WHISKEYS FROM THE CASK

WHISKEYS FROM THE CASK
A GUIDE FOR CONNOISSEURS

WHISKEY INVOLVES
LONG WORKING DAYS AND
MANY ENJOYABLE NIGHTS
Dear Whiskey Lovers,
There are few distilled spirits as complex as a high-quality whiskey. During
the past few years, whiskey has once again seen a strong increase in demand.
Currently, whiskey distillers from Scotland, Ireland and the United States offer
not only classic whiskey but an incredibly wide range of other products.
VOM FASS has fostered relationships with the most renowned distilleries for
several decades. These friendly ties have enabled us to offer hand-picked products
with a unique standard, now available at VOM FASS. And, it’s easy to taste your
favourite whiskey simply by visiting your nearest store to sample the wide variety.
But, for now, please enjoy!
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CONTENTS
EDITOR’S NOTE PAGE 03
WHISKEY FROM THE CASK PAGE 06
WHISKEY: A LONG JOURNEY TO YOUR GLASS PAGE 08
WHISKEY HISTORY PAGE 10
PRODUCTION PAGE 13
ESSENTIAL DEFINITIONS PAGE 14
WHISKY FROM SCOTLAND PAGE 16
VOM FASS TWO CASKS PAGE 18

FASSZINATION WHISKEY PAGE 20
WHISKEY FROM IRELAND PAGE 22
IRISH SINGLE MALT WHISKEY LIQUEUR PAGE 24
INTERNATIONAL WHISKEY PAGE 26
GRAINS PAGE 28
BLENDED SCOTCH PAGE 30
RECIPES WITH WHISKEY PAGE 32
FLAVOUR PROFILE PAGE 34

Whiskey From the Cask
A PERFECT WHISKEY IS PRODUCED
IN THE BEST DISTILLERIES
AND ALWAYS CASK MATURED
We love whiskey at VOM FASS, and we
exercise this love by spending a lot of
time selecting the best ones for you. We
hand-pick every whiskey carefully and
add refining touches to it before we fill
the casks and send them off on their
journey to your nearest VOM FASS store.
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WHISKEY IS A WONDERFUL EXPERIENCE
AND IT STARTS IN OUR TASTING ROOM
In-Store Tasting
Explore the world of whiskey at VOM FASS by
stepping into our beautiful European-style tasting
room at your local VOM FASS. Sample a wide
range of products, and make sure everything you
bring home is perfectly suited to you. You’ll feel
like a kid in a candy store as you let your taste
buds explore the world of VOM FASS!
Experience Excellence
Every product has a story at VOM FASS. We have
been in contact with distinguished distilleries for
decades. We visit our suppliers on a regular basis
and foster a close relationship with them. This
way, we can tell you the stories of our producers,
and we can assure the products you buy are of
excellent quality. Our search for the best whiskeys
and relationships allow us to offer exceptionally
rare and outstanding products. Let your taste buds
be intrigued as you learn the rich stories behind
each product.
Our Warehouses in Scotland
VOM FASS has stayed ahead of the curve and
established two warehouses of our own in
Scotland. The warehouses store young and old
whiskies, chosen from selected distilleries.
There, the whiskeys mature in the finest, expertly
hand-picked wooden casks. These extraordinary
whiskies are proudly offered to you at the
moment of aged perfection.
Customized and Fun Events
Always exciting and fun, VOM FASS stores
present fascinating and delightful whiskey tastings.
Consider VOM FASS for your next birthday party
or business event. Please see your local store’s
calendar for upcoming events. Find your nearest
VOM FASS store at www.vomfass.com.
Give the Gift of Good Taste
Discover customized one-of-a-kind gifts at VOM
FASS. These charming and authentic gifts will
be treasured and remembered long after they are
received. VOM FASS is pleased to assemble and
gift wrap your items with a classy presentation.
Find your nearest VOM FASS store at www.vomfass.com.
Handcrafted with Heart
Every batch of whiskey that we purchase has been
tasted carefully at our headquarters in Waldburg,
Germany. Each blend has been carefully selected
for its craftsmanship and quality by VOM FASS.
We know how important it is to pay close attention
to the distillation process, storage, and aging in
casks. Handcrafted whiskey is our primary focus,
and we have been mastering the process for years.
There is a reason VOM FASS products have been
awarded Best Whiskey in Contest by the German
Agricultural Society. We offer unique, rare, and
authentically made products from around the
world. That is why VOM FASS is so special.
