Sullivans Cove French Oak Ex-Apera Single Cask TD0820

Sullivans Cove stands at the forefront of Australian single malt, and its French Oak expressions remain among the distillery’s most distinctive releases. The French Oak Ex-Apera Single Cask TD0820 captures this style in its purest form, pairing a full-bodied spirit with the bold influence of fortified wine seasoning.

Distilled in November 2015 and decanted in September 2025, this whisky matured for 9 years and 10 months in a single 225-litre French oak ex-Apera cask. Over time, the cask shaped the spirit with layers of citrus brightness, dark chocolate richness, and warming spice, while preserving clarity and structure.

Bottled at 47.6% ABV, this release remains non-chill filtered and shows its natural colour. The small barrique yielded only 260 bottles, making TD0820 a genuinely limited snapshot of Sullivans Cove’s French oak program.

A Distinctive Cask Character

French oak brings firm structure and aromatic spice, while the ex-Apera seasoning adds depth and richness. As a result, the whisky balances savoury oak tannins with lifted fruit notes and a confident, mouth-filling texture. Each sip reveals the individuality that defines single cask bottlings.

This release suits collectors and experienced whisky drinkers who appreciate pronounced cask influence and small-batch individuality. It also appeals to those exploring fortified-wine-led maturation styles beyond traditional sherry or port.

Enjoy it neat to experience the full cask character, or add a few drops of water to reveal further citrus and chocolate notes.

As with all single cask releases, Sullivans Cove Ex-Apera Single Cask TD0820 offers a moment-in-time expression that cannot be replicated. Each barrel evolves differently, shaped by oak, climate, and time. For this reason, single cask bottlings appeal to those who value individuality over consistency. With only 260 bottles drawn from one French oak ex-Apera cask, this release captures a distinctive chapter in Sullivans Cove’s ongoing exploration of fortified-wine-led maturation.