Holyrood Brewers Series NM03 Chocolate Malt New Make 50 cl 60%

Edinburgh's first new malt distillery in nearly 100 years experiments with chocolate-like malt.

Expert description

Holyrood Brewers Series NM03 Chocolate Malt New Make is an unaged new make spirit made from chocolate malt, drawn straight after distillation, bottled at 60%. Holyrood Distillery opened in 2019 as the first single malt distillery in central Edinburgh since 1925. The distillery was founded by Canadian couple Rob and Kelly Carpenter along with former Macallan master distiller David Robertson, and is housed in a renovated 'engine shed' that was once part of the Innocent Railway terminus. The distillery is known for experimenting with yeast strains sourced from the city's breweries.

Tasting notes

Nose

The nose is rich with toasted malt, cocoa and a hint of caramel.

Palate

The palate is intense and grainy with chocolate malt and pronounced alcohol strength.

Finish

The finish is short, toasted and lightly bitter.

Specifications

Name: Holyrood Brewers Series NM03 Chocolate Malt New Make
Distillery: Holyrood Distillery
Region/Country: Edinburgh, Scotland
Type: New Make Spirit
ABV: 60%
Size: 50 CL
Series: Brewers Series NM03

Flavour profile

Toasted · Cocoa · Intense · Grainy

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Frequently asked questions about Holyrood Brewers Series NM03 Chocolate Malt New Make

What's special about Holyrood Distillery?

It's the first single malt distillery in central Edinburgh since 1925, founded in 2019 by a Canadian couple and a former Macallan master distiller.

What is 'new make' spirit?

It's the unfinished, unaged spirit that comes straight from the still, before it has been matured in casks and can officially be called whisky.

How is Holyrood Brewers Series NM03 Chocolate Malt New Make best served?

New make spirit is typically enjoyed in small amounts, neat, to experience its raw character before cask maturation.

What is 'chocolate malt'?

It's a type of malt roasted heavily, originally used in brewing for dark beers, giving the spirit a pronounced cocoa and toasted character.

How should Holyrood Brewers Series NM03 Chocolate Malt New Make 50 cl 60% be stored?

Standing upright, cool and dark, like any other spirits bottle. Once opened, the contents keep best if enjoyed within a year or so.

Is Holyrood Brewers Series NM03 Chocolate Malt New Make 50 cl 60% a good gift idea?

Yes, Holyrood Brewers Series NM03 Chocolate Malt New Make 50 cl 60% is a natural choice for anyone who appreciates craftsmanship and characterful flavour experiences — especially for the whisky enthusiast keen to explore beyond the most familiar names.