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SAME WHISKEY, DIFFERENT STYLES
Even with our suggestions
on how to get the most out
of your whiskey experience,
please drink your whiskey
as you like it. There is no
right or wrong way when it
comes to enjoying whiskey.
We have provided these tips
to maximize your enjoyment.
The most important thing is
to enjoy yourself, the whiskey,
and the experience.
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EACH WHISKEY TAKES A LONG JOURNEY
TO GET TO YOUR GLASS – SO PREPARE
YOURSELF TO ENJOY
The Glass
Sip whiskey in a classic whiskey tumbler or snifter.
Experts consider the Glen Carin glass the official
whiskey glass as it brings out the full aroma. With
increased popularity and as our recommendation
for enjoying whiskey, Glen Carin glasses are
available at your nearest VOM FASS store.
Drinking Temperature
Whiskey should not be consumed too cold or too
warm. The smell and the exquisite taste of these
unique products are adversely affected by extreme
temperature. The best temperature to enjoy your
whiskey is between 18 and 20 degrees Celsius.
Whiskey with Water
Drinking a glass of refreshing water with your
whiskey is always recommended. A tiny added
splash of water is especially important when
enjoying a cask strength whiskey. The purpose is
to increase the clarity of the taste and to round
out the flavour on the palate.
Whiskey on the Rocks
Many experts condemn whiskey on the rocks as a
mortal sin. And, it is true, in many cases, ice cubes
are not beneficial for whiskey. However, you can
add ice if the whiskey is served too warm. In
that case, to preserve flavours in the whiskey while
bringing it down to the optimal temperature,
put one ice cube into the glass, swirl it around
thoroughly, and use a spoon to take it out again.
Tasting
The sequence of tasting whiskey is
straightforward. First, look at the colour and
consider the age and type of casks in which the
whiskey has matured. Next, slowly bring the glass
to your nose and take in the bouquet. It is better
to sniff a couple of times than to take one deep
breath. Now it is time to drink and enjoy…
DID YOU KNOW?
You can take your time and taste different whiskeys
before you buy at our VOM FASS stores. With our
knowledgeable store tour guides, you will discover your
favourite products, which ensures you purchase only
products you like.
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1494 JOHN COR, a monk living in
Lindores Abbey in Scotland, receives barley
malt in order to produce aqua vitae or uisge
beatha, a malt whisky. – Columbus starts his second
voyage to the Caribbean.
Whiskey History - A Brief Overview
EVERY WHISKEY INVOLVES
CRAFTSMANSHIP, PASSION,
LOVE AND MORE THAN
500 YEARS OF TRADITION
There are many rumours about when the first
whisky was distilled and by whom. Here’s
a short history, with a timeline of world
events to clue you into the time period.
1608 THE IRISH “COUNTIE OF
COLRANE” is granted a license to distill
whiskey. – Galileo constructs astronomical telescope.
1644 THE SCOTTISH KING imposes
a tax on whisky to finance his wars.
– Antonio Stradivari, the legendary violin maker, is born.
1789 ACCORDING TO LEGEND,
preacher Elijah Craig is the first man who
distills whiskey in the United States of
America. Later on, as an outcome, the tradition
of Bourbon develops. – The French Revolution
starts with the Storming of the Bastille.
1823 AFTER MANY FAILED
ATTEMPTS, the new “Excise Act” once
again tries to unify the tax on whiskey in
Scotland and Ireland. The tax gains more
acceptance later and becomes the
foundation of the whole industry. The first
distiller to acquire a license is George Smith
of Glenlivet. – Mexico becomes a republic.
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11829/30 THE SCOTSMAN ROBERT
STEIN and the Irishman Aeneas Coffrey
invent the continuous still, also known as the
“Coffrey Still.” This new form of distillation is
very economic and revolutionizes whiskey
production. – Andrew Jackson is elected the 7th
President of the United States of America.
1853 ANDREW USHER offers an “Old
Vatted Glenlivet.” He is regarded as the father
of a new type of whisky, the blended scotch,
which blends pure malt whisky with an
innovative grain whisky. – The Crimean War
breaks out.
1879 PHYLLOXERA, which appeared for
the first time in 1863, destroys almost all
European vineyards, causing brandy
production to halt. Scottish whisky merchants,
such as John Buchanan (Black & White), the
Walkers from Kilmarnock, and the Dewars
(White Label), recognize their opportunity and
create whisky brands that are still very
popular today. Blended scotch becomes the
most sought-after drink worldwide. – Woolworth’s
opens its first store.
