WhistlePig The BigShəBàng 30 Year Single Malt Whiskey
Witness a monumental event in North American whiskey with WhistlePig The BigShəBàng, an ultra-rare 30 Year Old Single Malt Whiskey. This singular spirit represents three decades of patient maturation, a journey that began in 1995—a time when Forrest Gump won Best Picture and Windows 95 revolutionized technology. Finished in rare Vin Santo dessert wine casks, this single barrel expression is a colossal and mouthwatering experience for the most discerning collector. Discover this piece of liquid history through our preferred online retail partner, Nestor Liquor.
Distilled from 100% malted barley, this single malt began its life in traditional American oak barrels. After decades of aging, it was moved to barrels that once held Vin Santo, a legendary Italian amber dessert wine, to amplify its complexity with notes of honeyed nuts and dried fruit. Bottled at a perfectly balanced 90.4 proof and non-chill filtered, The BigShəBàng is a testament to the art of time, wood, and spirit.
Key Specifications:
Product: WhistlePig The BigShəBàng 30 Year Single Malt Whiskey
Mash Bill: 100% Malted Barley
Proof | ABV: 90.4 Proof | 45.2% ABV
Age: 30 Years (Distilled in 1995)
Finishing: Finished in Vin Santo dessert wine casks
Distillery: WhistlePig Farm and Distillery, Shoreham, VT
Designation: Single Barrel, Non-Chill Filtered
Brand History: Pushing the Boundaries of Whiskey
WhistlePig has long been at the forefront of the whiskey revolution, celebrated for its bold rye whiskeys and its fearless commitment to innovation and extreme aging. While famed for rye, their exploration into other categories showcases their restless pursuit of the exceptional. A release like The BigShəBàng, a 30-year-old single malt, represents the apex of their experimental philosophy, combining decades of North American aging with a classic European finishing technique to create something entirely new and unforgettable.
Tasting Notes: A Symphony of Age and Elegance
The combination of three decades in oak with a luxurious Vin Santo finish creates a profound and layered tasting experience:
Nose: An incredibly rich and sophisticated bouquet. Expect deep notes of old leather, antique oak, and sweet tobacco, layered with the Vin Santo's influence of honey-drizzled figs, toasted hazelnuts, and dried apricots.
Palate: A velvety, full-bodied mouthfeel that is both complex and exquisitely smooth. Flavors of dark chocolate, polished oak, and vanilla bean are beautifully complemented by sweet notes of caramel, candied orange peel, and marzipan from the dessert wine cask.
Finish: The finish is exceptionally long and elegant. The oak and malt character lingers with a gentle warmth, slowly fading into sophisticated notes of toasted nuts and sweet, dried fruit.
Why 'The BigShəBàng' is a Once-in-a-Lifetime Whiskey:
Extreme Age: At 30 years old, this is one of the oldest North American single malts ever released, offering a depth and complexity that is simply impossible to replicate.
Exquisite Vin Santo Finish: The use of rare Italian dessert wine casks imparts a unique, luxurious character of honeyed nuts and fruit that perfectly complements the aged malt.
A Piece of History: Distilled in 1995, this bottle is a time capsule, representing a generation of craftsmanship and patience.
The Ultimate Collector's Item: As an ultra-rare, single barrel, 30-year-old release from a renowned distillery like WhistlePig, this is a true "grail" bottle for any serious collector.
This is a monumental whiskey that captures a generation of flavor in a single bottle. Contact Nestor Liquor today to inquire about securing a bottle of the legendary WhistlePig The BigShəBàng.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs):
Q: Is this a Scotch whisky?
A: No, this is an American Single Malt Whiskey, distilled from 100% malted barley at a single distillery in the United States. While the style was pioneered in Scotland, this is WhistlePig's take on the category.
Q: What is Vin Santo?
A: Vin Santo ("Holy Wine") is a style of Italian dessert wine, traditionally from Tuscany. It's made from grapes that are dried on straw mats to concentrate their sugars, resulting in a sweet, amber-colored wine with rich flavors of hazelnut, caramel, and dried fruit.
Q: How can a 30-year-old whiskey not be overly oaky?
A: Crafting an extra-aged whiskey is an art of managing its maturation. By potentially using refill casks for part of its life and then moving it to the gentler, sweeter influence of a Vin Santo cask, the distillers can prevent the oak from dominating the spirit, resulting in a balanced and complex final product.
Q: Is this a limited release?
A: Yes. As a 30-year-old single barrel, this would be an extremely limited and highly allocated release, with only a few hundred bottles available worldwide.
Q: How should I drink The BigShəBàng?
A: A whiskey of this age and rarity should be savored. It is best enjoyed neat, in a proper tasting glass, allowing it to sit for a few minutes to open up. No ice or water is needed to appreciate its full, profound character.
Q: Where can I purchase WhistlePig The BigShəBàng?
A: A release of this magnitude would be exceptionally rare. We recommend contacting our preferred retail partner, Nestor Liquor, to inquire about any potential availability.
