Why It’s On Our Shelves
Expertly aged, richly complex & beautifully refined
Produced in Norfolk by English Whisky →
The English 11 Year Old is one of the most anticipated annual releases from The English Whisky Company — and with good reason. Matured for over a decade in the distillery’s onsite barrelhouses, this single malt represents the very best of English whisky craftsmanship: patient maturation, expert cask selection and a flavour profile that is both approachable and deeply complex.
Aged exclusively in ex-bourbon casks, this whisky absorbs layers of vanilla, honeyed oak and gentle spice, while still showcasing the purity of the distillery’s Norfolk-grown barley and traditional copper pot distillation. Each year’s small-batch release offers its own nuances, but always delivers exceptional depth, warmth and balance.
This is a whisky made for sharing, savouring and celebrating — a standout expression in the evolving world of English single malts.
Tasting Notes
Casks
Ex-Bourbon
Nose
Complex, layered and beautifully aromatic:
- Gentle vanilla and subtle citrus
- A hint of nuttiness
- Soft herbal notes of mint and sage
- A rich medley of fruit: baked apple, peach, mango, dried apricot, and cherries
Inviting, balanced and full of character.
Palate
Wonderfully structured and full of depth:
- Dry, oaky warmth from long bourbon cask maturation
- Fruity sweetness: cherries, apples, tropical fruits
- A gentle peppery spice and warming tingle on the tongue
- An elegant development of orchard fruit, creaminess and soft oak
A mature, confident whisky with real sophistication.
Finish
Long, warming and gently spiced, with lingering fruit and sweet oak.
Serving Suggestions
Neat (The Ultimate Serve)
The best way to appreciate its maturity.
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25–35ml whisky
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Room temperature
Smooth, layered and beautifully expressive.
With a Drop of Water
Opens up hidden fruit and herbal notes.
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Add 2–3 drops of water
Reveals citrus, oak and tropical depth.
Over a Single Ice Sphere
Softened, cooler and gently sweetened.
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35ml whisky
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One large ice ball or cube
Highlights the vanilla and fruit character.
English Whisky Highball
Elegant and refreshing.
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50ml whisky
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Soda water
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Lemon twist
A long, clean serve that doesn’t overpower the spirit.
PX-Style Old Fashioned (Light Touch)
A subtle twist using matured English malt.
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50ml English 11 Year Old
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Tiny dash of sugar syrup
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Lemon peel
Smooth, lightly sweet, and oak-led.
Dessert Pairing
Perfect with:
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Dark chocolate
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Almond tarts
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Apple-based desserts
Enhances the fruit and spice notes.
