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; text-align: center; line-height: normal; mso-outline-level: 2;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 18.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-AU;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal; mso-outline-level: 3;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 13.5pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-AU;\"\u003eWhat is Coffee Cask Whisky?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-AU;\"\u003eCoffee cask whisky is whisky matured in barrels that have previously held coffee or coffee extract. In Ancient Wisdom's expression, the whisky matures in \u003cb\u003eoak barrels previously used for coffee extract\u003c\/b\u003e, allowing roasted coffee aromatics to integrate with the whisky and oak over time.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal; mso-outline-level: 3;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 13.5pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-AU;\"\u003eDoes Ancient Wisdom Coffee Whisky contain coffee?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-AU;\"\u003eAncient Wisdom Coffee Cask Whisky is matured in \u003cb\u003ebarrels previously used for coffee extract\u003c\/b\u003e. Its distinctive coffee character develops through interaction between the whisky and the coffee-seasoned oak during maturation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal; mso-outline-level: 3;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 13.5pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-AU;\"\u003eWhat does Ancient Wisdom Coffee Whisky taste like?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-AU;\"\u003eExpect layers reminiscent of \u003cb\u003eespresso, roasted coffee, dark chocolate, mocha, caramel and toasted nuts\u003c\/b\u003e, supported by malt, vanilla, seasoned oak and gentle spice.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal; mso-outline-level: 3;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 13.5pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-AU;\"\u003eHow old is Ancient Wisdom Coffee Cask Whisky?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-AU;\"\u003eAncient Wisdom Coffee Cask Whisky has been matured for \u003cb\u003e8 years\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal; mso-outline-level: 3;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 13.5pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-AU;\"\u003eWhere is Ancient Wisdom Coffee Whisky made?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-AU;\"\u003eAncient Wisdom Coffee Cask Whisky is produced by \u003cb\u003eAncient Wisdom Distillery in Pakenham, Victoria, Australia\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal; mso-outline-level: 3;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 13.5pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-AU;\"\u003eHow is Coffee Whisky made?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-AU;\"\u003eAncient Wisdom Coffee Whisky was born entirely by chance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-AU;\"\u003eOne evening, a cellar apprentice accidentally filled \u003cb\u003ecoffee extract barrels with new-make whisky\u003c\/b\u003e. Rather than discard the spirit, the whisky was allowed to mature in the coffee-seasoned oak.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-AU;\"\u003eOver the years, the initial bitterness faded, the whisky deepened in colour, and aromas reminiscent of \u003cb\u003eroasted coffee beans gradually integrated with the whisky's spicy, nutty and malt characteristics\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-AU;\"\u003eAsh, the distiller at Ancient Wisdom Distillery, recognised the unusual character of the matured whisky and decided to bottle the accidental creation as a limited release.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-AU;\"\u003eIt quickly gained a following among Melbourne whisky enthusiasts and evolved into Ancient Wisdom's distinctive \u003cb\u003e8 Year Old Australian Coffee Cask Whisky\u003c\/b\u003e—a whisky created by chance and refined by time\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 13.5pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-AU;\"\u003eIs Coffee Whisky the same as coffee liqueur?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-AU;\"\u003eNo. Ancient Wisdom Coffee Cask Whisky is a \u003cb\u003ematured Australian whisky\u003c\/b\u003e, not a coffee liqueur. Its coffee character comes from maturation in coffee extract-seasoned oak barrels rather than positioning the spirit as a conventional sweet coffee liqueur.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal; mso-outline-level: 3;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 13.5pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-AU;\"\u003eIs Coffee Whisky sweet?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-AU;\"\u003eAncient Wisdom Coffee Cask Whisky displays flavours reminiscent of caramel, mocha and dark chocolate, which can create a perception of sweetness. These characteristics are balanced by malt, roasted coffee, oak and gentle spice.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal; mso-outline-level: 3;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 13.5pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-AU;\"\u003eHas Ancient Wisdom Coffee Whisky won awards?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-AU;\"\u003eYes. Ancient Wisdom Coffee Whisky received a \u003cb\u003eSilver Medal at the Australian International Spirits Awards 2026\u003c\/b\u003e and a \u003cb\u003eBronze Medal at the Australian Distilled Spirits Awards 2024\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-AU;\"\u003eAncient Wisdom Distillery was also named \u003cb\u003eBest Whisky Distillery of the Year at the Melbourne International Spirits Competition 2024\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal; mso-outline-level: 3;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 13.5pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-AU;\"\u003eCan Coffee Whisky be used in an Espresso Martini?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-AU;\"\u003eYes. Coffee Cask Whisky can be used to create a whisky-based interpretation of an Espresso Martini. Its natural espresso, chocolate, caramel and oak characteristics can add additional depth and complexity to the cocktail.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal; mso-outline-level: 3;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 13.5pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-AU;\"\u003eWhat is the best way to drink Coffee Whisky?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-AU;\"\u003eTry it neat first to appreciate the interaction between whisky, oak and coffee-seasoned cask. It can also be enjoyed over ice, paired with dessert or used to create coffee-based whisky cocktails.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"MsoNormal\" align=\"center\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; text-align: center; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003chr size=\"2\" width=\"100%\" align=\"center\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-AU;\"\u003eAncient Wisdom Distillery is an \u003cb\u003eaward-winning Australian distillery based in Pakenham, Victoria\u003c\/b\u003e, with almost 50 national and international awards across whisky, gin, vodka, wine and liqueurs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ancient Wisdom Distillery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42629909840063,"sku":"Coffee Whisky","price":89.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0069\/2823\/6597\/files\/Ancient_Wisdom_8_Year_Old_Australian_Coffee_Cask_Whisky_700mL.png?v=1791254192","url":"https:\/\/ancientwisdomdistillery.com.au\/products\/8-year-old-australian-coffee-cask-whisky","provider":"Ancient Wisdom Distillery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}