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WHISKEYS FROM THE CASK<br />
A GUIDE FOR CONNOISSEURS
WHISKEY INVOLVES<br />
LONG WORKING DAYS AND<br />
MANY ENJOYABLE NIGHTS<br />
Dear Whiskey Lovers,<br />
There are few distilled spirits as complex as a high-quality whiskey. During<br />
the past few years, whiskey has once again seen a strong increase in demand.<br />
Currently, whiskey distillers from Scotland, Ireland, and the United States offer<br />
not only classic whiskey but an incredibly wide range of other products.<br />
VOM FASS has fostered relationships with the most renowned distilleries for<br />
several decades. These friendly ties have enabled us to offer hand-picked products<br />
with a unique standard, now available at VOM FASS. And, it’s easy to taste your<br />
favorite whiskey simply by visiting your nearest store to sample the wide variety.<br />
But, for now, please enjoy!<br />
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CONTENTS<br />
EDITOR’S NOTE PAGE 3<br />
WHISKEY FROM THE CASK – A PERFECT WHISKEY PAGE 6<br />
WHISKEY: A LONG JOURNEY TO YOUR GLASS PAGE 8<br />
WHISKEY HISTORY – A BRIEF OVERVIEW PAGE 10<br />
PRODUCTION – WHAT CHARACTERIZES A GOOD WHISKEY? PAGE 13<br />
ESSENTIAL DEFINITIONS – FROM AGE TO STRAIGHT WHISKEY PAGE 14<br />
WHISKY FROM SCOTLAND – STRAIGHT FROM THE ISLAND PAGE 16<br />
VOM FASS TWO CASKS – ONE PLUS ONE EQUALS AMAZING PAGE 18
WHISKEY FROM IRELAND – A BRIGHT GREEN LIGHT FOR WHISKEY PAGE 20<br />
IRISH WHISKEY LIQUEUR – A SWEET TEMPTATION PAGE 22<br />
GRAINS – WHISKEY WITH A SOLID FOUNDATION PAGE 24<br />
BLENDED SCOTCH – A SUCCESS STORY PAGE 26<br />
AMERICAN WHISKEY – HANDCRAFTED WITH LOVE PAGE 28<br />
RECIPES WITH WHISKEY – PERFECT WITH FOOD PAGE 30<br />
FLAVOR PROFILE – A TREASURE MAP FOR TASTE EXPLORERS PAGE 32
Whiskey From the Cask<br />
A PERFECT WHISKEY IS PRODUCED<br />
IN THE BEST DISTILLERIES<br />
AND ALWAYS CASK MATURED<br />
We love whiskey at VOM FASS, and we<br />
exercise this love by spending a lot of<br />
time selecting the best ones for you. We<br />
hand-pick every whiskey carefully and<br />
add refining touches to it before we fill<br />
the casks and send them off on their<br />
journey to your nearest VOM FASS store.<br />
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WHISKEY IS A WONDERFUL EXPERIENCE<br />
AND IT STARTS IN OUR TASTING ROOM<br />
In-Store Tasting<br />
Explore the world of whiskey at VOM FASS by<br />
stepping into our beautiful European-style tasting<br />
room at your local VOM FASS. Sample a wide<br />
range of products, and make sure everything you<br />
bring home is perfectly suited to you. You’ll feel<br />
like a kid in a candy store as you let your taste<br />
buds explore the world of VOM FASS!<br />
Experience Excellence<br />
Every product has a story at VOM FASS. We have<br />
been in contact with distinguished distilleries for<br />
decades. We visit our suppliers on a regular basis<br />
and foster a close relationship with them. This<br />
way, we can tell you the stories of our producers,<br />
and we can assure the products you buy are of<br />
excellent quality. Our search for the best whiskeys<br />
and relationships allows us to offer exceptionally<br />
rare and outstanding products. Let your taste buds<br />
be intrigued as you learn the rich stories behind<br />
each product.<br />
Our Relentless Search<br />
VOM FASS spent years exploring, scouring,<br />
and learning about whiskey to be able to<br />
bring you some of the most complex and<br />
interesting whiskey available. From the deep<br />
hills and bogs of old Scotland to the coastal<br />
mountains of Ireland to new U.S. microdistillery<br />
bourbon, we offer a journey for your<br />
taste buds.<br />
Customized and Fun Events<br />
Always exciting and fun, VOM FASS stores<br />
present fascinating and delightful whiskey<br />
tastings. Consider VOM FASS for your next<br />
birthday party or business event. Please see<br />
your local store’s calendar for upcoming<br />
events. Find your nearest VOM FASS store<br />
at www.vomfassusa.com.<br />
Give the Gift of Good Taste<br />
Discover customized one-of-a-kind gifts at<br />
VOM FASS. These charming and authentic<br />
gifts will be treasured and remembered long<br />
after they are received. VOM FASS is pleased<br />
to assemble and gift wrap your items with a<br />
classy presentation. Find your nearest VOM<br />
FASS store at www.vomfassusa.com.<br />
Handcrafted with Heart<br />
Every batch of whiskey that we purchase has been<br />
tasted carefully at our headquarters in Waldburg,<br />
Germany. Each blend has been carefully selected<br />
for its craftsmanship and quality by VOM FASS. We<br />
know how important it is to pay close attention to<br />
the distillation process, storage, and aging in casks.<br />
Handcrafted whiskey is our primary focus, and we<br />
have been mastering the process for years. There is<br />
a reason VOM FASS products have been awarded<br />
Best Whiskey in Contest by the German Agricultural<br />
Society. We offer unique, rare, and authentically<br />
