Thomson Whisky New Zealand LtdThe Heart Cut

A five-year-old New Zealand single malt whisky from Thomson Whisky, bottled from a single bourbon cask at a robust 50.8% ABV. For a novice drinker, that usually means a more individual bottling with clear cask influence and a fuller, more concentrated style.

Bourbon cask maturation commonly brings notes such as vanilla, oak, and gentle sweetness, while the relatively young age can give the whisky a lively, energetic character. The higher strength may benefit from a small splash of water.