1898 THE BANKRUPTCY of the Pattison
Brothers puts the entire scotch whisky industry
at risk in the middle of a boom when many
new distilleries have just been built. – The patent
for the Zeppelin is registered.
1909 THE ROYAL COMMISSION decides
that all three types of whiskey – malt, grain,
and blended – are allowed to be called “whiskey.”
– American businessman HG Selfridge opens a
department store in London.
1915 A MINIMUM STORAGE PERIOD
for whiskey is stipulated. The minimum is
three years. – Albert Einstein postulates the theory of
relativity.
1920-1933 PROHIBITION PREVAILS
IN THE UNITED STATES, which has a
huge impact on global whiskey production.
1923 MASATAKA TAKETSURU returns to
Japan after his years of apprenticeship in
Scotland, amongst others at the Lagavulin
distillery on the island of Islay. He builds the
Yamazaki distillery for Shanjiro Tori. – George
Gershwin composes Rhapsody in Blue.
1963 WILLIAM GRANT & SONS starts to
sell its “Glenfiddich” as the first single malt
worldwide. – John F. Kennedy is assassinated in Dallas.
1969 THE GLENFIDDICH DISTILLERY
in Dufftown opens the very first visitor center.
– Apollo 11 was the first manned mission to land on the
moon.
1989 JOHN TEELING starts his Cooley
Distillery and increases the number of Irish
distilleries to three. – The Iron Curtain in Europe
comes down.
1995 THE ARRAN DISTILLERY opens in
Lochranza on the island of Arran. – YAHOO! is
founded in Santa Clara, California.
2008 THE EUROPEAN UNION stipulates
a binding whiskey definition. – The Summer
Olympic Games XXIX takes place in Beijing, China.
2015 THE TEELING WHISKEY
DISTILLERY opens its gates in Dublin.
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Production – What Characterizes a Good Whiskey?
TO DISTILL A PERFECT WHISKEY,
THERE IS AN AIR OF MYSTERY
A classic malt whiskey is distilled from
malted grain. This means the grain is soaked
before it is allowed to germinate. Afterwards,
the grain is dried on a kiln floor by means of
heated air and sometimes also peat smoke,
which creates the smoky or peaty flavour that
characterizes some whiskeys.
Next, the resulting malt is mashed and turns
into a sort of whole-grain flour, which is
called grist. Then, the grist is washed out
in hot water and produces a white liquid
consisting of water and starch.
This liquid, referred to as wort, is fermented
with yeast in large vessels called washbacks.
For further processing, the light, beer-like
alcohol is distilled twice in a still and is then
called wash. In Ireland, it is usually triple
distilled.
By law, the resulting whiskey has to age for at
least three years in wooden casks. After this
maturation period, it is diluted to its bottling
strength, chill filtered, and bottled.
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Essential Definitions
FROM AGE TO
STRAIGHT WHISKEY
AGE
A whiskey has to age at least three years in
wooden casks. In the United States, it must
age at least two years and in oak casks. Malt
whiskey usually ages a lot longer. The age
statement on the label always marks the
youngest whiskey in the bottle.
AMERICAN WHISKEY
Typically bourbon, although rye and other
single malts are produced in small distilleries
in the United States.
ANGEL’S SHARE
The content of a cask that has evaporated
during the aging process. In Scotland, it is
estimated that 2% of the total content
evaporates per year.
BLEND OR BLENDED WHISKEY
A blend is a mixture of different whiskeys
comprising a high share of single grain
whiskey and a smaller share of different
single malts.
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BOURBON
An American whiskey, traditionally made in
Kentucky, which has to be composed of at
least 51% corn and aged in new, white
American oak, charred barrels.
CASKS
In Scotland and Ireland, whiskey is
generally filled into used casks. The majority
are bourbon casks (barrels or hogsheads).
Sherry casks are also very popular. Additionally,
the use of former wine casks, for example,
port or other dessert wines, has increased.
CASK STRENGTH
The level of alcohol by volume that the
whiskey has reached naturally after its
maturation period.
CHILL FILTERING
It is a method for removing fatty acids in
order to remove residue. It is rather
controversial because this process is believed
to sometimes affect the taste of the whiskey.
When possible, we select non-chill filtered
whiskeys at 43% volume.
