Thy Whisky PX Shared Cask No 445 Single Malt Dansk Whisky 50 cl 60%

Pedro Ximenez. The sweetest sherry that exists. Thy Whisky PX Shared Cask No 445 is a Danish single malt finished in a PX sherry cask – and bottled directly without dilution.

Expert description

Thy Whisky PX Shared Cask No 445 is a Danish Single Malt Whisky bottled at cask strength 60% in a 50 cl bottle. Distilled and matured at Thy Whisky Distillery in Thy. PX refers to Pedro Ximenez – an intensely sweet Spanish sherry grape variety used to season casks that give the whisky an extraordinary sweetness and dried fruit complexity. Cask No. 445 is a Shared Cask: bottled for a group of private co-cask owners.

60% cask strength with PX influence is a fascinating combination. The sherry softens the alcohol and adds a natural sweetness that balances the strength surprisingly well.

Tasting notes

Nose

Rich and sweet with raisin, fig, dark honey and light spices. The PX cask dominates but in a pleasant, inviting way.

Palate

Intense sweetness with dark dried fruit, chocolate and light oak warmth. The strength is carried well by the natural PX sweetness.

Finish

Long and soft with persistent sweetness and light dryness. An unusual finish for a 60% whisky.

Specifications

Name: Thy Whisky PX Shared Cask No 445
Distillery: Thy Whisky
Region/Country: Thy, Denmark
Type: Danish Single Malt Whisky
ABV: 60%
Size: 50 CL
Cask type: Finished in PX sherry cask
Cask strength: Yes
Non-chill filtered: Yes
Natural colour: Yes

Flavour profile

PX Sherry · Cask strength · Raisin · Dark fruit · Sweet

Did you know?

Pedro Ximenez grapes are sun-dried into raisins before being pressed and fermented into sherry. This creates a natural sweetness and a concentration of dried fruit aromas that is unique in the sherry world – and that leaves a distinctive impression on the whisky that finishes in these casks.

Frequently asked questions about Thy Whisky PX Shared Cask No 445

What is a PX sherry cask?

PX stands for Pedro Ximenez – a very sweet type of sherry made from sun-dried grapes. The casks that have matured PX sherry impart an intense sweetness, dark fruit and raisin character to the whisky that finishes in them. PX casks are known for giving one of the most distinctive and sweet sherry finishes in whisky.

What does the PX cask do to Thy Whisky No 445?

The PX cask contributes raisin, fig, dark honey and chocolate notes. It also softens the high alcohol intensity of the 60% and gives a softer and more sweet mouthfeel than you would normally expect from a whisky at that strength.

Is PX Shared Cask No 445 chill filtered?

No, it is bottled at cask strength 60% without chill filtration and with natural colour. This gives the full flavour and texture experience from the PX cask.

What is the difference between PX and Oloroso sherry casks?

PX casks give an intensely sweet, fruity and raisin-influenced finish. Oloroso casks are dry and nutty and give a more complex but less sweet profile. Both are excellent for whisky finishing – they just give very different flavours.

Is PX Shared Cask No 445 limited?

Yes. It is a single Shared Cask and is produced in a very limited number of bottles. Discontinued Shared Cask numbers from Thy Whisky do not return.

Can I enjoy PX Shared Cask No 445 as a dessert spirit?

Yes, it is excellent with desserts, dark chocolate and blue cheese. The sweet PX profile at 60% is a natural match for intense sweet combinations.