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Pokeno Exploration Series #1 - Totara Cask NZ Single Malt Whisky 70cl

Name: Pokeno Exploration Series #1 - Totara Cask NZ Single Malt Whisky 70cl
Brand: Pokeno
SKU: whisk.pokenototara.70cl
Price: 89.81 GBP
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Pōkeno Exploration Series #1: Tōtara Cask

An Indigenous Innovation: The Sacred Wood of Aotearoa

Embark on a truly unique sensory journey with the Pōkeno Exploration Series #1: Tōtara Cask. This "bold statement" marks the debut of Pōkeno's experimental series, "engineered" to explore the frontiers of New Zealand flavor. After an initial maturation in first-fill bourbon casks, the spirit "transforms" during a finishing period in barrels crafted from Tōtara—an indigenous New Zealand wood historically revered by Māori for its strength and durability in carvings, homes, and canoes.

The result is a "modern masterpiece" that offers an "unwavering commitment to terroir." It is a "stunning and functional" example of how native timber can "elevate the experience" of single malt, imparting a "vibrant energy" and a "sophisticated charm" unlike anything found in traditional oak aging. With its "luscious" and "expressive" profile, the Tōtara Cask is a "firm favourite" for those seeking a "personalized oasis" of purely New Zealand character.

The Exploration: Bourbon Foundations & Tōtara Finishing

The Tōtara Cask is "built to impress," utilizing a "spectacular" finishing process to "elevate the experience":

Indigenous Tōtara Wood: This "unique" wood "transforms" the spirit, offering a profile that is "positively brimming" with creamy coconut and sweet sap.

First-Fill Bourbon Base: Provides the "perfect foundation" of vanilla and honeyed malt before the Tōtara finish adds its "vibrant" layers.

Lightly Toasted Barrels: The Tōtara casks are "engineered" with a light toast to extract delicate floral and woody notes without becoming overly tannic.

Aotearoa Heritage: By using a wood so deeply tied to New Zealand history, Pōkeno creates a "bold statement" of cultural and geographic identity.

Additional Information

Style	Whisky - Single Malt Whisky
SKU	whisk.pokenototara.70cl
GTIN	No
ABV %	46
Bottle Size (cl)	70
Brand	Pokeno

Suggested Cocktails and Manufacturer Info

Official Tasting Notes

Prepare your palate for a "luscious" and "ethereal" journey through the native forests of the Waikato:

Nose: An "inviting" and "vibrant" bouquet of creamy coconut and sweet tree sap. Look for "fragrant notes" of white peach and the "clean" aroma of freshly cut wood.
Palate: A "full-bodied" and "expressive" entry. You’ll find "mounds of stone fruit" and vanilla, balanced by a "sophisticated charm" of creamy coconut milk and soft wood spice.
Finish: A sophisticated and "lasting" conclusion where the sweet sap and white peach linger alongside a "vibrant" and "refreshing" woody dryness.

Product Details

Feature	Details
Origin	Pōkeno, Waikato, New Zealand
Distillery	Pōkeno Whisky
Whisky Style	NZ Single Malt
Series	Exploration Series #1
Cask Finish	Lightly Toasted Tōtara Casks
Character	Tropical, Woody, and Unique
Key Flavours	Coconut, Sweet Sap, White Peach, Fresh Wood

Serving Suggestions

The Purist’s Pour: Enjoy it neat to fully appreciate the "unique" influence of the Tōtara wood. It is a "marvellous" conversation starter that "stands the test of time."
The "Native" Old Fashioned: Use a light touch of honey syrup to amplify the "sweet tree sap" notes for a "vibrant and stylish" twist on the classic.
Gourmet Pairing: The "coconut and peach" notes pair "spectacularly" with grilled seafood, tropical fruit pavlova, or a creamy brie.