FINISHING
Since the 1990s, finishing is a common
method of pouring whiskey into a second
cask after its maturation in the first cask. This
process is called second maturation and the
resulting malts are referred to as Doublewood.
GRAIN WHISKEY
Grain whiskey can be produced from any
grain. Mostly, it is produced on a large scale
and used for large, international whiskey
brands because of its soft and appealing
nature. Yet, if a good single grain whiskey
ages for 20 or more years, it develops a
fascinating flavour. Hence, aged single grain
whiskeys are a market trend today. Please,
also see page 28 and 29.
IRISH WHISKEY
Ireland possesses a long tradition of
whiskey production. One specialty is that
almost all Irish whiskeys are distilled three
times. High-quality, handcrafted single malts
from Ireland are very popular at the moment.
Please, also see page 22 and 23.
ISLAY
An island of the Inner Hebrides of Scotland
with eight active distilleries currently. This
island became famous because of its very
distinctive, peaty and smoky whiskies.
MALT
Malt is gained from barley in a complex
process. The mash of malt whiskey has to
consist of 100% barley malt.
SCOTCH WHISKY
The following five variations can be
distinguished according to the Scotch Whisky
Regulations 2009:
Single malt: A malt whisky that originates
from just one distillery.
Single grain: A grain whisky that originates
from just one distillery.
Blended Scotch: A mixture of malt and grain
whisky.
Blended malt: A mixture of different single
malt whiskies.
Blended grain: A mixture of different single
grain whiskies.
SINGLE CASK
If just one cask of a selected whisky is filled
separately, it is referred to as single cask.
Please, also see page 20 and 21.
SPEYSIDE
More than one-third of all Scottish distilleries
are located in this region. As such, it is the
core area for scotch.
STRAIGHT WHISKEY
This term is used in the context of bourbon,
and it means “single whiskey.” It is a whiskey
that is unblended and produced in just one
distillery.
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Orkney Islands
Wolfburn
Thurso
Isle of Barra
Abhainn Dearg
Tarbert
Harris
Lewis
Hebrides
Islay
Kilchoman
Bruichladdich
Stornoway
Isle of Harris
Bunnahabhain
Caol Ila
Skye
Bowmore
Port Charlotte
Port Ellen
Talisker
Tobermory
Old Bushmills
Mull
Jura
Ardbeg
Lagavulin
Laphroaig
Drumchork
Ardnamurchan
Isle of Jura
Kintyre
Aultbea
Glen Scotia
Glenlochy
Arran
Glengyle
Springbank
Campbeltown
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C3
Ben Nevis
Fort William
Alness
Invergordon
Ben Wyvis
Teaninich
Dalmore
Glen Ord
Royal Brackla
Muir-of-Ord
Inverness
Glen Albyn
Millburn
Glen Mhor
Glengoyne
Loch Lomond
Falkirk
Rosebank
Dumbarton
Littlemill
Auchentoshan
Greenock
Airdie
H4
H5
Kinclaith
Moffat
Glasgow
Ayr
Kingussie
Glenmorangie
Tain
Speyside
Cairngorms
E5
E6
Highlands
Brechin
Edradour
North Port
Pitlochry
Glencadam
Blair Athol
Aberfeldy
F3 F4
F5
F6
F7
Dundee
Oban
Ailsa Bay
Ladyburn
K4
Balblair
Brora
Clynelish
Tomatin
Glenturret
G5
Doune
Deanston
Stirling
Brora
Crieff
Blackford
Tullibardine
Alloa
Perth
Pulteney
D3 D4
D5
D6
D7
St. Magdalene
Linlithgow
Wick
Royal Lochnagar
Balmoral
Dalwhinnie
E3 E4
E7
G3
H3
Isle of Arran
A4
B4
C4
G4
J4
A5
Speyside
G6
H6
Daftmill
Speyside
J5
J6
Lowlands
K5
Roseisle
Glenglassaugh
Glen Moray
Buckie
Linkwood
Elgin
Inchgower
Banff
Glenburgie
Miltonduff
Macduff
BenRiach
Benromach
Mannochmore
Forres Glenlossie Longmorn
Dallas Dhu
Nairn
Glen Elgin
Coleburn
Auchroisk
C5
Glen C6 Grant
C7
Glentauchers
Knockdhu
Caperdonich
Aultmore
Mulben
Glenrothes Rothes
Keith
Strathisla
Knockando
Glen Spey
Glen Keith
Tamdhu
Speyburn
Strathmill
Imperial Cardhu Macallan Craigellachie
Aberlour
Dailuaine
GlenDronach
Dufftown
Glenfarclas
Huntly
Glenfiddich
Cragganmore
Balvenie
Kininvie
Tormore
Speyside
Convalmore
Ardmore
Grantown Glenlivet
Mortlach
on Spey
Glendullan
Balmenach
Tamnavulin Dufftown
Tomintoul
Pittyvaich Highlands
Braeval
Allt A' Bhainne
Benrinnes
D5
D6
Glenallachie D7
K6
River Spey
St. Andrews
Ladybank
Ardmore
GlenDronach
Kingsbarns
Haddington
Edinburgh
Pencaitland Glenkinchie
H7
J7
K7
Aberdeen
Glenury Royal
Stonehaven
Fettercairn
Oldmeldrum
Glen Garioch
Hillside/Glenesk
Montrose
Lochside
Peterhead
Glenugie
Whisky from Scotland
STRAIGHT FROM
THE ISLAND
Scotch whisky is the classic whisky of all whiskies.
