SMWS Shimmering Silk Batch 23 11 Year Old Irish Single Malt Whiskey

SMWS Shimmering Silk Batch 23 11 Year Old Irish Single Malt Whiskey is a limited-release expression created through a collaboration between The Scotch Malt Whisky Society and Dunville's Irish Whiskey. Distilled in Northern Ireland in 2011 and bottled in 2024, this eleven-year-old single malt spent eight years in First-Fill Bourbon Barrels before further maturation in Pedro Ximénez Sherry Hogsheads. Bottled at 50% ABV, Shimmering Silk showcases a luxurious combination of tropical fruits, honey, dark chocolate, and rich sherry sweetness. Its exceptionally smooth texture and layered complexity make it a distinctive addition to SMWS's experimental Heresy collection.

Food Pairing: Dark chocolate truffles, blueberry tart, caramelized pineapple, roasted nuts, crème brûlée, and aged Gouda.

Tasting Notes: Candied orange, dark chocolate, blueberries, figs, honey, tropical fruits, cinnamon, and creamy vanilla.

Nose: Candied oranges dipped in chocolate mingle with blueberry and fig tarts, plum and pear compote, and delicate honey sweetness.

Palate: Exceptionally silky and rich, with lavender honey, Earl Grey tea, mango, pineapple, ripe banana, and coconut milk. Layers of chocolate and sweet sherry add depth.

Finish: Long, creamy, and indulgent, with lingering chocolate ganache, cinnamon, citrus zest, roasted macadamia nuts, and gentle oak spice.

Serve: Enjoy neat in a Glencairn glass to appreciate its rich texture and layered fruit character. A few drops of water reveal additional citrus, spice, and dessert-like sweetness.