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Rumbled (Old Kempton Distillery)

Rumbled (Old Kempton Distillery)

$185.00 AUD
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For the Bruichladdich Classic Laddie fans. Malt-forward, slightly funky, a little coastal and definitely not a big sticky dessert whisky.

This is a really interesting whisky which highlights the Old Kempton spirit style through a highly unusual cask.

The second fill rum cask has let the spirit mature, mellow, and take on subtle influences from the wood - which has resulted in a enticing and unusual whisky that showcases spirit elements more than is typical of Australian whiskies. 

And the best bit? This whisky wasn't actually supposed to exist.

We had never actually planned to refill the cask, which matured 'Ready To Rumble' one of our very first releases. This was purely because it was such a small cask and we had moved to larger formats. Three and a half years later, we're rather bloody pleased it was.

Bottle Size: 500ml

ABV: 55% ABV

Outturn: 38 bottles (until the angels had their way)

Distillery Tasting Notes

Nose: Sweet with barley sugar, straw, vanilla, and lemon peel. 

Palate: Malt, gentle oak, raw sugar, and preserved pears.

Finish: Oak shavings, dried rose petal, and a minerally spice. 

Our Tasting Notes

Nose: Hay shed, boiled barley sugar sweets and vanilla pods. Sweet, malty and just a little bit rustic.

Palate: Barley sugar comes charging through from the nose, followed by green banana funk, raw coconut and a creamy mouthfeel. Big, spirit-forward flavours with plenty of weight from the 55% ABV.

Finish: A lovely twist at the end. Salty and mineral, cutting straight through the sweetness.

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Customer Reviews

Overall rating: 4.9 / 5 from 13 reviews.

A very happy accident! Delicious, tropical and fruity. A great addition to the collection.

Wilfred S. 5/5 Verified

Rumbled (Old Kempton Distillery)

What an absolute cracker of a whisky! 10 out of 5 I've had some great Australian whisky and Justin continues to deliver top shelf drams....incredibly top....top of the top!! From the first sip, I knew this was another winner. Beautifully smooth, rich and creamy, with a sweetness that gives way to a slightly salty finish. At 55%, it's got plenty of punch, but it's so well balanced that it's dangerously easy to drink. Just a seriously enjoyable whisky that keeps you coming back for another sip...and why it sits right next to my 'thinking' chair! I managed to grab two bottles, one to enjoy now and one to put away for later...which may end up being sooner than later! Justin, you've absolutely knocked this one out of the park. This is exactly why I love your whisky. Well played. An absolute belter. 🥃

Daniel B. 5/5 Verified

Rumbled (Old Kempton Distillery)

Great exploration of elevage, providence and Amber Lanes great backbones. Can’t wait for the final chapter in this trilogy.

Andrew C. 5/5 Verified

Twice The Temptation (Amber Lane Distillery)

Store owner replied: Thanks for the continued support mate. Great fun working with Rod at Amber Lane as you know. The final part will be another banger we promise!

Customer photo review of Supernova (Killara Distillery)

What a delicious dram. Complex and unique.

Jarred T. 5/5 Verified

Supernova (Killara Distillery)

Store owner replied: We are so excited to be on the back bar at Bo Gurks mate! Thanks for supporting local. Love your work 🥰

Customer photo review of You Don't Know Jacques (Hobart Whisky)

I first tasted this whisky at Whisky on the Murray and it doesn’t disappoint when opening my bottle. There is sharp oak from the French oak cask but mellowed by the ex Bourbon cask finishing.

Philip L. 5/5 Verified

You Don't Know Jacques (Hobart Whisky)

Store owner replied: Great to meet you at Whisky On The Murray mate. Hopefully see you next year? Excellent photos too!

There are not enough superlatives for Supernova. Quite simply Justin has raised the bar yet again. This one will not last very long.

Anne-marie P. 5/5 Verified

Supernova (Killara Distillery)

Store owner replied: Well it didn't last long on the website that's for sure!! Thanks for the support Anne-Marie 🙏

Delicious

Chris K. 5/5 Verified

Supernova (Killara Distillery)

Store owner replied: Thanks mate. And thanks for the continued support 👊

Delicious and unctuous!

Tim D. 5/5 Verified

Supernova (Killara Distillery)

Store owner replied: So glad you love it mate. Appreciate the review 👍

It is a nice proper whiskey with plenty of hidden flavours

S J. 4/5 Verified

Twice The Temptation (Amber Lane Distillery)

Store owner replied: Really appreciate you leaving a review mate. Glad you are discovering lots with this dram!

The order process was flawless, whisky is brilliant.

Ranjan K. 5/5 Verified

Supernova (Killara Distillery)

Store owner replied: Thanks so much for your support mate! Glad you love it 😀