American Oak

American Oak at Hellyers Road

Since 1999, we have been ageing our new make spirit (milled, mashed, fermented and distilled on site) in full-size, 200L American oak ex-bourbon barrels. So firmly embedded in our history, they were almost exclusively used until 2014, when serious exploration of other casks started.

These ex-bourbon barrels, often from Jack Daniels, are perfect for long-term maturation, adding sweetness without harsh tannin over decades.

Our American Oak range is certified pareve kosher. Crafted to be enjoyed by all.

AUSTRALIA'S OLDEST SINGLE MALT

Working away in our corner of Tasmania for almost three decades has resulted in holdings of approximately 90% of all Australian whisky aged 18 years and above. The single casks in this collection are all American oak ex-bourbon, including 23 and 24 year old single casks, which will be released in 2026 and 2027.

"As a custodian of those super aged whiskies, I'd encourage anyone to try whisky aged 20 years or above and see where it takes them, because some of our casks really don't hit their straps until they're 18 or so.”

- Head Distiller, Fiona Coutts

Hellyers Road American Oak History

American Oak 21 Year Old

Cask 2157.05

Filled on June 6, 2002 and decanted August 28, 2023. This first-fill ex-Jack Daniel’s Bourbon barrel yielded 179 bottles.

ABV:62.4% Gold - Single Cask Single Malt 21 Years & Over, World Whiskies Awards

October
2023

American Oak 12 Year Old

This whisky showcases the interplay of tropical notes, distinct to Hellyer Road new make, and the intense honey notes that come from maturation in American oak.

ABV:46.2% Best Australian Single Malt, World Whiskies Awards 2022

February
2024