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Twice The Temptation (Amber Lane Distillery)

Twice The Temptation (Amber Lane Distillery)

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Some collaborations are good.
This one is downright dangerous.

Whisky In Isolation and Amber Lane Distillery return with their second collaboration release: Twice The Temptation - a whisky born from bold ideas, exceptional casks, and the refusal to play it safe.

This release began with something already special: our original collaboration, Garden Of Temptation (see reviews). A richly layered whisky matured in sherry casks before receiving a powerful finish in an ex-Tempranillo wine cask from acclaimed Hunter Valley producer Vinden Wines.

But instead of bottling every drop… we held some back.

What followed was an experiment driven by curiosity, patience, and trust in the process. The remaining whisky was married with spirit of a similar age inside a carefully selected 200L ex-Heaven Hill Bourbon cask that we deliberately chose not to re-char. Then we waited.

For almost two more years.

The result is a whisky that feels deeper, darker and even more seductive than the original release, where decadent sherry richness, dark berries, soft oak, spice and bourbon influence come together in remarkable balance.

This whisky captures everything we love about working with Amber Lane Distillery. Bold flavour. Creative risk-taking. And an uncompromising obsession with producing memorable whisky.

Amber Lane has quickly established itself as one of Australia’s most awarded distilleries, earning major accolades including Champion Whisky of Show and Best Spirit of Show at the Royal Australian Spirits Awards, alongside multiple international gold medals. Working alongside Rod Berry and Head Distiller Phil Townsend once again has been an absolute pleasure - because whenever we get together, interesting things tend to happen.

Bottle Size: 500ml

ABV: 57.0% ABV

Outturn: 96 bottles

Distillery Tasting Notes

Nose: Jammy, floral, strawberry cream

Palate: Brings together all the best features of the sherry, red wine and bourbon casks. Red berry notes from the red wine casks, coupled with rancio notes from the sherry and then honey sweetness from the bourbon. And somehow in all that you get Cherry Cola.

Finish: Long, warming, sweet & floral.

Our Tasting Notes

Nose: An indulgent and layered nose that opens with peach yoghurt, ripe stone fruit and red berries before moving into soft leather, dark honey and polished oak. Underneath sits a subtle earthy richness reminiscent of old wine cellars, dried figs and cocoa dust, with the bourbon cask influence bringing gentle vanilla warmth and roundness.

Palate: Rich, textural and wonderfully balanced between sweet and savoury. Waves of dark fruits, gooey honey and stewed berries are met with more unexpected umami notes — think charred red capsicum tart, walnut oil and savoury pastry warmth. Dark chocolate bitterness weaves through the mid-palate, adding depth and structure against the sweeter fruit-driven notes. The sherry and Tempranillo influence bring richness and intensity, while the Heaven Hill bourbon cask softens and ties everything together with caramelised oak, spice and a luxurious mouthfeel.

Finish: Long, warming and mouth-coating. Sticky lips, lingering dark fruit sweetness and soft oak spice slowly build into a sweet chilli heat that gently reminds you of the whisky’s 57% ABV. Dark chocolate, savoury spice and honeyed richness linger beautifully, with the warming bourbon character refusing to let go.

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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 😀