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Whiskey Review: Armorik Classic Breton Single Malt

We review Armorik Classic Breton Single Malt. It's produced by Distillerie Warenghem in Brittany, the very northwest corner of France.

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Armorik Classic Single Malt

Tasting Notes

About:

100% French malted barley double distilled in traditional copper stills. Aged in ex-bourbon barrels and some refill Spanish sherry butts. 92 proof (46%ABV). $57 average price per 750ml.
Appearance:
Dried grass hues giving way to light gold. Clear and devoid of any turbidity
Nose:
Green apple, jalapeño, and savory herb, like you’re strolling through an orchard and garden
Palate:
Warm, spiced green apple, then warm honey sweetness mixes delicately. The medium finish has a hint of smoke, although never overpowering. Almost like chamomile tea with a kick.
Finish:
Comments:
The tasting of this whiskey caught me in the middle of a record-setting heat wave in the Pacific Northwest, I’m talking street-cone-melting hot! Everyone and everything around me is miserable. But tasting this whiskey certainly was not. Call it a serendipitous coincidence that I’m sampling this at such a time, but this certainly is a whiskey for that occasion. It’s light, but has some character. It’s sweet, but could be enjoyed as an aperitif. However you enjoy it, it’s definitely hitting the spot right now.

Editor’s Note: This whiskey was either bought as a sample by The Whiskey Wash or provided to us as a review sample by the party behind it. Per our editorial policies, this in no way influenced the outcome of this review.

Jason Marshall

Jason Marshall has dedicated his career to championing and mentoring bartenders, fostering an environment where fresh talent and innovative ideas thrive. Through this process, he has cultivated his own creativity, nurtured aspiring individuals who have pursued their passions, and organized cocktail competitions with a focus on community engagement. A certified Executive Bourbon Steward, Jason currently holds the position of Officer and Board Member of The Oregon Bartenders Guild USBG/Oregon.

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