{"id":237394,"date":"2025-05-12T03:29:25","date_gmt":"2025-05-12T03:29:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/peraltafinancing.com\/alcohol\/new-zealand-manuka-smoked-single-malt-whisky-makes-uk-debut\/"},"modified":"2025-05-12T03:29:25","modified_gmt":"2025-05-12T03:29:25","slug":"new-zealand-manuka-smoked-single-malt-whisky-makes-uk-debut","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/fivemor.com\/?p=237394","title":{"rendered":"New Zealand Manuka-Smoked Single Malt Whisky Makes UK Debut"},"content":{"rendered":"


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Thomson Whisky will launched in the UK in May with four bottles from their collection, including their Manuka Smoke Single Malt. Photo: Speciality Brands<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Speciality Brands<\/a> continues to expand its premium world whisky collection with a significant new addition from the Southern Hemisphere. Thomson Whisky<\/a> is New Zealand\u2019s most awarded whisky producer and it will join Speciality Brands to launch in the UK from May 12, 2025.<\/span><\/p>\n

Thomson Whisky And Speciality Brands<\/span><\/h2>\n

Thomson Whisky are a handcrafted, small-batch whisky producer from New Zealand and will join the likes of Nikka<\/a>, Michter\u2019s<\/a>, Kavalan, and Starward in Speciality Brands\u2019 lineup. This strategic partnership marks Thomson\u2019s official entry into the competitive UK whisky market.<\/span><\/p>\n

Founded in 2009 by husband-and-wife team Mathew and Rachael Thomson, the boutique distillery began as independent bottlers before establishing their own full-scale distillery operations in 2014. Thomson has pioneered distinctive New Zealand whisky-making techniques, most notably becoming the first producer to use native manuka wood for smoking barley.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cWe\u2019re excited to partner with Speciality Brands and share our whiskies with UK drinkers,\u201d says Mathew Thomson, Co-founder and Head Distiller. \u201cWe bring ingredients, climate, and unique flavours from the South Pacific in our whisky, and this taste journey will now be available across the UK via Speciality Brands.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

Four Expressions Showcase New Zealand Terroir and Innovation<\/span><\/h2>\n

The partnership strengthens Speciality Brands\u2019 position as a leading curator of world whiskies in the UK market. Chris Seale, Managing Director of Speciality Brands, highlights the significance of adding a New Zealand whisky to their collection: \u201cThe breadth of our world whisky portfolio is one of the most unique in the UK, and we are thrilled to be adding a whisky from New Zealand. Thomson has gained a great reputation over the last decade for the quality of its liquid and significant focus on sustainability and locality.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

Thomson Whisky has built its reputation on sustainability practices and locally-sourced ingredients. Their dedication to craftsmanship has earned them international recognition as New Zealand\u2019s most decorated whisky producer.<\/span><\/p>\n

Rachael Thomson, Co-founder of Thomson Whisky, describes the UK partnership as \u201ca momentous and proud moment for our distillery,\u201d noting that Speciality Brands \u201cfully understood our strategic business goals and our approach to distilling unique New Zealand whisky.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

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Full Noise is the premium limited edition whisky from Thomson Whisky that will be under limited allocation. Photo: Speciality Brands<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Whisky enthusiasts across Britain will have access to four Thomson expressions that showcase the distillery\u2019s commitment to local ingredients and innovative production methods:<\/span><\/p>\n

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  • Manuka Smoke Single Malt Whisky (46% ABV, $93.50 [\u00a374.00])<\/span><\/li>\n
  • South Island Peat Single Malt Whisky (46% ABV, $80.80 [\u00a364.00])<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Two Tone Whisky (40% ABV, $61.00 [\u00a348.30])<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Full Noise Limited Edition Whisky (52% ABV, $113.50 [\u00a390.00])<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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    The three main expressions will be available across all distribution channels, while the premium Full Noise Limited Edition will have restricted availability due to its limited production.<\/span><\/p>\n

    This expansion gives UK whisky drinkers unprecedented access to the distinctive flavor profiles of New Zealand whisky, characterized by local ingredients and the unique influence of the South Pacific climate on maturation.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n