Dead Sea Whiskey: Israel's Bold Innovation APEX

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We explore Milk & Honey (M&H) Israeli whiskey, a
groundbreaking single malt aged at the lowest place on Earth. The
Dead Sea location creates extreme maturation conditions, with
temperatures reaching 124°F and extraordinary atmospheric
pressure resulting in a complex whiskey despite its young
age.

• First whiskey ever aged in the Dead Sea region, 1,400 feet
below sea level
• Loses 25% to the angels each year (75% over its three-year
aging period)
• Made from 100% malted barley at 111 proof (55.5% ABV)
• Aged in bourbon barrels and STR (shaved, toasted, re-charred)
red wine casks
• Features chocolate and burnt marshmallow on the nose with notes
of pineapple on the finish
• Part of M&H's Apex Terroir series exploring how location
affects whiskey development
• Inspired by the late Dr. Jim Swan's vision of Israel as a
"playground for innovation"
• Demonstrates how extreme conditions can accelerate maturation
and create unique flavor profiles

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Journey with us to the lowest place on Earth as we explore the
remarkable M&H Dead Sea whiskey from Israel's first whiskey
distillery. This groundbreaking single malt defies conventional
aging wisdom by maturing in the extraordinary conditions of the
Dead Sea region – 1,400 feet below sea level where temperatures
soar to 124°F and atmospheric pressure creates a whiskey
environment unlike anywhere else in the world.

The Whiskey Doctor joins us for this special Whiskey Without
Borders episode to unpack what makes this Israeli innovation so
fascinating. We discover how extreme maturation conditions create
an astonishing 25% angel's share per year, meaning 75% of this
whiskey evaporates during its three-year aging process. The
result? A surprisingly complex whiskey that delivers far beyond
its young age.

As we taste through this 111-proof expression, we uncover a
remarkable sensory journey – from chocolate and burnt marshmallow
aromas to hints of campfire smoke and unexpected tropical fruit
notes. The whiskey offers what our hosts describe as "the hug" –
that warming sensation that travels through your chest with a
proper sip of quality spirits.

This episode delves deep into whiskey terroir – how specific
locations shape a whiskey's character through climate, elevation,
and atmospheric conditions. M&H's Apex Terroir series
represents the cutting edge of whiskey innovation, demonstrating
that excellence doesn't require centuries of tradition, just
vision and a willingness to push boundaries.

Whether you're a bourbon devotee curious about global whiskey
expressions or a single malt enthusiast looking to expand your
horizons, this episode offers fascinating insights into how
Israeli whiskey is carving its unique place in the spirits world.
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exceptional whiskeys from unexpected places around the globe.


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