Nowhere else is the variety of whiskies as
splendid and fascinating as it is in Scotland. Here
is a brief overview of the different whiskies
according to their region:
THE SPEYSIDE
Alongside the river Spey in the middle of the
Scottish Speyside area are 48 active whisky
distilleries. As such, it is the heart of whisky
production in Scotland. Some of the most classic
and renowned single malts originate from this
region. Here, the main focus lies on elegance and
soft richness. Since the VOM FASS range of
products is so extensive, we regularly include
premium selections from distilleries in this area,
such as Tomore, Glentauchers, Inchgower and
Benrinnes.
OUR TIP: Taste the quintessence of the Speyside
area with our “Mac Spey” blended malt whisky. It is
composed of delightful single malts from different distilleries.
It is wonderfully elegant, and its lasting taste has
earned great honour. In 2015, the German Agricultural
Society awarded VOM FASS Mac Spey as Best
Whisky in Contest.
Co A
Annandale

THE ISLAND ISLAY
The popularity of the very peaty and smoky single
malt whiskies from distilleries on the island of
Islay is overwhelming. Yet, it is not surprising,
since these whiskies mirror the rough beauty of
the island. At VOM FASS, we offer rare batches
and single casks from selected distilleries such as
Bunnahabhain, Caol Ila, Laphroaig or Bowmore.
“Cragabus” Islay Blended Malt Scotch
Whisky, 43% vol.
Taste the essence of Islay! The mysterious smoke
of Islay can be found in this high-class blend of
the most exquisite single malt whiskies from the
famous distilleries of the island. This blend has
a traditional nose of smoke, salt, and peat with
the typical, complex taste of Islay and a finish
that lasts for several minutes. It is a must-have for
lovers of smoky, superior whisky. Awarded the
Best Whisky in Contest 2014 by the German
Agricultural Society.
THE HIGHLANDS
Not only are the Scottish Highlands enormously
beautiful but they are the home of famous
whiskies produced by first-class distilleries. At
VOM FASS, we regularly offer single malts made
by the best distilleries from this area.
“The Great Glen” Highland Blended Malt
Scotch Whisky, 8 years, 43% vol.
Experience the mysticism of the Highlands with
this blended malt whisky, which contains only the
finest scotch single malt whisky that was distilled
in some of the best Highlands distilleries of Scotland.
It is named Great Glen, after the magnificent
landscape that surrounds these distilleries. From
the snow-capped mountains to the heather-covered
valleys, it is the pure, clean water that flows beneath
this land that gives this exceptional scotch malt
whisky the rich, complex flavour it boasts. It has a
red, golden colour and an intensely spicy bouquet
that creates a wonderful caramel and toffee touch
if you add a dash of water, with a rich and strong
spicy taste on the palate. It is no wonder it was awarded
Gold at the International Spirits Competition.
THE LOWLANDS
The single malts from the Lowlands are often
slightly milder and softer. Yet, they comprise a
unique soft-spicy character. Our favourite is from
the Auchentoshan distillery. You can almost
always find one of its interesting whiskies in our
product lineup.
THE ISLANDS
Whisky is distilled not only on the main land and
on the island of Islay but also on many of the
Scottish islands. Legally, the islands are attributed
to the Highlands. Yet, this regulation is quite
controversial. At VOM FASS, we offer regularly
selected single malts from the best island distilleries.