made products from around the world. That is why<br />
VOM FASS is so special.<br />
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SAME WHISKEY, DIFFERENT STYLES<br />
Even with our suggestions<br />
on how to get the most out<br />
of your whiskey experience,<br />
please drink your whiskey<br />
as you like it. There is no<br />
right or wrong way when it<br />
comes to enjoying whiskey.<br />
We have provided these tips<br />
to maximize your enjoyment.<br />
The most important thing is<br />
to enjoy yourself, the whiskey,<br />
and the experience.<br />
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EACH WHISKEY TAKES A LONG JOURNEY<br />
TO GET TO YOUR GLASS – SO PREPARE<br />
YOURSELF TO ENJOY<br />
The Glass<br />
Sip whiskey in a classic whiskey tumbler or snifter.<br />
Experts consider the Glen Carin glass the official<br />
whiskey glass as it brings out the full aroma. With<br />
increased popularity and as our recommendation<br />
for enjoying whiskey, Glen Carin glasses are<br />
available at your nearest VOM FASS store.<br />
Drinking Temperature<br />
Whiskey should not be consumed too cold or too<br />
warm. The smell and the exquisite taste of these<br />
unique products are adversely affected by extreme<br />
temperature. The best temperature to enjoy your<br />
whiskey is between 64 and 68 degrees Fahrenheit.<br />
Whiskey with Water<br />
Drinking a glass of refreshing water with your<br />
whiskey is always recommended. A tiny added<br />
splash of water is especially important when<br />
enjoying a cask strength whiskey. The purpose<br />
is to increase the clarity of the taste and to<br />
round out the flavor on the palate.<br />
Whiskey on the Rocks<br />
Many experts condemn whiskey on the rocks as a<br />
mortal sin. And, it is true, in many cases, ice cubes<br />
are not beneficial for whiskey. However, you can<br />
add ice if the whiskey is served too warm. In<br />
that case, to preserve flavors in the whiskey while<br />
bringing it down to the optimal temperature,<br />
put one ice cube into the glass, swirl it around<br />
thoroughly, and use a spoon to take it out again.<br />
Tasting<br />
The sequence of tasting whiskey is<br />
straightforward. First, look at the color and<br />
consider the age and type of cask in which the<br />
whiskey has matured. Next, slowly bring the glass<br />
to your nose and take in the bouquet. It is better<br />
to sniff a couple of times than to take one deep<br />
breath.<br />
Now it is time to taste. As you take a drink, draw<br />
a small breath in through your nose to bring in a<br />
depth of flavors. Pull the sip through your mouth<br />
slowly, covering your entire palate in order to get<br />
the full flavor range of this exceptional creation.<br />
Appreciate the whiskey by holding it in your<br />
mouth one second for every year it’s been aged.<br />
Take your time and slow down and taste awhile.<br />
DID YOU KNOW?<br />
You can take your time and taste different whiskeys<br />
before you buy at our VOM FASS stores. With our<br />
knowledgeable store tour guides, you will discover your<br />
favorite products, which ensures you purchase only<br />
products you like.<br />
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1494 JOHN COR, a monk living in<br />
Lindores Abbey in Scotland, receives barley<br />
malt in order to produce aqua vitae or uisge<br />
beatha, a malt whisky. – Columbus starts his second<br />
voyage to the Caribbean.<br />
Whiskey History - A Brief Overview<br />
EVERY WHISKEY INVOLVES<br />
CRAFTSMANSHIP, PASSION,<br />
LOVE, AND MORE THAN<br />
500 YEARS OF TRADITION<br />
There are many rumors about when the first<br />
whiskey was distilled and by whom. Here’s<br />
a short history, with a timeline of world<br />
events to clue you into the time period.<br />
1608 THE IRISH “COUNTIE OF<br />
COLRANE” is granted a license to distill<br />
whiskey. – Galileo constructs astronomical telescope.<br />
1644 THE SCOTTISH KING imposes<br />
a tax on whisky to finance his wars.<br />
– Antonio Stradivari, the legendary violin maker, is born.<br />
1789 ACCORDING TO LEGEND,<br />
preacher Elijah Craig is the first man who<br />
distills whiskey in the United States of<br />
America. Later on, as an outcome, the<br />
tradition of bourbon develops. – The French<br />
Revolution starts with the Storming of the Bastille.<br />
1823 AFTER MANY FAILED<br />
ATTEMPTS, the new “Excise Act” once<br />
again tries to unify the tax on whiskey in<br />
Scotland and Ireland. The tax gains more<br />
acceptance later and becomes the foundation<br />
of the whole industry. The first distiller to<br />
acquire a license is George Smith of Glenlivet.<br />
– Mexico becomes a republic.<br />
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1829-30 THE SCOTSMAN ROBERT<br />
STEIN and the Irishman Aeneas Coffrey<br />
invent the continuous still, also known as the<br />
“Coffrey Still.” This new form of distillation<br />
is very economic and revolutionizes whiskey<br />
production. – Andrew Jackson is elected the 7th<br />
President of the United States of America.<br />
