Cotswolds Distillery is delighted to announce the release of the sixth expression in its Hearts and Crafts series, Hearts and Crafts Calvados Single Malt Whisky.
For this limited-edition release, Cotswolds Distillery Single Malt Whisky has matured in hand-selected Calvados casks, delivering rich notes of orchard fruits and a gentle, lingering sweetness that beautifully reflects the essence of traditional craftsmanship. A lighter, fruit forward and accessible whisky which is an elegant celebration of subtlety, sweetness and skilled maturation.
This sixth expression in the series is limited to just 1500 bottles and they all come in a presentation tube adorned with a striking green floral design, which is also on the bottle neck tag. This design is inspired by the artwork of William Morris, a prolific and innovative designer who was one of the leaders of the Arts and Crafts Movement and spent much of his time in the summer in his Cotswolds home, Kelmscott Manor.
This yearly limited-edition series celebrates the Arts & Crafts movement, which flourished in the Cotswolds in the late 19th century and stood for the importance of traditional craftsmanship – the same values upon which the rural distillery was built. This latest expression embodies this spirit, meticulously crafted, thoughtfully matured, and undeniably inspired by the creative soul of the Cotswolds.
- Tasting Notes: A fragrant bouquet of fresh orchard apples and caramelised brown sugar rises immediately from the glass
- Nose: Subtle notes of poached pear, baked pastry, and a gentle hint of oak bring warmth and depth to the nose, evoking the aroma of a rustic apple tart straight from the oven
- Palette: Delightfully sweet, this dram opens with pronounced stewed apple and sticky toffee pudding. Hints of vanilla custard and golden sultanas emerge mid-palate, adding softness and richness
- Finish: Clean and balanced, tapering gently into light wood spice with a trace of cinnamon and nutmeg. Lingering flavours of dried apple and sweet malt give it a graceful conclusion without overwhelming the palate
- ABV: 55% | RRP: £100 for a 70cl bottle
Available to buy exclusively online from the Cotswolds Distillery and from the distillery shop and its two satellite stores in Broadway and Bourton-on-the-Water from 5th May 2025.
