Kurio by Lark Distilling Co Crimson Jam Blended Tasmanian Malt Whisky 700ml
“KURIO, Crimson Jam, blends exceptional Tasmanian Single Malts, uniquely finished in Tasmanian cherry and sparkling wine – seasoned casks.
Vibrant, full – flavored, and versatile, this whisky offers a perfect balance of jammy sweetness and smooth apple – wood smoke.
Serve neat or over ice, go High Ball or Old Fashioned. Just do what excites you. This is whisky for the curious by the curious.
The palate reveals honeyed apricot, a hint of nutmeg, and indulgent black forest cake. The finish is a luscious medley of cherry jam, custard, and velvety mocha.” – Lark Distilling Co
“The latest project from Lark Distilling Co. is Kurio, a blended malt whisky, finished in ‘cherry and sparkling wine seasoned casks.’ Lark has a long history of finishing their whiskies in interesting ways, and it’s nice to see one of these in a 700ml format for a reasonable price. Tasmania produces both excellent cherries and sparkling wine, so there’s some synergy there, too. The nose on this whisky is cask-forward yet soft, with plenty of rich red fruitiness. There’s really good integration and no rough edges, although with cherries and sparkling wine the headlines on the label, a bit more brightness and fun might be nice. Sweet and easy drinking with a lot less oak on the palate than the nose would suggest, this is a really well-made and enjoyable whisky without being particularly complex. Still, I doubt this bottle will last long on my shelf” – 94 points – Fred Siggins, James Halliday’s Australian Wine Companion
