A bottle of Burdons Tasmanian whisky on a white background with reflection

Introducing BURDONS

Welcome to Nonesuch Distillery's Blog page, where we proudly present BURDONS, a Tasmanian Whisky that embodies the essence of craftsmanship and dedication to perfection. BURDONS is a Malt Whisky.  It...
July 25, 2023 — Rex Burdon
Gin-Infused Prawn Poppers

Gin-Infused Prawn Poppers

Get ready for a flavor explosion with this delightful appetizer recipe!  In just minutes, you'll create a starter that will have your friends begging for more. Ingredients: 24 large prawns,...
July 05, 2023 — Rex Burdon
Malt v Grain Whisky.  Q & A with our whisky distiller

Malt v Grain Whisky. Q & A with our whisky distiller

Q: What is the difference between malt whisky and grain whisky? Malt whisky is made exclusively from malted barley, while grain whisky is made from any cereal grain like corn,...
May 04, 2023 — Rex Burdon
Roast Lamb in Sloe Gin

Roast Lamb in Sloe Gin

You will need - 1 lamb leg (or shoulder of lamb) 1.5kg 2 tablespoons freshly chopped mint 2 large red onions, peeled and quartered 1 tablespoon olive oil 150ml Nonesuch...
March 12, 2023 — Rex Burdon
Maturing whisky in Sherry Casks

Maturing whisky in Sherry Casks

Sherry cask whisky is highly popular so let’s explain what these casks bring to the whisky and why Sherry cask whiskies can vary greatly. Firstly the cask itself will contribute...
March 05, 2023 — Rex Burdon
Why use American Oak for maturation?

Why use American Oak for maturation?

Nonesuch Triple Grain Whisky ND88 has been aged in charred American oak barrels.  Cask 88 that was coopered from New American Oak and Cask 91 that was coppered from a...
February 04, 2023 — Rex Burdon
ND67 Ex Sherry Cask Single Malt

ND67 Ex Sherry Cask Single Malt

Back in 2019 we had the opportunity to buy some amazing oak casks, including one that had been seasoned with a blend of Oloroso and Pedro Ximenez Sherry.  In hindsight...
May 28, 2022 — Rex Burdon
Brad and Hayley Wedding

Hayley's Sloe Gin Spritz

Nothing makes us prouder than when people choose our products to enjoy on very special occasions.  So imagine how pleased we were when Hayley and Brad were married recently at Rayburn...
April 06, 2022 — Rex Burdon
Nonesuch Triple Grain Tasmanian Whisky at the distillery

Triple Grain Whisky - Tasmanian Whisky Innovation

In Tasmania nearly all the whisky produced is Single Malt meaning it is made using only malted barley and naturally Nonesuch also produce amazing Single Malts.  But, we have a...
This Whisky Release Is our "Thank You"

This Whisky Release Is our "Thank You"

ND44 is the latest in our ex-red wine cask matured releases and this one comes to you at an almost unbelievably special price.  HAVE WE GONE NUTS?  HOW CAN WE DO THIS?We asked for...
March 23, 2022 — Rex Burdon
Nonesuch Distillery

Newsletter - Cask Strength Whisky, Cocktail Strength Sloe + more

We are naturally upset at the number of our subscribers and customers who are being affected by COVID.  Here in Tasmania we had been extremely lucky in avoiding cases but...
January 07, 2022 — Rex Burdon
Nonesuch Double Cask Tasmanian Single Malt Whisky

How ND28 Release Came About

We are taking you on the journey of release ND28. If you have been following us for a while you will be aware that we mature our whisky in small...
August 30, 2021 — Rex Burdon