"“We’re trying to create a definition of what an Australian whisky can be. We have local grain, local barley, local water and, most importantly, these barrels.”And that’s a key here — the distillery has access to a near-endless range (in style and age) of fortified wine barrels. So even though...
"Morris Whisky has shot to the top of our list when it comes to Australian whiskies, and the tasting notes are accurate when describing palates that are big, bold, and sweet but not overly so. Grab the premium Australian Single Malt Muscat Barrel Whisky to get the best taste here,...
Posted on October 27, Drinks AdventuresBy JAMES ATKINSON Morris has introduced Sherry Barrel as the third permanent whisky in its range, while declaring its commitment to historic naming conventions for Australian fortified wines. Bottled at 46 per cent ABV, Morris Sherry Barrel was matured in ex-red wine casks prior to finishing in...
Posted on October 26 2022, The ShoutBy SEAMUS MAY Morris Whisky has produced a whisky finished in barrels that have previously held Morris of Rutherglen 10 Year Aged Amber Apera (Sherry). The whisky is a single malt made entirely out of Australian ingredients, and is first matured in a combination of French and American...
Posted on October 11 2022, Drinks AdventuresBy JAMES ATKINSON Podcast Link Master distiller John McDougall is one of very few people who has made whisky in every one of Scotland’s distilling regions. That’s Campbeltown, Islay, Highland, Speyside and Lowland — for iconic brands like Laphroaig, Balvenie and Springbank. More recently, he’s had a...
Posted on August 9 2022, Bars and ClubsBy ANDY YOUNG Morris Whisky has unveiled its latest offering: a single malt whisky aged in heavily charred Muscat fortified wine casks. Morris’s Head Distiller, Darren Peck, explained the process behind this whisky. “Here at Morris, we really appreciate heavily smoked whiskies but also know...
Posted on August 8 2022, Drinks DigestBy ALANA HOUSE Morris Whisky has unveiled its most premium offering yet – a limited-edition Smoked Muscat Whisky. The new release showcases three unique elements: Morris Australian single malt whisky, heavily-charred oak and award-winning fortified Muscat barrels. Born from a collaboration between Morris’ Head Distiller...
Posted on August 1 2022, Boss HuntingBy CHRIS SINGH Venerable Victorian winery, Morris of Rutherglen, made waves earlier this year when the high country icon announced its very first collection of Morris Whisky. Morris Wines has been a respected label since it was established in 1859, primarily known for producing...
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Published June 30 2021, Boothby By SAM BYGRAVE Bottles of Note: Morris Australian Single Malt Signature Whisky From Morris of Rutherglen comes Morris Whisky — here's what we know (and what we think) about the Morris Australian Single Malt Signature Whisky. From time to time, interesting bottles cross our desk;...
Published June 27 2021, Good Food Magazine By JAMES ATKINSON Making whisky hadn't occurred to John Casella when he stepped in to buy renowned fortified winemaker, Morris of Rutherglen, in 2016. "The acquisition was made to save an Australian icon," he says. "But when we walked through the place, there...
Posted on June 22, 2021, Food Mag By ALEXANDRA COOPER Morris, Australian fortified wine brand, has entered the whisky market through the launch of two premium whiskies this month – Morris Australian Single Malt Signature Whisky and Australian Single Malt Muscat Barrel Whisky. Crafted at world-renowned Morris of Rutherglen, Morris Australian Single Malt...
Posted on June 8, 2021, Drinks Digest By ALANA HOUSE Morris is entering the Australian whisky market with the launch of two premium whiskies in June 2021: Morris Australian Single Malt Signature Whisky and Australian Single Malt Muscat Barrel Whisky. The launch comes at a time when both the Australian...
Posted on June 8, 2021, Drinks Trade By IONI DOHERTY In a project that started five years ago, some of the most highly regarded whisky experts in the world have come together with internationally renowned and award winning fortified wine producers, the Morris family, to craft two uniquely Australian single...
Posted on June 8, 2021, Bars & Clubs By ANDY YOUNG The world of Australian Single Malt Whiskies has welcomed a new significant player, with award-winning fortified wine maker Morris of Rutherglen releasing two premium whiskies this month. Morris Australian Single Malt Signature Whisky and Australian Single Malt Muscat Barrel Whisky are...
