{"product_id":"ncnean-quiet-rebels-simon-700ml","title":"Nc'Nean Quiet Rebels Simon 700ML","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNc'Nean Quiet Rebels Simon 700ML\u003c\/strong\u003e is a stout cask-finished organic Highland single malt Scotch whisky bottled at 48.5% ABV. This limited expression from Nc'nean's experimental series stands apart through a circular maturation process — the stout barrels used for finishing originally held Nc'nean's own whisky before aging beer at Innis \u0026amp; Gunn, creating a layered depth of chocolate, coffee, and dark fruit character rare in the Highland category.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick Facts:\u003c\/strong\u003e ABV: 48.5%  |  Origin: Highlands, Scotland  |  Style: Stout Cask Finish  |  Distillery: Nc'nean, Drimnin\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eProduction \u0026amp; Heritage\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNc'nean distillery sits on the remote Morvern peninsula in Drimnin, along Scotland's rugged west coast. Founded by Annabel Thomas, the distillery is one of Scotland's few certified organic operations, using 100% organic Scottish barley. For Quiet Rebels Simon, the spirit initially matures in STR (shaved, toasted, and re-charred) red wine casks — a technique popularized by the late Dr. Jim Swan — before finishing in stout casks sourced from Innis \u0026amp; Gunn. Those stout barrels had previously held Nc'nean's own whisky, completing what the distillery describes as \"a delicious full circle\" of flavor exchange between whisky and beer.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cocoa and coffee-shop warmth rise first, followed by baking spice and a cherry-fruit sweetness. The stout cask influence is immediately apparent, lending a roasted, almost bakery-like quality to the nose.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste:\u003c\/strong\u003e The entry is rich with chocolate brioche and coffee-fudge sweetness, coating the palate before yielding to jammy red fruit at mid-palate. A gentle roasted edge emerges, balanced by sweet cherry jam, deeper cocoa, and layers of baking spice that build without overwhelming the malt's organic grain character.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long and warming, anchored by dark chocolate and lingering baking spice. A drying malt note arrives at the tail, keeping the sweetness in check and inviting the next sip.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eHow to Drink Quiet Rebels Simon\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAt 48.5% ABV, this whisky rewards neat sipping with a few drops of water to unfurl the cocoa and fruit layers. The stout cask influence also makes it a compelling cocktail ingredient. A \u003cstrong\u003eRob Roy\u003c\/strong\u003e benefits from the dark chocolate and cherry notes playing against sweet vermouth. A \u003cstrong\u003eWhisky Sour\u003c\/strong\u003e gains unexpected depth as the coffee-fudge richness balances citrus acidity. An \u003cstrong\u003eEspresso Martini\u003c\/strong\u003e variation — substituting this malt for vodka — amplifies the roasted coffee character already present in the spirit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eBest For\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGifting a whisky enthusiast who appreciates experimental cask finishes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAfter-dinner sipping alongside chocolate desserts or coffee\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdding to a collection focused on organic or sustainability-driven distilleries\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExploring the intersection of craft beer and single malt Scotch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does Quiet Rebels Simon taste like?\u003c\/strong\u003e Quiet Rebels Simon delivers a rich profile dominated by chocolate brioche, coffee fudge, and jammy cherry, with baking spice running throughout and a long, dark-chocolate finish. The stout cask finish gives it a roasted, almost dessert-like quality uncommon in Highland single malts.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does Quiet Rebels Simon compare to Nc'nean Organic Single Malt?\u003c\/strong\u003e Nc'nean's core Organic Single Malt — a Double Gold winner at the 2022 and 2023 San Francisco World Spirits Competition — leans toward brighter citrus and tropical fruit from its STR red wine cask maturation. Quiet Rebels Simon diverges sharply with its stout cask finish, trading that brightness for deeper cocoa, coffee, and dark fruit weight.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Quiet Rebels Simon good for sipping neat?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, the 48.5% ABV delivers full flavor without excessive heat, and a few drops of water open up additional cocoa and fruit complexity. It is particularly well suited to slow, contemplative sipping after a meal.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere is Quiet Rebels Simon made?\u003c\/strong\u003e It is distilled at Nc'nean distillery in Drimnin on the Morvern peninsula, part of the Scottish Highlands. The distillery sits on Scotland's remote west coast, drawing water from the surrounding landscape for its organic production.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat foods pair well with Quiet Rebels Simon?\u003c\/strong\u003e Dark chocolate truffles complement the cocoa and coffee notes directly. A rich beef stew or venison pie matches the malt's warming spice. Blue cheese such as Stilton contrasts the sweetness with savory funk. Cherry clafoutis echoes the jammy red fruit on the palate. Coffee-rubbed grilled steak mirrors the roasted character from the stout cask finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat sizes does Quiet Rebels Simon come in?\u003c\/strong\u003e Quiet Rebels Simon is available in the standard 700ml bottle format.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Quiet Rebels Simon worth the price?\u003c\/strong\u003e Quiet Rebels Simon positions as a premium limited-release expression within Nc'nean's experimental range. The combination of organic production, dual cask maturation with a circular stout-cask finish, and small-batch bottling at cask strength provides genuine distinctiveness that justifies its place above entry-level Highland malts.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eWhy Quiet Rebels Simon?\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe circular maturation story is not marketing gimmick — it produces a measurable flavor difference. Stout casks that previously held Nc'nean whisky carry residual whisky character back into the spirit alongside stout's roasted malt and chocolate influence, creating a complexity that a standard beer-cask finish cannot replicate. Nc'nean's commitment to organic Scottish barley adds a clean grain backbone that lets the cask work shine without masking it. For drinkers who have explored sherry and wine cask finishes and want something genuinely different in the Highland single malt space, this bottling represents one of the more inventive options currently available from Scotland's new wave of distilleries.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nc'Nean","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46774996828329,"sku":"41885","price":109.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0680\/1024\/6313\/files\/Nc_NeanQuietRebelsSimon700ML.webp?v=1769896438","url":"https:\/\/theliquorbarn.com\/products\/ncnean-quiet-rebels-simon-700ml","provider":"The Liquor Barn","version":"1.0","type":"link"}