You find these rarities, for example from the
Isle of Mull, Jura or Arran, and in our single casks
labeled with “FassZination.”
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VOM FASS Two Casks
ONE PLUS ONE
EQUALS AMAZING
Are you looking for an exceptional blended
malt scotch whisky with special character and
history? Are you open to new ideas and admire
outstanding quality in your glass? In that case,
VOM FASS’s Two Casks is perfect for you!
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TWO CASKS IS WHEN TWO
SINGLES MEET AT A BAR
What is Two Casks?
Two Casks is made up of two special single casks
of the best single malts from selected distilleries,
which are beautifully brought together for VOM
FASS. Both casks complement each other
perfectly to create a splendid malt whisky, which
is unique and has an outstanding quality.
Two Casks – How Old Are the Whiskies?
Two Casks are made from ageless classics and no
age is given.
Why Two Casks?
With Two Casks, we wanted to create a fascinating
whisky that presents a clear flavour and provides
premium quality. When only two casks are used,
the amount available is then relatively small. Make
sure to go pick up this whisky while it’s in stock.
Take your time and enjoy this specialty; and then
look forward to the next edition of Two Casks.
Two Casks –Which Malts Are Used?
We use one cask from the island of Islay and one
from either the Highlands or Speyside. That way,
the smokiness and roughness of Islay is combined
with a cask full of richness and complexity.
What Should You Expect from Two Casks?
The malts used are always outstanding quality and
create a perfect harmony. Two Casks is made for
discerning and joyful consumption. No matter if
you are a whisky expert or a curious novice, Two
Casks offers just the right taste for everyone who
enjoys whisky.
Two Casks – Now What?
Just come by your nearest VOM FASS store and
ask for Two Casks. We are happy to present the
latest edition to you, as well as provide you a
personal tasting. All that’s left is to choose the
perfect size.
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FassZination
ONLY THE VERY
BEST CASKS RECEIVE
SUCH A GREAT HONOUR –
TO BE IN OUR BOTTLE
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PURE FASSZINATION
You know that feeling when you are eating a
carton full of strawberries and there is one
strawberry that tastes extraordinarily good? At
VOM FASS, we have a similar feeling when we
taste the different samples of whisky casks.
Sometimes single casks are just so outstanding
that we want to honour them by having them
bottled separately.
FassZination is the perfect name, which expresses
extraordinary, unique quality! The bottling
is always very limited and one cask rarely
produces more than 300 bottles. Just ask for this
gem at your nearest VOM FASS store.
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Whiskey from Ireland
A BRIGHT
GREEN LIGHT
FOR WHISKEY
Jack (left) and Stephen Teeling
Ireland is becoming known as
a whiskey heaven. For more
than two decades, we have
been proud to be considered
one of the leading providers
for high-class Irish single
malt whiskey. In Ireland, the
whiskey is often distilled three
times, which refines it to a
perfect elegance.
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EXCLUSIVE VOM FASS IRISH SINGLE
MALTS THAT YOU NEED TO TRY
“Stephen’s Choice” Irish Single Malt
Whiskey, 5 years, 40% vol.
This whiskey is sweet and malty. It has a wellbalanced
body and a harmonic structure. On the
tongue and palate, it is full and malty with a soft,
nearly creamy taste experience. Specially selected
by Stephen Teeling, one of the most renowned
experts for Irish single malt whiskey.
“Jack’s Choice” Irish Single Malt Whiskey,
11 years, 43% vol., Sauternes Cask Finish
Jack Teeling, one of the famous whiskey
specialists of Ireland, together with VOM FASS,
chose this wonderful aromatic and rich single malt
whiskey. It is aged for 11 years and then refined
for 3 months in sauternes casks. It is a must-have
for whiskey lovers!
“Brothers in Arms” Irish Single Malt Whiskey,
14 years, 43% vol.
Jack and Stephen Teeling, famous Irish whiskey
specialists, together with VOM FASS, chose a
splendid single malt, the “Brothers in Arms”. It’s
a marriage of aged Irish single malt whiskey, some
matured in sherry butts and some in bourbon
casks. The result is a balancing act between two
cask types with toffee, caramel, and nuts all
fighting for attention with a long spicy finish.
