{"product_id":"milk-honey-apex-white-wine-cask-750ml","title":"Milk \u0026 Honey Apex White Wine Cask 750ML","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMilk \u0026amp; Honey Apex White Wine Cask 750ML\u003c\/strong\u003e is a cask-strength Israeli single malt whisky bottled at 61.2% ABV (122.4 proof) in a 750ml format. As part of M\u0026amp;H's acclaimed Apex series, this expression showcases the influence of white wine casks on spirit matured in Tel Aviv's warm Mediterranean climate — a climate that dramatically accelerates interaction between wood and whisky.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick Facts:\u003c\/strong\u003e ABV: 61.2%  |  Origin: Tel Aviv, Israel  |  NAS (Apex Series)  |  Distillery: Milk \u0026amp; Honey\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eProduction \u0026amp; Heritage\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eMilk \u0026amp; Honey, founded in 2014, stands as Israel's first single malt whisky distillery. Located in the heart of Tel Aviv, the distillery was established by Gal Kalkshtein with the guidance of the late Dr. Jim Swan, the legendary whisky consultant who helped shape distilleries around the world. M\u0026amp;H uses traditional copper pot stills and sources locally malted barley. The Apex series represents the distillery's exploration of distinctive cask types, and this White Wine Cask expression draws its character from casks that previously held Israeli white wine — a natural partnership given the country's robust winemaking tradition. Bottled at cask strength without chill filtration, it preserves every nuance imparted during maturation. Israel's hot climate means the spirit matures far more rapidly than in Scotland, with the angel's share and wood extraction significantly intensified.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e The nose opens with ripe stone fruit — apricot and white peach — followed by layers of honeycomb, citrus blossom, and a faint herbaceousness. With time in the glass, vanilla and toasted oak emerge beneath the fruit-forward top notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste:\u003c\/strong\u003e The entry is bold and viscous at full cask strength, delivering concentrated tropical fruit and candied lemon peel. The mid-palate transitions toward baked pear, white grape, and a thread of ginger spice. A few drops of water open up a softer, creamier texture, allowing more delicate floral and honeyed tones to surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e The finish is long and warming, with lingering notes of dried apricot, white pepper, and toasted almond. A subtle tannic grip from the wine cask keeps the conclusion structured and dry.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eHow to Drink Apex White Wine Cask\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eAt 61.2% ABV, this whisky rewards patient exploration neat in a Glencairn glass, with gradual additions of water to unlock successive layers of complexity. It is equally compelling with a single large ice cube, which tempers the proof while maintaining body. For cocktails: a \u003cstrong\u003eWhisky Highball\u003c\/strong\u003e made with quality soda water and a lemon twist lets the wine-cask fruitiness shine; an \u003cstrong\u003eOld Fashioned\u003c\/strong\u003e built with honey syrup rather than sugar complements the whisky's natural sweetness; a \u003cstrong\u003ePenicillin\u003c\/strong\u003e variation benefits from the stone-fruit depth, adding dimension against ginger and lemon.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eBest For\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eAdventurous whisky drinkers exploring world whisky beyond Scotland and Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eGifting to a single malt collector who values rare cask finishes\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eTasting events focused on terroir-driven or climate-influenced spirits\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eAfter-dinner sipping alongside dessert courses\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does Apex White Wine Cask taste like?\u003c\/strong\u003e It delivers concentrated stone fruit, citrus peel, and honeycomb on the palate, anchored by a structured tannic finish from the white wine cask. The cask-strength bottling adds richness and a peppery warmth throughout.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does Apex White Wine Cask compare to Kavalan Solist Vinho Barrique?\u003c\/strong\u003e Both are warm-climate single malts aged in wine-influenced casks, but the M\u0026amp;H leans toward lighter stone fruit and floral notes from white wine casks, while the Kavalan Vinho Barrique tends toward darker dried-fruit and toffee character from its fortified wine barrels. Both are bottled at cask strength, though the Kavalan typically sits slightly higher in ABV.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Apex White Wine Cask good for sipping neat?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — it is designed as a contemplative cask-strength whisky, though adding a few drops of water is recommended to tame the 61.2% ABV and reveal additional aromatic complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere is Apex White Wine Cask made?\u003c\/strong\u003e It is distilled and matured at the Milk \u0026amp; Honey distillery in Tel Aviv, Israel, the country's first dedicated single malt whisky distillery, founded in 2014.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat foods pair well with Apex White Wine Cask?\u003c\/strong\u003e Aged gouda or Gruyère cheese complements its nutty, honeyed qualities. Grilled white fish with lemon and herbs mirrors the citrus notes. Almond tart or panna cotta with apricot compote echoes the stone-fruit character. Foie gras or chicken liver pâté works against the whisky's richness and tannic structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat sizes does Apex White Wine Cask come in?\u003c\/strong\u003e This expression is available in the standard 750ml bottle format.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Apex White Wine Cask worth the price?\u003c\/strong\u003e It positions as a premium single malt within the growing world-whisky category, competing with cask-strength offerings from Kavalan and Amrut. The combination of limited-run Apex bottling, cask-strength presentation, and an unconventional cask type provides genuine distinctiveness that justifies its premium tier placement.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eWhy Apex White Wine Cask?\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eMilk \u0026amp; Honey's Apex White Wine Cask stands apart because it represents a genuinely rare intersection: Israeli winemaking heritage meeting single malt whisky production in one of the world's hottest whisky-producing climates. Dr. Jim Swan's founding influence on the distillery's cask program established a philosophy of leveraging local resources, and white wine casks from Israeli vineyards are a direct expression of that vision. The cask-strength, non-chill-filtered bottling preserves every detail of the accelerated maturation that Tel Aviv's heat produces. For drinkers seeking single malt whisky that tastes unmistakably of its origin — not a Scottish imitation — this is among the most compelling bottles the new world of whisky has produced.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Milk \u0026 Honey","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48654683603113,"sku":"42571","price":104.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0680\/1024\/6313\/files\/Milk_HoneyApexWhiteWineCask750ML_ec0dd782-f118-4ec3-8341-5b2001ab78a7.webp?v=1789500215","url":"https:\/\/theliquorbarn.com\/products\/milk-honey-apex-white-wine-cask-750ml","provider":"The Liquor Barn","version":"1.0","type":"link"}