M&H APEX Pomegranate Batch 8
This small batch single malt whisky from Israel was matured in ex-bourbon casks and then aged for six months in pomegranate wine casks. A type of cask that we have never come across before.
The panel
Mean 74.5 · spread 1
Value for money 2/5
- Distillery
- M&H
- Type
- Single Malt
- Country
- Israel
- Strength
- 59.9% ABV
- Character
- delicate
Tasting
Nose
The M&H APEX Pomegranate opens with cinnamon, clove, caramel and milk chocolate. A subtle note of ginger joins in, while the flavour of wood and red grapes adds a deep complexity. An unexpected but pleasant nuance of dried tomatoes in oil rounds off the nose.
Palate
The single malt from Israel envelops the palate with a warmth that is immediately noticeable. The creamy texture carries notes of figs and dates, which are accompanied by a strong vinous flavour. Clove and ginger add a certain spiciness, while oak and caramel lend a pleasant sweetness. A hint of earthiness and leatheriness adds an extra dimension to this whisky.
Finish
The finish is long and warming, with a sweet and spicy note that is reminiscent of baking cocoa and caresses the palate with a chocolaty intensity.
Verdicts
Marcel
The M&H APEX Pomegranate Batch 8 is a spirited whisky that delivers plenty of fun with its spicy and sweet fruitiness – despite its youthful roughness, it’s a well-crafted dram perfect for enjoyable evenings.
Sascha
This Israeli single malt impresses with an intriguing cask combination and shows a solid balance between spice, fruitiness, and oak, though it still feels somewhat unrefined and will surely need time to fully develop its potential.
What it is worth
No auction record for this distillery, so we cannot tell you what this bottle is worth. We would rather say that than guess.