Scapegrace - Rogue Society 'Anthem' Single Malt Whisky, New Zealand

Scapegrace – Rogue Society ‘Anthem’ Single Malt Whisky – New Zealand is a strikingly modern expression from the Scapegrace Distillery near Lake Dunstan, Central Otago — the first major single‑malt release from New Zealand’s new wave of craft whisky makers. It’s distilled from New Zealand malted barley, matured in a mix of bourbon and New Zealand Pinot Noir casks, and bottled at 46 % ABV for purity and texture.

Tasting Notes

Appearance: Deep amber‑gold, with copper glints and slow, oily legs.

Aroma: Honeyed malt, toasted oak, and vanilla pod. Hints of stone fruit, cocoa, and Pinot Noir‑derived red berry tones. A faint earthy spice and dried herb complexity

Palate: Rounded and full‑bodied, showing caramelised malt, dark fruit, and oak spice. Mid‑palate warmth of cinnamon, nutmeg, and toffee. The Pinot Noir cask influence adds a subtle berry sweetness and silky tannin

Finish: Long, warming, and gently spiced, with lingering vanilla, oak, and dark chocolate.

Crafted in small batches at Scapegrace’s carbon‑neutral distillery, this whisky reflects the brand’s modern ethos — New Zealand barley, alpine water, and local cask finishing. The dual maturation in bourbon and wine barrels gives Anthem its signature balance of sweetness, spice, and fruit depth.

A bold New Zealand single malt matured in bourbon and Pinot Noir casks. Scapegrace ‘Anthem’ delivers honeyed malt, red fruit, and oak spice with a long, smooth finish — a confident statement from the country’s new generation of whisky makers.