Warfield Distillery Organic Whiskey
Overview
Warfield Distillery's Organic Whiskey represents the Idaho producer's commitment to organic grains and innovative production, crafted as a 100% malted barley spirit aged in ex-bourbon barrels before finishing in Madeira casks. This expression highlights the distillery's focus on quality ingredients for environmental and flavor benefits.
Specs at a glance
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Style | Organic American Whiskey (Madeira finished) |
| ABV | 47% |
| Mashbill | 100% malted barley (pale ale and crystal malts) |
| Release Info | Produced at Warfield Distillery in Ketchum, Idaho; four years old |
| Age | 4 years |
Good to know
Founded by Ben Bradley and Alex Buck, Warfield Distillery and Brewery expanded in 2020 with two 1,000-gallon copper pot stills, emphasizing organic grains. The whiskey carries an MSRP of $97.95 at the distillery, reflecting small-batch craftsmanship.
Tasting notes
- Nose: Prominent Madeira influence with honey, raisin, barley, and noticeable alcohol.
- Palate: Dry and vegetal upfront with black pepper; water reveals caramel, baking spice, brown sugar, vanilla, toffee, and nuts.
- Finish: Vegetal notes linger with black pepper spice, intensifying further.
Notable details
- Production: Aged in ex-bourbon barrels then finished in Madeira casks; organic focus.
- Lineage: From Warfield Distillery, known for organic whiskeys using pale ale and crystal malts.
- Comparison: Improves notably over other recent Madeira finishes when water is added.
Serving suggestions
Improves significantly with water, unlocking deeper caramel, spice, and nut flavors.
"Disappointing neat due to high proof masking flavors but improves significantly with water, though not as rich as hoped." – The Whiskey Wash
Closing
A solid organic option for those who enjoy water-tamed high-proof spirits with evolving complexity.
Sources
[1] Thewhiskeywash – "Whiskey Reviews: Warfield Organic American, Madeira Finished Organic Whiskeys"
[2] Thewhiskeywash – "Warfield Organic Whiskey Review: American & Madeira Finished Expressions"
[3] Thewhiskeywash – "Warfield Organic American Whiskey Review: Tasting Notes & Analysis"
[4] Thewhiskeywash – "Lost Lantern Warfield Idaho Single Malt Review"
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