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Milk and Honey Single Malt Cask 2017 - Ex-Islay Single Cask 70cl

Name: Milk and Honey Single Malt Cask 2017 - Ex-Islay Single Cask 70cl
Brand: Milk & Honey
SKU: whisk.mh2017.ei.70cl
Price: 70.32 GBP
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Milk & Honey 2017 (Bottled 2022) Ex-Islay Single Cask

The Best of Both Worlds: Tel Aviv Heat Meets Islay Smoke

This exceptional single cask release from the M&H (Milk & Honey) Distillery represents a fascinating collision of climates and cultures. Distilled in the heart of vibrant Tel Aviv in 2017 and bottled in 2022, this expression has spent its entire life maturing in a cask that previously held heavily peated Scotch whisky from the shores of Islay.

Because of Israel’s Mediterranean climate, the "Angel’s Share" is high, leading to a rapid and intense maturation. In just five years, this spirit has achieved a depth and complexity that would take decades in colder climates. The result? A bold, sun-drenched malt that carries the unmistakable salty, medicinal kiss of the Scottish Isles.

Tasting Notes

Nose: Immediate notes of campfire smoke and charred lemon peel, followed by a delicate sweetness of wildflower honey and vanilla bean.

Palate: A creamy mouthfeel reveals layers of earthy peat, sea salt, and ripe orchard fruits. The ex-Islay influence provides a sturdy backbone of medicinal smoke without overmasking the distillery's signature floral character.

Finish: Long and warming. A lingering tingle of black pepper and oak spice, rounded off by a faint hint of coastal brine.

Distillery Note: This is a Single Cask bottling, meaning once these limited bottles are gone, this specific profile will never be replicated. Non-chill filtered and bottled at natural color.

Additional Information

Style	Whisky - Single Malt Whisky
SKU	whisk.mh2017.ei.70cl
GTIN	No
ABV %	67.7
Bottle Size (cl)	70
Brand	Milk & Honey

Suggested Cocktails and Manufacturer Info

1. The Purist’s Pour (Neat)

To truly appreciate the "Tel Aviv meets Islay" profile, serve it in a Glencairn glass at room temperature.

The Pro Tip: Let it sit for 5–10 minutes after pouring. Because it was bottled in 2022, a little oxygen helps "open up" the peaty layers that have been tucked away in the glass.

2. With a "Splashing" of Water

If the alcohol heat feels a bit sharp (as single casks can be), add exactly three drops of filtered water. This lowers the surface tension and releases the "hidden" esters—often bringing out more of the honey and floral notes while softening the smoke.

3. On a Large Rock

If you prefer it chilled, use a single large ice sphere. This chills the spirit slowly without diluting it too quickly, which keeps the smoky oily texture (mouthfeel) intact.

Suggested Cocktails

The Ex-Islay cask makes this whisky a fantastic "cheat code" for cocktails that usually require both a base spirit and a peated float.

The Mediterranean Penicillin

A twist on the modern classic that highlights the honey notes of the M&H spirit.

60ml M&H Ex-Islay Single Cask
20ml Fresh Lemon Juice
20ml Honey-Ginger Syrup
Method: Shake with ice and strain into a rocks glass over fresh ice.
Why it works: Usually, you need two different whiskies for this. Here, the single cask provides the malt base and the smoky finish all in one.

The Smoky Old Fashioned

A bold, slow-sipper that emphasizes the oak and peat.

60ml M&H Ex-Islay Single Cask
1 barspoon Brown Sugar or Demerara Syrup
2 dashes Orange Bitters
Garnish: A flamed orange peel.
Method: Stir over ice for 30 seconds to achieve perfect dilution.
Why it works: The orange oils bridge the gap between the Islay brine and the Israeli honey.

The "Islay" Highball

For a refreshing summer serve.

50ml M&H Ex-Islay Single Cask
150ml Premium Soda Water
Garnish: A sprig of fresh thyme or a lemon wedge.
Method: Build in a tall glass filled with ice.
Why it works: Carbonation lifts the peat smoke out of the glass, making it incredibly aromatic and easy to drink.