1853 ANDREW USHER offers an “Old<br />
Vatted Glenlivet.” He is regarded as the father<br />
of a new type of whisky, the blended scotch,<br />
which blends pure malt whisky with an<br />
innovative grain whisky. – The Crimean War<br />
breaks out.<br />
1879 PHYLLOXERA, which appeared<br />
for the first time in 1863, destroys almost<br />
all European vineyards, causing brandy<br />
production to halt. Scottish whisky merchants,<br />
such as John Buchanan (Black & White), the<br />
Walkers from Kilmarnock, and the Dewars<br />
(White Label), recognize their opportunity and<br />
create whisky brands that are still very popular<br />
today. Blended scotch becomes the most<br />
sought-after drink worldwide. – Woolworth’s opens<br />
its first store.<br />
1898 THE BANKRUPTCY of the<br />
Pattison Brothers puts the entire scotch whisky<br />
industry at risk in the middle of a boom when<br />
many new distilleries have just been built.<br />
– The patent for the Zeppelin is registered.<br />
1909 THE ROYAL COMMISSION<br />
decides that all three types of whiskey – malt,<br />
grain, and blended – are allowed to be called<br />
“whiskey.” – American businessman HG Selfridge opens<br />
a department store in London.<br />
1915 A MINIMUM STORAGE PERIOD<br />
for whiskey is stipulated. The minimum is<br />
three years. – Albert Einstein postulates the theory of<br />
relativity.<br />
1920-33 PROHIBITION PREVAILS<br />
IN THE UNITED STATES, which has a<br />
huge impact on global whiskey production.<br />
1923 MASATAKA TAKETSURU returns<br />
to Japan after his years of apprenticeship in<br />
Scotland, amongst others at the Lagavulin<br />
distillery on the island of Islay. He builds the<br />
Yamazaki distillery for Torii Shinjiro. – George<br />
Gershwin composes Rhapsody in Blue.<br />
1963 WILLIAM GRANT & SONS starts<br />
to sell its “Glenfiddich” as the first single malt<br />
worldwide. – John F. Kennedy is assassinated in Dallas.<br />
1969 THE GLENFIDDICH<br />
DISTILLERY in Dufftown opens the very<br />
first visitor center. – Apollo 11 was the first manned<br />
mission to land on the moon.<br />
1989 JOHN TEELING starts his Cooley<br />
Distillery and increases the number of Irish<br />
distilleries to three. – The Iron Curtain in Europe<br />
comes down.<br />
1995 THE ARRAN DISTILLERY<br />
opens in Lochranza on the island of Arran. –<br />
YAHOO! is founded in Santa Clara, California.<br />
2008 THE EUROPEAN UNION<br />
stipulates a binding whiskey definition. – The<br />
Summer Olympic Games XXIX takes place in Beijing,<br />
China.<br />
2015 THE TEELING WHISKEY<br />
DISTILLERY opens its gates in Dublin.<br />
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Production – What Characterizes a Good Whiskey?<br />
TO DISTILL A PERFECT WHISKEY,<br />
THERE IS AN AIR OF MYSTERY<br />
A classic malt whiskey is distilled from<br />
malted grain. This means the grain is soaked<br />
before it is allowed to germinate. Afterwards,<br />
the grain is dried on a kiln floor by means of<br />
heated air and sometimes also peat smoke,<br />
which creates the smoky or peaty flavor that<br />
characterizes some whiskeys.<br />
Next, the resulting malt is mashed and turns<br />
into a sort of whole-grain flour, which is<br />
called grist. Then, the grist is washed out<br />
in hot water and produces a white liquid<br />
consisting of water and starch.<br />
For further processing, the light, beer-like<br />
alcohol is distilled twice in a still and is then<br />
called wash. In Ireland, it is usually triple<br />
distilled.<br />
By law, the resulting whiskey has to age for at<br />
least three years in wooden casks. After this<br />
maturation period, it is diluted to its bottling<br />
strength, chill filtered, and bottled.<br />
This liquid, referred to as wort, is fermented<br />
with yeast in large vessels called washbacks.<br />
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Essential Definitions<br />
FROM AGE TO<br />
STRAIGHT WHISKEY<br />
AGE<br />
A whiskey has to age at least three years in<br />
wooden casks. In the United States, it must<br />
age at least two years and in oak casks. Malt<br />
whiskey usually ages a lot longer. The age<br />
statement on the label always marks the<br />
youngest whiskey in the bottle.<br />
AMERICAN WHISKEY<br />
Typically bourbon, although rye and other<br />
single malts are produced in small distilleries<br />
in the United States.<br />
ANGEL’S SHARE<br />
The content of a cask that has evaporated<br />
during the aging process. In Scotland, it<br />
is estimated that 2% of the total content<br />
evaporates per year.<br />
BLEND OR BLENDED WHISKEY<br />
A blend is a mixture of different whiskeys<br />
comprising a high share of a single grain<br />
whiskey and a smaller share of different<br />
single malts.<br />
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BOURBON<br />
An American whiskey, traditionally made<br />
in Kentucky, which has to be composed of<br />
at least 51% corn and aged in new, white<br />
American oak, charred barrels. Please, also<br />
see Page 28.<br />
CASKS<br />