OUR TIP:
Besides these classics, VOM FASS regularly offers rare,
special batches from Ireland. Some of the whiskeys are
matured in noble port casks, some are very old – just come
by your nearest VOM FASS store and ask for our Irish
specialties. Our knowledgeable store tour guides will help
you find the exact whiskey that you love.
There are quite a few reasons not to drink
whiskey neat; a delicious cocktail is one of
them! Here is one of our favourite whiskey
cocktails:
Irish Whiskey Sour
Ingredients: Serves 1
5 cl VOM FASS Irish Single Malt Whiskey
2-3 cl lime juice
(depending on how sour you like it)
2 cl VOM FASS Fassmix Syrup
Directions:
1. Put all of the ingredients together with ice
cubes into a shaker, and shake thoroughly.
2. Next, sieve the cocktail into a suitable glass
(preferably a martini glass).
Find more recipes at www.vomfass.com.
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Irish Whiskey Liqueur
HANDCRAFTED
BY VOM FASS
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A SWEET TEMPTATION
Whiskey is one thing, but to choose an exquisite
whiskey and create a splendid liqueur from it is
one of the strengths of the VOM FASS Liqueur
Factory. Only superior Irish single malt whiskeys
form the foundation for this wonderful liqueur,
which is then combined with fair trade cane sugar
from Paraguay and Mauritius.
The glass fills with a rich amber colour; the nose
develops a vanilla-like aroma surrounding the cask
flavours with a pleasant, malty sweetness on the
palate. Its finish is warm and lasting. It is a classic
and one of the most awarded products for VOM
FASS. Irish Whiskey Liqueur has been awarded
the Gold medal of the German Agricultural
Society in 2009, 2011, 2013, and 2015 and won
another Gold at the International Spirits Award
in 2015.
OUR TIP:
Liqueurs and whiskeys from VOM FASS are greatly
appreciated gifts. We’re happy to assist you with your
gifting needs at your nearest VOM FASS store.
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International Whiskey
WHAT WOULD THE WORLD LOOK LIKE
WITHOUT A WHOLE UNIVERSE OF WHISKEYS?
Swiss Highland Single Malt Whisky
“Classic”, Rugen Distillery, 46% vol.
You find this whisky worldwide exclusively at
VOM FASS. Having matured for at least three
years in Oloroso sherry casks, this whisky shows
an intense, fruity, malty smell, and richness as well
as a touch of white chocolate, fruits and malt on
the palate followed by a long lasting finish. It is an
outstanding rarity!
Spanish Single Malt Whisky, 14 years,
DYC Distillery, 43% vol.
This single malt whisky from Spain is an absolute
rarity. Only casks selected by master distillers are
used for this unique product and create a rich,
balanced single malt, which pleases the palate with
its Mediterranean heat. Distinctive flavours of
American oak and a long, lingering finish turn it
into a great representative of its kind.
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Schon seit jeher schauen wir bei VOM FASS gern über den Tellerrand
und suchen in aller Welt nach außergewöhnlichen Produkten.
Gerade beim Whisky hat sich in den letzten Jahren enorm viel getan
und so haben wir – neben dem Klassiker Bourbon – auch viele
andere spannende, internationale Whiskys im Programm.
Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
40 % vol.
The labeling “straight” implies that the whiskey
originates from just one distillery. Our straight
bourbon shows an especially strong and intense
flavour.
Austrian Single Malt Whisky, 5 years,
Wieser Distillery, 43% vol.
Having matured in new American oak barrels,
so-called “virgins”, this exclusive single malt
proves itself as a fine, elegant whisky with a
distinctive vanilla touch, a subtle sweetness and a
malty appeal as well as a lingering mouth feel and
a soft fruity finish of medium length.
OUR TIP: Come by your local VOM FASS store
and taste our international whiskeys! We are sure that
they will impress you!
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Grains
WHISKY WITH A SOLID
FOUNDATION
Until recent years, nobody in the
whiskey market was talking about
so-called grain whiskey. It was
simple and treated rather poorly.
It was considered to be good
enough to build the boring base
of big brand whiskeys and then
enhanced by high-quality malt
whiskeys. Time to rethink.
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The Grain Experience
SLOW DOWN AND
TASTE AWHILE
Today’s grain whiskeys can be very favourably
compared to a malt whisky if they are refined by
experts or matured for decades. At VOM FASS,
we have used our excellent relationships to offer
you unique single grain whiskeys!
“Teeling´s Grain” Irish Single Grain Whiskey,
6 years old, 43 % vol.
