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
Nonesuch Tasmanian Grain Whisky

Whisky News with Distiller Chris

The hardest thing about being a young distillery is deciding on the Whisky style/profile you want to be known for.

I’m super excited to say moving forward this will be one of ours.

In a Tassie Whisky first, we decided our mash bill should consist of 
May 23, 2020 — Chris Burdon
Competitions, Medals and Awards - Too Much?

Competitions, Medals and Awards - Too Much?

What is going on with all these whisky awards and competitions?  Do they mean anything to consumers and do they offer a guide to purchasing when many smaller craft distilleries find the costs of entry too great to participate.  Respected writer and collector Philip Morrice from My Whisky Journeys raised some interesting points that we expand on.
Why Do We Burn The Inside Of Whisky Casks?

Why Do We Burn The Inside Of Whisky Casks?

Charring is not done to create any sort of smokiness in whisky or because it is a great thing to watch being done. The purpose of toasting and/or charring (we will...
Preparing Whisky For Bottling - Flocculation and Filtering

Preparing Whisky For Bottling - Flocculation and Filtering

When you next pick up a bottle of our whisky, invert it or give it a little shake.   If you are lucky enough you might see a hazy little cloud of...
Nonesuch Single Grain Whisky

The Whisky From Cask Number 1

In every distillery there is a special feeling about the first cask to be filled.  It was no different at Nonesuch Distillery.  We knew that the making of the whisky and filling Cask...
GIN AND TONIC ICY POLES

GIN AND TONIC ICY POLES

These are just the thing for the coming summer days.   A gin and tonic is one of the most refreshing alcoholic beverages to sip on during warmer months so these...
Breakfast, Brunch and Gin

Breakfast, Brunch and Gin

You know how it is. You are having a group of friends over to your place for that mid-morning meal and, while you know that you can be brilliantly creative in...
October 08, 2017 — Rex Burdon

Cooking With Gin - Martini Mussels

Tasmanian produce, whether it is from the sea, farms or orchards is amazingly good and is recognised nationally and internationally.

The small batch spirits distilled at Nonesuch Distillery are made with the care and attention to detail that ensures they continue the gourmet tradition of other Tasmanian producers.

When there are such great ingredients available it is just natural to match them for a foodie delight.

Dirty Martini MusselsThis recipe uses delicious mussels from Tasmania's pristine East Coast waters and wonderful Tasmanian olive oil along with our Tasmanian Dry Gin to create a dish based on the classic Dirty Martini cocktail.
(By the way, a true Martini uses gin. .... always gin)