In Scotland and Ireland, whiskey is generally<br />
filled into used casks. The majority are<br />
bourbon casks (barrels or hogsheads). Sherry<br />
casks are also very popular. Additionally, the<br />
use of former wine casks, for example port or<br />
other dessert wines, has increased.<br />
CASK STRENGTH<br />
The level of alcohol by volume that the<br />
whiskey has reached naturally after its<br />
maturation period.<br />
CHILL FILTERING<br />
It is a method for removing fatty acids<br />
in order to remove residue. It is rather<br />
controversial because this process is believed<br />
to sometimes affect the taste of the whiskey.<br />
When possible, we select non-chill filtered<br />
whiskeys at 43% volume.<br />
FINISHING<br />
Since the 1990s, finishing is a common<br />
method of pouring whiskey into a second<br />
cask after its maturation in the first cask. This<br />
process is called second maturation and the<br />
resulting malts are referred to as Doublewood.<br />
GRAIN WHISKEY<br />
Grain whiskey can be produced from any<br />
grain. Mostly, it is produced on a large scale<br />
and used for large, international whiskey<br />
brands because of its soft and appealing<br />
nature. Yet, if a good single grain whiskey<br />
ages for 20 or more years, it develops a<br />
fascinating flavor. Hence, aged single grain<br />
whiskeys are a market trend today. Please,<br />
also see Page 24.<br />
IRISH WHISKEY<br />
Ireland possesses a long tradition of whiskey<br />
production. One specialty is that almost all<br />
Irish whiskeys are distilled three times. Highquality,<br />
handcrafted single malts from Ireland<br />
are very popular at the moment. Please, also<br />
see Page 20.<br />
ISLAY<br />
An island of the Inner Hebrides of Scotland<br />
with eight active distilleries currently. This<br />
island became famous because of its very<br />
distinctive, peaty, and smoky whiskies.<br />
Please, also see Page 17.<br />
MALT<br />
Malt is gained from barley in a complex<br />
process. The mash of malt whiskey has<br />
to consist of 100% barley malt.<br />
SCOTCH WHISKY<br />
The following five variations can be<br />
distinguished according to the Scotch Whisky<br />
Regulations 2009:<br />
Single malt: A malt whisky that originates<br />
from just one distillery.<br />
Single grain: A grain whisky that originates<br />
from just one distillery.<br />
Blended scotch: A mixture of malt and grain<br />
whisky.<br />
Blended malt: A mixture of different single<br />
malt whiskies.<br />
Blended grain: A mixture of different single<br />
grain whiskies.<br />
SINGLE CASK<br />
If just one cask of a selected whiskey is filled<br />
separately, it is referred to as single cask.<br />
SPEYSIDE<br />
More than one-third of all Scottish distilleries<br />
are located in this region. As such, it is the<br />
core area for scotch. Please, also see Page 16.<br />
STRAIGHT WHISKEY<br />
This term is used in the context of bourbon,<br />
and it means “single whiskey.” It is a whiskey<br />
that is unblended and produced in just one<br />
distillery.<br />
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Orkney Islands<br />
Wolfburn<br />
Thurso<br />
Isle of Barra<br />
Abhainn Dearg<br />
Tarbert<br />
Harris<br />
Lewis<br />
Hebrides<br />
Islay<br />
Kilchoman<br />
Bruichladdich<br />
Stornoway<br />
Isle of Harris<br />
Bunnahabhain<br />
Caol Ila<br />
Skye<br />
Bowmore<br />
Port Charlotte<br />
Port Ellen<br />
Talisker<br />
Tobermory<br />
Old Bushmills<br />
Mull<br />
Jura<br />
Ardbeg<br />
Lagavulin<br />
Laphroaig<br />
Drumchork<br />
Ardnamurchan<br />
Isle of Jura<br />
Kintyre<br />
Aultbea<br />
Glen Scotia<br />
Glenlochy<br />
Arran<br />
Glengyle<br />
Springbank<br />
Campbeltown<br />
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C3<br />
Ben Nevis<br />
Fort William<br />
Alness<br />
Invergordon<br />
Ben Wyvis<br />
Teaninich<br />
Dalmore<br />
Glen Ord<br />
Royal Brackla<br />
Muir-of-Ord<br />
Inverness<br />
Glen Albyn<br />
Millburn<br />
Glen Mhor<br />
Glengoyne<br />
Loch Lomond<br />
Falkirk<br />
Rosebank<br />
Dumbarton<br />
Littlemill<br />
Auchentoshan<br />
Greenock<br />
Airdie<br />
H4<br />
H5<br />
Kinclaith<br />
Moffat<br />
Glasgow<br />
Ayr<br />
Kingussie<br />
Glenmorangie<br />
Tain<br />
Speyside<br />
Cairngorms<br />
E5<br />
E6<br />
Highlands<br />
Brechin<br />
Edradour<br />
North Port<br />
Pitlochry<br />
Glencadam<br />
Blair Athol<br />
Aberfeldy<br />
F3 F4<br />
F5<br />
F6<br />
F7<br />
Dundee<br />
Oban<br />
Ailsa Bay<br />
Ladyburn<br />
K4<br />
Balblair<br />
Brora<br />
Clynelish<br />
Tomatin<br />
Glenturret<br />
G5<br />
Doune<br />
Deanston<br />
Stirling<br />
Brora<br />
Crieff<br />
Blackford<br />
Tullibardine<br />
Alloa<br />
Perth<br />
Pulteney<br />
D3 D4<br />
D5<br />
D6<br />
D7<br />
St. Magdalene<br />
Linlithgow<br />
Wick<br />
Royal Lochnagar<br />
Balmoral<br />
Dalwhinnie<br />
E3 E4<br />
E7<br />
G3<br />
H3<br />
Isle of Arran<br />
A4<br />
B4<br />
C4<br />
G4<br />
J4<br />
A5<br />
Speyside<br />
G6<br />
H6<br />
Daftmill<br />
Speyside<br />
