Masthouse Grain Whisky is produced at Copper Rivet Distillery in Chatham, Kent — an English single grain whisky distilled from three grain varieties through a combination of pot and column stills. At approximately three years old and 42%, it is a young spirit that demonstrates genuine character despite its youth.
The three-grain approach gives Masthouse an unusual texture for a grain whisky. The dense, viscous mouthfeel is more typically associated with malt whisky, and the butterscotch-brandy cream palate shows genuine flavour development. For a three-year-old grain, it is surprisingly accomplished.
Masthouse Grain is about as good as a three-year-old grain whisky can be — no acetone, no harshness, with genuine grain character and an appealing texture. As Copper Rivet's stocks mature, the potential for more complex and rewarding English grain whisky is clear. A young spirit worth following.
