Bimber Shoulders Of Giants Claude The Impressionist is a specific single malt whisky release from the Bimber Distillery in London. It is part of their highly regarded and collectible “Shoulders of Giants” series.
Here’s a detailed breakdown of this particular bottling:
The Honoree: The whisky is a tribute to the renowned French artist Claude Monet, one of the founders of Impressionism. The name and artwork on the bottle are inspired by his visionary work and masterful use of light and colour.
Whisky Details:
Cask Type: This whisky was matured in a single ex-bourbon cask. Bimber’s new-make spirit is known for its fruit-forward character, which pairs well with the vanilla and sweet notes from bourbon barrels.
Proof: It is bottled at a cask strength of 57% ABV (Alcohol by Volume).
Bottles Produced: It was a very limited release, with only 279 bottles available.
Bimber Shoulders of Giants (cask 396) - Claude The Impressionist
Tasting Notes for Claude - The Impressionist (Cask 396):
- Nose: Lemon drizzle cake, heather honey, sultanas.
- Palate: Spiced baked apples, white pepper, and delicate, fruity notes.
- Profile: A delicate, artistic expression matured in an ex-bourbon cask, reflecting the style of Claude Monet.
- Details: 279 bottles produced, 57% ABV
+-+Claude+The+Impressionist){kind=link}