J5<br />
J6<br />
Lowlands<br />
K5<br />
Roseisle<br />
Glenglassaugh<br />
Glen Moray<br />
Buckie<br />
Linkwood<br />
Elgin<br />
Inchgower<br />
Banff<br />
Glenburgie<br />
Miltonduff<br />
Macduff<br />
BenRiach<br />
Benromach<br />
Mannochmore<br />
Forres Glenlossie Longmorn<br />
Dallas Dhu<br />
Nairn<br />
Glen Elgin<br />
Coleburn<br />
Auchroisk<br />
C5<br />
Glen C6 Grant<br />
C7<br />
Glentauchers<br />
Knockdhu<br />
Caperdonich<br />
Aultmore<br />
Mulben<br />
Glenrothes Rothes<br />
Keith<br />
Strathisla<br />
Knockando<br />
Glen Spey<br />
Glen Keith<br />
Tamdhu<br />
Speyburn<br />
Strathmill<br />
Imperial Cardhu Macallan Craigellachie<br />
Aberlour<br />
Dailuaine<br />
GlenDronach<br />
Dufftown<br />
Glenfarclas<br />
Huntly<br />
Glenfiddich<br />
Cragganmore<br />
Balvenie<br />
Kininvie<br />
Tormore<br />
Speyside<br />
Convalmore<br />
Ardmore<br />
Grantown Glenlivet<br />
Mortlach<br />
on Spey<br />
Glendullan<br />
Balmenach<br />
Tamnavulin Dufftown<br />
Tomintoul<br />
Pittyvaich Highlands<br />
Braeval<br />
Allt A' Bhainne<br />
Benrinnes<br />
D5<br />
D6<br />
Glenallachie D7<br />
K6<br />
River Spey<br />
St. Andrews<br />
Ladybank<br />
Ardmore<br />
GlenDronach<br />
Kingsbarns<br />
Haddington<br />
Edinburgh<br />
Pencaitland Glenkinchie<br />
H7<br />
J7<br />
K7<br />
Aberdeen<br />
Glenury Royal<br />
Stonehaven<br />
Fettercairn<br />
Oldmeldrum<br />
Glen Garioch<br />
Hillside/Glenesk<br />
Montrose<br />
Lochside<br />
Peterhead<br />
Glenugie<br />
Whisky from Scotland<br />
STRAIGHT FROM<br />
THE ISLAND<br />
Scotch whisky (Scots don’t use the “e” in whisky) is<br />
the classic whisky of all whiskies. Nowhere else is the<br />
variety of whiskies as splendid and fascinating as it is<br />
in Scotland. Here is a brief overview of the different<br />
whiskies according to their region.<br />
THE SPEYSIDE<br />
Alongside the river Spey in the middle of the Scottish<br />
Speyside area are 48 active whisky distilleries. As<br />
such, it is the heart of whisky production in Scotland.<br />
Some of the most classic and renowned single malts<br />
originate from this region. Here, the main focus<br />
lies on elegance and soft richness. Since the VOM<br />
FASS range of products is so extensive, we regularly<br />
include premium selections from distilleries in this<br />
area, such as Tormore, Glentauchers, Inchgower, and<br />
Benrinnes.<br />
Mac Spey Scotch Speyside Malt Whisky Blend,<br />
43% vol.<br />
Taste the quintessence of the Speyside area with<br />
our Mac Spey Scotch Blend. It is composed of<br />
delightful single malts from different distilleries. It is<br />
wonderfully elegant, and its lasting taste has earned<br />
great honor. In 2015, the German Agricultural<br />
Society awarded VOM FASS Mac Spey as Best<br />
Whisky in Contest.<br />
Co A<br />
Annandale
THE ISLAND ISLAY<br />
The popularity of the very peaty and smoky single<br />
malt whiskies from distilleries on the island of<br />
Islay is overwhelming. Yet, it is not surprising,<br />
since these whiskies mirror the rough beauty of<br />
the island. At VOM FASS, we offer rare batches<br />
and single casks from selected distilleries such as<br />
Bunnahabhain, Caol Ila, Laphroaig, or Bowmore.<br />
Cragabus Scotch Islay Blended Malt Whisky,<br />
43% vol.<br />
Taste the essence of Islay! The mysterious smoke<br />
of Islay can be found in this high-class blend of<br />
the most exquisite single malt whiskies from the<br />
famous distilleries of the island. This blend has<br />
a traditional nose of smoke, salt, and peat with<br />
the typical, complex taste of Islay and a finish<br />
that lasts for several minutes. It is a must-have<br />
for lovers of smoky, superior whisky. Awarded<br />
the Best Whisky in Contest 2014 by the German<br />
Agricultural Society.<br />
THE LOWLANDS<br />
The single malts from the Lowlands are often<br />
slightly milder and softer. Yet, they comprise<br />
a unique soft-spicy character. Our favorite<br />
is from the Auchentoshan distillery. You<br />
can almost always find one of its interesting<br />
whiskies in our product lineup.<br />
THE ISLANDS<br />
Whisky is distilled not only on the main land<br />
and on the island of Islay but also on many<br />
of the Scottish islands. Legally, the islands are<br />
attributed to the Highlands. Yet, this regulation<br />
is quite controversial. At VOM FASS, we offer<br />
regularly selected single malts from the best<br />
island distilleries.<br />
THE HIGHLANDS<br />
Not only are the Scottish Highlands enormously<br />
beautiful but they are the home of famous<br />
whiskies produced by first-class distilleries.<br />
At VOM FASS, we regularly offer single malts<br />
made by the best distilleries from this area.<br />
The Great Glen - Scotch Highlands Blended<br />
Malt Whisky, 8 years, 43% vol.<br />
Experience the mysticism of the Highlands with<br />
this blended malt whisky, which contains only<br />
the finest scotch single malt whisky that was<br />
distilled in some of the best Highlands distilleries<br />
