{"product_id":"waiheke-whisky-cantankerous-700ml","title":"Waiheke Whisky Cantankerous 700mL","description":"\u003cp\u003eCantankerous is Waiheke Whisky at its most indulgent: a non‑peated single malt matured across three cask types: virgin American oak, refill bourbon, and a final flourish of muscat. \u003cbr\u003eThe result is layered and luxurious, with vanilla, caramel, and light spice from the oak, mellow corn sweetness from the bourbon, and a muscat finish that brings ripe red fruits, nuttiness, and brown sugar. Expect aromas of tinned fruit, leather, and Christmas cake, and a palate that’s rich, moreish, and unmistakably shaped by the island’s coastal influence. Awarded Best in Class at the Drammys 2024 and Best in Category\/Double Gold at the NZ Spirits Awards, this limited release shows exactly why Waiheke Whisky has become one of New Zealand’s most exciting distilleries. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWaiheke Whisky is New Zealand’s coastal pioneer of single malt, born from a dream on Waiheke Island in the Hauraki Gulf. Founded in 2010 by Mark and Ro Izzard with friends, the distillery blends Kiwi ingenuity with Scottish tradition, using organic NZ malted barley, local peat, and aquifer water touched by ocean salinity. Their copper pot stills, uniquely designed with geodesic engineering, create a spirit of clarity and elegance. Maturation takes place in a mix of bourbon and wine casks, often sourced from Waiheke’s own vineyards, giving the whiskies a distinctly local character. \u003cbr\u003eSustainability is central: recycled glass, lighter bottles, and a commitment to innovation ensure Waiheke Whisky is as forward-thinking as it is rooted in place. With international awards and growing acclaim, the brand has become a beacon of New Zealand’s emerging whisky scene.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e700mL | 48%ABV\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Waiheke Whiskey","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54581610741973,"sku":"12292","price":449.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/3447\/6757\/files\/Waiheke-Whisky-Cantankerous-700mL.png?v=1787281009","url":"https:\/\/neatdrinks.co.nz\/products\/waiheke-whisky-cantankerous-700ml","provider":"Neat","version":"1.0","type":"link"}