Double Up August's Whisky 2026

Returning for our third collaboration with Barrel Lane, Backwoods Distilling Co. continues to champion a distinctly local approach to whisky making. Founded by Leigh and Bree Attwood in Victoria's High Country, the award-winning distillery is known for its focus on heritage grain varieties, sustainable farming partnerships and building flavour from Australian ingredients and producers. For this exclusive release, Backwoods has combined heritage barley, a touch of red gum-smoked malt and rare Australian Apera casks that spent decades maturing fortified wine before finding a second life in whisky. Rather than heavily charring the barrels, the team opted for a lighter toast and char, preserving the character of the casks and allowing layers of dried fruit richness, warming spice and oak sweetness to shine through. The result is a beautifully balanced single malt, opening with campfire smoke, buttery toffee and dried fruits before unfolding into sticky figs, toasted nuts, smoked honey and creamy vanilla. A long, warming finish carries soft chocolate, sweet spice and lingering wood smoke, making this a rewarding whisky from first sip to last. AUGUST 2026 FEATURED WHISKY Backwoods Distilling Co. Yackandandah, VIC Barrel Lane Member's Price $155 Tasmanian Single Malt Whisky • 45% ABV • 700ml