of Scotland. It is named Great Glen, after the<br />
magnificent landscape that surrounds these<br />
distilleries. From the snow-capped mountains to<br />
the heather-covered valleys, it is the pure, clean<br />
water that flows beneath this land that gives this<br />
exceptional scotch malt whisky the rich, complex<br />
flavor it boasts. It has a red, golden color and an<br />
intensely spicy bouquet that creates a wonderful<br />
caramel and toffee touch if you add a dash of<br />
water, with a rich and strong spicy taste on the<br />
palate. It is no wonder it was awarded Gold at the<br />
International Spirits Competition.<br />
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VOM FASS Two Casks<br />
ONE PLUS ONE<br />
EQUALS AMAZING<br />
Are you looking for an exceptional blended<br />
malt scotch whisky with special character and<br />
history? Are you open to new ideas and admire<br />
outstanding quality in your glass? In that case,<br />
VOM FASS’s Two Casks is perfect for you!<br />
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TWO CASKS IS WHEN TWO<br />
SINGLES MEET AT A BAR<br />
What Is Two Casks?<br />
Two Casks is made up of two special single<br />
casks of the best single malts from selected<br />
distilleries, which are beautifully brought together<br />
for VOM FASS. Both casks complement each<br />
other perfectly to create a splendid malt whisky,<br />
which is unique and has an outstanding quality.<br />
Two Casks – How Old Are the Whiskies?<br />
Two Casks is made from ageless classics and<br />
no age is given.<br />
Why Two Casks?<br />
With Two Casks, we wanted to create a fascinating<br />
whisky that presents a clear flavor and provides<br />
premium quality. When only two casks are used,<br />
the amount available is then relatively small. Make<br />
sure to go pick up this whisky while it’s in stock.<br />
Take your time and enjoy this specialty; and then<br />
look forward to the next edition of Two Casks.<br />
Two Casks – Which Malts Are Used?<br />
We use one cask from the island of Islay and one<br />
from either the Highlands or Speyside. That way,<br />
the smokiness and roughness of Islay is combined<br />
with a cask full of richness and complexity.<br />
What Should You Expect from Two Casks?<br />
The malts used are always of outstanding quality<br />
and create a perfect harmony. Two Casks is made<br />
for discerning and joyful consumption. No matter<br />
if you are a whisky expert or a curious novice,<br />
Two Casks offers just the right taste for everyone<br />
who enjoys whisky.<br />
Two Casks – Now What?<br />
Just come by your nearest VOM FASS store and<br />
ask for Two Casks. We are happy to present the<br />
latest edition to you, as well as provide you a<br />
personal tasting. All that’s left is to choose the<br />
perfect size.<br />
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Whiskey from Ireland<br />
A BRIGHT<br />
GREEN LIGHT<br />
FOR WHISKEY<br />
Ireland is becoming known as<br />
a whiskey heaven. For more<br />
than two decades, we have<br />
been proud to be considered<br />
one of the leading providers<br />
for high-class Irish single<br />
malt whiskey. In Ireland,<br />
the whiskey is often distilled<br />
three times, which refines it<br />
to a perfect elegance.<br />
Jack (left) and Stephen Teeling<br />
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VOM FASS SINGLE MALTS<br />
THAT YOU NEED TO TRY<br />
“Stephen’s Choice” Irish Single Malt<br />
Whiskey, 5 years, 40% vol.<br />
This whiskey is sweet and malty. It has a wellbalanced<br />
body and a harmonic structure. On the<br />
tongue and palate, it is full and malty with a soft,<br />
nearly creamy taste experience. Specially selected<br />
by Stephen Teeling, one of the most renowned<br />
experts for Irish single malt whiskey.<br />
“Jack’s Choice” Irish Single Malt Whiskey,<br />
11 years, 43% vol., Sauternes Cask Finish<br />
Jack Teeling, one of the famous whiskey<br />
specialists of Ireland, together with VOM FASS,<br />
chose this wonderful aromatic and rich single malt<br />
whiskey. It is aged for 11 years and then refined<br />
for 3 months in sauternes casks. It is a must-have<br />
for whiskey lovers!<br />
“Brothers in Arms” Irish Single Malt<br />
Whiskey, 14 years, 43% vol.<br />
Jack and Stephen Teeling, famous Irish whiskey<br />
specialists, together with VOM FASS, chose a<br />
splendid single malt, the “Brothers in Arms”. It’s<br />
a marriage of aged Irish single malt whiskey, some<br />
matured in sherry butts and some in bourbon<br />
casks. The result is a balancing act between two<br />
cask types with toffee, caramel, and nuts all<br />
fighting for attention with a long spicy finish.<br />
OUR TIP:<br />
Besides these classics, VOM FASS regularly offers<br />
rare, special batches from Ireland. Some of the<br />
whiskeys are matured in noble port casks, some<br />
are very old – just come by your nearest VOM<br />
FASS store and ask for our Irish specialties. Our<br />
knowledgeable store tour guides will help you find<br />
the exact whiskey that you love.<br />
There are quite a few reasons not to drink<br />
