Minden Mill Celebrates Single Estate Craftsmanship With American Single Malt Whiskey Release.
Minden Mill Distilling, located in Minden, Nevada, has announced the release of its Minden Mill American Single Malt Whiskey, marking the debut of the spirit as a federally recognized category in the U.S. The whiskey is crafted entirely from local ingredients at the distillery’s high desert estate along the Sierra Nevada mountain range. Master Distiller Joe O’Sullivan emphasizes that the product reflects the terroir of Nevada and showcases the tradition of fine single malt whiskey-making.
- Style: American Single Malt Whiskey
- Mashbill: 100% estate-grown and malted barley
- Proof: 94
- Age: 5 Years
- Tasting Notes: aromas of fig, caramel, golden raisin, candied plum, and honeycomb on the nose, complemented by notes of almond and light tobacco leaf. The palate features rich caramel and dried cherry notes that mingle with fruit compote, honey, and sweet malt, finishing with a luxurious mouthfeel and notes of cherry tobacco and light nutmeg allspice.
- Price: $60
- Availability: Nationwide and Online
Ground-to-Glass Craftsmanship in the High Desert
As a member of the Estate Whiskey Alliance and holder of a Nevada estate distillery license, Minden Mill produces its whiskey using 100% estate-grown barley, malted on site. Water is sourced from an onsite well just 50 steps from the distillery, fed by Sierra Nevada snowpack and filtered naturally through granite. The spirit is fermented with M1 yeast and distilled in dual copper Forsyth stills, hand-hammered in Speyside, Scotland. Unlike traditional steam heating, Minden Mill uses thermal oil-heated calandria systems to simulate direct-fire distillation for a more complex flavor profile.
Aged for Five Years in Climate-Controlled Rickhouses
The whiskey matures for five years in a mix of Oloroso sherry, ex-bourbon, and American oak barrels, along with re-charred wine and sherry butts. The Rickhouses are climate-controlled to mirror conditions in Speyside, Scotland, preserving barrel integrity despite Nevada’s low humidity. This precise aging process allows for proper expansion and contraction of the whiskey in the wood and consistent evaporation levels that concentrate flavor.
A New Chapter in American Single Malt
“Minden Mill has the unique opportunity to help introduce the U.S. consumer to the American Single Malt Whiskey category,” said Master Distiller Joe O’Sullivan. “This is a true representation of a single estate whiskey, highlighting the unique terroir of Nevada’s high desert.” Prior to founding Minden Mill, O’Sullivan apprenticed under Steven McCarthy, a pioneer in American Single Malt whiskey. Minden Mill American Single Malt is non-chill filtered, bottled at 94 proof, and features notes of fig, caramel, cherry tobacco, and honeycomb. It is now available nationwide for $60 and online at mindenmill.com.
About Foley Family Wines & Spirits
Established by Bill Foley in 1996, Foley Family Wines & Spirits (FFWS) is a portfolio of highly acclaimed wines and spirits from some of the world’s greatest estates. The company owns more than 24 wineries and a distillery, each with its distinct style, legacy, and approach to hospitality. FFWS has expanded its portfolio significantly since its founding, now including such storied brands as Chalk Hill Estate Winery, Sebastiani, Roth, Banshee, Ferrari-Carano, Chateau St. Jean, and Lancaster in Sonoma; Merus, Silverado, and Foley Johnson in Napa Valley; Lincourt, Firestone, and Foley Estates in Southern California; Chalone Vineyard in Monterey County; Four Graces and Acrobat in Oregon; and Three Rivers in Washington. FFWS’s import wines include Lucien Albrecht in France, Nieto Senetiner in Argentina, and 14 wine brands spanning three of New Zealand’s most acclaimed winegrowing regions: Marlborough, Central Otago, and Martinborough. The growing global spirits portfolio includes Minden Mill Whiskeys, High Ground Vodka, Charles Goodnight Texas Straight Bourbon Whiskey, Evil Bean Cold Brew Coffee Liqueur, New Zealand’s Lighthouse Gin, El Mexicano Tequila, the Loch Lomond Group portfolio of Scotch and spirits, and Two Stacks Irish Whiskey and Killowen Distillery. To learn more about Foley Family Wines & Spirits, visit ffws.com/spirits.
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