Grain whiskey tends to have a lighter flavour than
malt whiskey and its principal purpose is to be
mixed with the more flavourful malt whiskey to
produce an easy-to-drink blended whiskey.
However, at Teeling we aim to produce a grain
whiskey that is good enough to drink on its own.
By maturing our grain whiskey in former cabernet
sauvignon and bourbon barrels, we have been able
to create a bottling of our single grain whiskey for
VOM FASS with very distinctive character. This
is a unique combination of aged Irish single grain
whiskey containing a single grain matured 50% in
bourbon barrels and 50% in cabernet sauvignon
wine barrels. Through this process, we are going
against the grain by not using this to blend with
malt, but instead, revealing that grain whiskey on
its own is an extremely interesting and singular
expression of Irish whiskey.
OUR TIP:
Besides this Irish whiskey, at VOM FASS we always
offer more than 20-years-old single grain whisky from
Scotland. So just ask specifically in your local VOM
FASS store for this rarity and take the chance to
personally taste it.
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Blended Scotch
A SUCCESS STORY
At the end of the 19th century,
phylloxera hit vineyards hard
and the elite clubs of the British
upper classes ran out of brandy,
the favourite club spirit at the
time. This shortage coincided
with the first large production
of grain whiskey blended with
malt whiskey. This produced a
pleasant and highly appreciated
taste for the times.
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WE UNDERSTAND
FLUENT SCOTTISH
These spirits spread rapidly throughout the British
Empire and became the basis for the popularity
and success of Scottish whisky today.
As homage to these products and this time,
VOM FASS presents:
“The Gentlemen” Blended Scotch Whisky
Scotch Whisky - This history is no dry topic.
Maturing over decades, The Gentlemen is a
highly complex and enduring Scottish whisky. It
is composed from the best single malt and single
grain whiskies available through selected world
renowned distilleries. You will be captivated by its
splendid, aromatic richness; its balance and
complexity, and its profound flavour profiles.
VOM FASS is proud to offer this distillate;
crowned by its excellent lingering finish, this
blend is a one-of-a-kind experience.
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Recipes with Whiskey
PERFECT
WITH FOOD
Just drinking whiskey? Think again!
Whiskey is also great in the kitchen.
Try something new with VOM FASS.
Try our Venison in Mango-Whiskey Sauce.
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VENISON IN
MANGO-WHISKEY SAUCE
Ingredients:
Serves 4
• 4 venison steaks
• 2 tablespoons VOM FASS Grape Seed Oil
• 1 fresh mango
• 2 tablespoons crème fraîche
• 100 ml VOM FASS Single Malt Whiskey
• 300 ml game stock
• 2 tablespoons VOM FASS Mango Balsam
• VOM FASS Salt and Pepper
Directions:
1. Brush the steaks with your choice of VOM
FASS Single Malt Whiskey on both sides, and
let marinate for at least one hour.
2. Peel the mango and cut the pulp into 2cm
cubes. Briefly boil the mango cubes in the
game stock.
3. Dry the venison with a paper towel and sauté
both sides in Grape Seed Oil for 2 minutes.
Take the meat out of the pan and wrap it into
aluminum foil. Then, let it rest in the oven for
at least 30 minutes at 80°C.
4. Deglaze the venison pan by adding the
remaining whiskey and the mango game stock,
including the mango cubes. Stir in Mango
Balsam and crème fraîche. (Be careful, as the
mango cubes quickly become soft while
cooking). Reduce the sauce to the preferred
thickness.
5. Take the meat out of the aluminum foil and
place it on pre-warmed plates. Add any juices
from the foil to the mango sauce. Serve steaks
and sauce right away.
OUR TIP:
Serve venison with a red wine from VOM FASS.
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Flavour profile for VOM FASS Whiskey
A TREASURE MAP
FOR TASTE EXPLORERS
At VOM FASS, you can sample our
whiskeys to your heart’s content. We
want to make sure that you only choose
products to purchase that will delight
you later on. To make the first steps
simpler, have fun using our VOM FASS
whiskey chart.
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SMOKY
Cragabus
Peatside
Bowmore
Two Casks
Great Glen
Macduff
LIGHT
Spanish Single Malt
Auchentoshan
Mac Spey
Irish Single
Grain
Jack’s Choice
Brothers in Arms
Swiss Single Malt
Bourbon
RICH
Tormore
Glentauchers
Stephen’s Choice
SOFT, ELEGANT, FRUITY
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