whiskey neat; a delicious cocktail is one of<br />
them! Here is one of our favorite whiskey<br />
cocktails:<br />
Irish Whiskey Sour<br />
Ingredients: Serves 1<br />
• 2 oz. VOM FASS Irish Single Malt Whiskey<br />
• ½ - 1 oz. lime juice (depending on how sour<br />
you like it)<br />
• 1 oz. VOM FASS Fassmix Grenadine<br />
Directions:<br />
1. Put all of the ingredients together with ice<br />
cubes into a shaker, and shake thoroughly.<br />
2. Next, sieve the cocktail into a suitable glass<br />
(preferably a martini glass).<br />
Find more recipes at www.vomfassusa.com.<br />
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Irish Whiskey Liqueur<br />
A SWEET<br />
TEMPTATION<br />
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HANDCRAFTED<br />
BY VOM FASS<br />
Whiskey is one thing, but to choose an exquisite<br />
whiskey and create a splendid liqueur from it is<br />
one of the strengths of the VOM FASS Liqueur<br />
Factory. Only superior Irish single malt whiskeys<br />
form the foundation for this wonderful liqueur,<br />
which is then combined with fair trade cane sugar<br />
from Paraguay and Mauritius.<br />
The glass fills with a rich amber color; the nose<br />
develops a vanilla-like aroma surrounding the cask<br />
flavors with a pleasant, malty sweetness on the<br />
palate. Its finish is warm and lasting. It is a classic<br />
and one of the most awarded products for VOM<br />
FASS. Irish Whiskey Liqueur has been awarded<br />
the Gold medal of the German Agricultural<br />
Society in 2009, 2011, 2013, and 2015 and won<br />
another Gold at the International Spirits Award<br />
in 2015.<br />
OUR TIP:<br />
Liqueurs and whiskeys from VOM FASS are greatly<br />
appreciated gifts. We’re happy to assist you with your<br />
gifting needs at your nearest VOM FASS store.<br />
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Grains<br />
WHISKEY WITH A SOLID<br />
FOUNDATION<br />
Until recent years, nobody in the<br />
whiskey market was talking about<br />
so-called grain whiskey. It was<br />
simple and treated rather poorly.<br />
It was considered to be good<br />
enough to build the boring base<br />
of big brand whiskeys and then<br />
enhanced by high-quality malt<br />
whiskeys. Time to rethink.<br />
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The Grain Experience<br />
SLOW DOWN AND<br />
TASTE AWHILE<br />
Today’s grain whiskeys can be very favorably<br />
compared to a malt whisky if they are refined by<br />
experts or matured for decades. At VOM FASS,<br />
we have used our excellent relationships to offer<br />
you unique single grain whiskeys!<br />
“Against the Grain” Irish Single Grain<br />
Whiskey, 5 years, 40% vol.<br />
Grain whiskey tends to have a lighter flavor<br />
than malt whiskey and its principal purpose is to<br />
be mixed with the more flavorful malt whiskey<br />
to produce an easy-to-drink blended whiskey.<br />
However, at Teeling we aim to produce a grain<br />
whiskey that is good enough to drink on its own.<br />
By maturing our grain whiskey in former cabernet<br />
sauvignon and bourbon barrels, we have been able<br />
to create a bottling of our single grain whiskey for<br />
VOM FASS with very distinctive character called<br />
Against the Grain. This is a unique combination<br />
of aged Irish single grain whiskey containing a<br />
single grain matured 50% in bourbon barrels and<br />
50% in cabernet sauvignon wine barrels. Through<br />
this process, we are “going against the grain” by<br />
not using this to blend with malt, but instead,<br />
revealing that grain whiskey on its own is an<br />
extremely interesting and singular expression of<br />
Irish whiskey.<br />
OUR TIP:<br />
Besides this Irish whiskey, at VOM FASS we always<br />
offer more than 20-years-old single grain whisky from<br />
Scotland. So just ask specifically in your local VOM<br />
FASS store for this rarity and take the chance to<br />
personally taste it.<br />
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Blended Scotch<br />
A SUCCESS STORY<br />
At the end of the 19th century,<br />
phylloxera hit vineyards hard<br />
and the elite clubs of the British<br />
upper classes ran out of brandy,<br />
the favorite club spirit at the<br />
time. This shortage coincided<br />
with the first large production<br />
of grain whiskey blended with<br />
malt whiskey. This produced a<br />
pleasant and highly appreciated<br />
taste for the times.<br />
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WE UNDERSTAND<br />
FLUENT SCOTTISH<br />
These spirits spread rapidly throughout the British<br />
Empire and became the basis for the popularity<br />
and success of Scottish whisky today.<br />
As homage to these products and this time,<br />
VOM FASS presents:<br />
“The Gentlemen” Blended Scotch Whisky<br />
Scotch Whisky - This history is no dry topic.<br />
Maturing for decades, The Gentlemen is a highly<br />
complex and enduring Scottish whisky. It is<br />
composed from the best single malt and single<br />
grain whiskies available through selected world<br />
