Description
Thomson Whisky and Ex-Bourbon Barrel-aged Single Malt information:
Thomson Whisky, based in Riverhead, Auckland, seek to satisfy the treasure hunter within. Committed to quality over volume Thomson Whisky release only a limited number of hand-selected whiskies each year and is proudly 100% NZ owned and operated.
Thomson love what they do; making craft whisky for the modern enthusiast. Artisan. Premium. Progressive. By traditional methods for contemporary ends – it’s all about a passion for the spirit, creativity, and respect for the process.
This years selection comes from Mat Thomsons extensive barrel room. Aged in an ex-Bourbon Barrel American Oak barrel and made from 100% New Zealand grown malted barley, this is unsmoked NZ single malt whisky at natural cask strength. It’s a naturally sweet and flavourful whisky with notes of licorice, tannins and sweet woodiness.
Cacao origin information:Located in Bundibugyo, Western Uganda, Semuliki Forest cacao is grown by 3,400 organic smallholder farmers in the region, 52% of whom are women.
Latitude Trade Co. (LTC), the company that prepares and exports this cacao, is a registered B Corporation and operates a wide network of rural collection points where they purchase high quality wet cacao, paying at least 20% more to producers than other buyers in Uganda.
LTC always pays cash on delivery, with transparent pricing and certified weighing scales. The company offers an incredible variety of services to producers, ranging from agronomic and financial literacy trainings, to microfinance, insurance, support in opening bank accounts. Latitude is a leader in traceability, offering full traceability for every kg in every container shipped.
