Apogee XII by Bimber

Apogee XII whisky offers flawless balance with additional layers of flavour and complexity derived from the vivid, fruit and spice-forward character of the ex-Bimber casks.

We sourced some of the finest single malt whiskies from both the Highlands and Speyside. These whiskies were matured for a minimum of 12 years before being enhanced further through skilful, meticulous blending and an additional maturation in ex-bourbon casks that were previously used to age Bimber’s award-winning London single malt whisky.

Bottled at 46.3% ABV with no colouring or chill-filtration, Apogee is presented in a striking, custom glass bottle – which features a tactile, hammered glass that has been fashioned to imitate the surfaces of Bimber’s small copper pot stills.

Tasting notes:

Nose: Spiced pears and oven-baked apricot flans are sweetened by candy necklaces and scented with rosewater, nutmeg and powdered ginger

Palate: Syrupy orchard and stone fruits provide a bright and fresh mouthfeel supported by lightly charred oak, gentle white pepper and cooling mint

Finish: Lingering ripe and sweet fruits alongside sympathetic, aromatic oak

Bimber Distillery

Located in west London, UK, Bimber Distillery was founded in 2015 by Dariusz Plazewski, a whisky enthusiast with Polish roots. The distillery has quickly made a name for itself thanks to its dedication to artisanal production methods and high quality standards.

A unique feature of Bimber is its use of traditional manual craftsmanship in every aspect of production. The distillery malts their own barley on traditional malting floors, slowly ferments in wooden washbacks and distills in small copper pot stills. This process creates a rich and complex spirit. In addition, Bimber matures their whisky in carefully selected casks, including ex-bourbon, sherry and new American oak casks, resulting in varied and deep flavour profiles.

Bimber whiskies are known for their full-bodied, fruity character with notes of vanilla, honey, dried fruit and a subtle spiciness.

The combination of an urban location, a strong focus on craftsmanship and a commitment to quality makes Bimber Distillery a notable and respected name in the world of whisky.