renowned distilleries. You will be captivated by<br />
its splendid, aromatic richness; its balance and<br />
complexity; and its profound flavor profiles.<br />
VOM FASS is proud to offer this distillate;<br />
crowned by its excellent lingering finish, this<br />
blend is a one-of-a-kind experience.<br />
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American Whiskey<br />
ENJOY OUR SELECTION OF AMERICAN<br />
WHISKEYS THAT ARE HANDCRAFTED RIGHT<br />
HERE IN THE UNITED STATES – WITH LOVE<br />
American Whiskey, 3 years, Madison,<br />
Wisconsin, 40% vol.<br />
This is a classic American corn-mash whiskey<br />
made by Yahara Bay Distillers in Madison. Our<br />
American Whiskey is full-bodied and sweet, with<br />
heavy notes of hardwoods, molasses, and aged<br />
vanilla. This whiskey is then perfected by aging<br />
it for 3 years in new American white oak casks.<br />
Rye Whiskey, 18 months, Madison,<br />
Wisconsin, 40% vol.<br />
VOM FASS Rye Whiskey is spicy, sweet,<br />
and smooth. Neat, straight up, or in a classic<br />
Manhattan, there’s no wrong way to enjoy this<br />
whiskey. You will absolutely love the versatility of<br />
this whiskey as soon as it touches your lips. Our<br />
Rye Whiskey is given its signature taste by aging<br />
for 18 months in American white oak. Made at<br />
Yahara Bay Distillers in Madison, Wisconsin.<br />
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Schon seit jeher schauen wir bei VOM FASS gern über den<br />
Tellerrand und suchen in aller Welt nach außergewöhnlichen<br />
Produkten. Gerade beim Whisky hat sich in den letzten Jahren<br />
enorm viel getan und so haben wir – neben dem Klassiker Bourbon<br />
– auch viele andere spannende, internationale Whiskys im<br />
American Bourbon Whiskey, Madison,<br />
Wisconsin, 40% vol.<br />
This artisan-distilled bourbon is a fine<br />
combination of Yahara Bay’s American Whiskey<br />
and carefully selected Kentucky bourbons that<br />
have been artfully blended. It is then matured for<br />
up to another two years in new, charred southern<br />
oak barrels. VOM FASS American Bourbon<br />
Whiskey offers lovely, radiant flavors and a fine,<br />
traditional finish. Try sipping this unique blend on<br />
its own or in your favorite whiskey cocktail.<br />
OUR TIP: Come by your local VOM FASS<br />
store and taste our American whiskeys! We are<br />
sure they will impress you.<br />
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Recipes with Whiskey<br />
PERFECT<br />
WITH FOOD<br />
Just drinking whiskey? Think again!<br />
Whiskey is also great in the kitchen. Try<br />
something new with VOM FASS.<br />
Try our Venison in Mango-Whiskey Sauce.<br />
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VENISON IN MANGO-WHISKEY SAUCE<br />
Ingredients:<br />
Serves 4<br />
• 4 venison steaks<br />
• ½ cup VOM FASS Single Malt Whiskey<br />
• 1 fresh mango<br />
• 1¼ cups game stock<br />
• 2 T. VOM FASS Grape Seed Oil<br />
• 2 T. crème fraîche<br />
• 2 T. VOM FASS Mango Balsam<br />
• VOM FASS Salt and Pepper<br />
Directions:<br />
1. Brush the steaks with your choice of VOM<br />
FASS Single Malt Whiskey on both sides, and<br />
let marinate for at least one hour.<br />
2. Peel the mango and cut the pulp into 1-inch<br />
cubes. Briefly boil the mango cubes in the<br />
game stock.<br />
3. Dry the venison with a paper towel and sauté<br />
both sides in Grape Seed Oil for 2 minutes.<br />
Take the meat out of the pan and wrap it into<br />
aluminum foil. Then, let it rest in the oven for<br />
at least 30 minutes at 175˚ F.<br />
4. Deglaze the venison pan by adding the<br />
remaining whiskey and the mango game stock,<br />
including the mango cubes. Stir in Mango<br />
Balsam and crème fraîche. (Be careful, as<br />
the mango cubes quickly become soft while<br />
cooking). Reduce the sauce to the preferred<br />
thickness.<br />
5. Take the meat out of the aluminum foil and<br />
place it on pre-warmed plates. Add any juices<br />
from the foil to the mango sauce. Serve steaks<br />
and sauce right away.<br />
OUR TIP:<br />
Serve venison with a red wine from VOM FASS.<br />
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Flavor Profile for VOM FASS Whiskey<br />
A TREASURE MAP<br />
FOR TASTE EXPLORERS<br />
At VOM FASS, you can sample our whiskeys to your<br />
heart’s content. We want to make sure that you only<br />
choose products to purchase that will delight you<br />
later on. To make the first steps simpler, have fun<br />
using our VOM FASS whiskey chart.<br />
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Cragabus<br />
SMOKY<br />
Laphroaig<br />
Caol Ila<br />
Bowmore<br />
Two Casks<br />
Isle of Jura<br />
American<br />
Whiskey<br />
Braeval<br />
Great Glen<br />
LIGHT<br />
Auchentoshan<br />
Brothers in Arms<br />
Against<br />
the Grain<br />
Dailuaine<br />
RICH<br />
Mac Spey<br />
Fettercairn<br />
Glengoyne<br />
Jack’s Choice<br />
Craigellachie<br />
Blair Athol<br />
Stephen’s Choice<br />
American<br />
Bourbon<br />
Rye Whiskey<br />
SOFT, ELEGANT, FRUITY<br />
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