A NEW blended whisky has been launched by The Lakes Distillery, on the shore of Bassenthwaite Lake.
The One Signature Blend is described as a "complex and balanced" spirit with hints of treacle, light spice, honey-roasted nuts and stone fruit.
The blend features The Lakes Single Malt and Scotch grain and malt whiskies from the Highlands, Speyside and Islay.
It has been designed to showcase the expertise of whisky maker Dhavall Gandhi, and the role of wooden casks in creating flavour.
Mr Gandhi said: "At The Lakes, we use bespoke oak casks seasoned with oloroso sherry, as well as the sweeter styles of PX and cream and the drier fino. Others once held tawny and ruby port, and orange and red wine, creating yet more flavour options.
“By knowing each cask intimately, and how the flavours are evolving, we are creating a collection of fine blended whiskies which bring to light the impact of oak on whisky flavour.”
The distillery, at Setmurthy, attracts more than 100,000 visitors each year.
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