Whipper Snapper Upshot Red Corn Australian Whiskey 43%ABV 30ml

Horny Pony doesn't usually stock Corn based whiskies but its not often an Aussie Corn Whiskey wins a top gong as the Worlds Best. This is a signed bottle by Master Distiller Jimmy McKeown and one of the last bottles of the award winning batch of barrels.

"Introducing Upshot Red Corn. A new addition to the corn series, created to highlight the many different varieties of maize, and the first of many to come.

This rare heirloom variety, also known as ‘Jimmy Red’, was a favourite amongst southern U.S moonshiners in the early 1900s. Back in 2018 the Whipper Snapper distillery sourced this special variety for their legendary farmer, Christian Bloecker, who also grows their yellow corn, at the Bothkamp family farm in Kununurra.

Incredibly by simply changing the corn type they see a significant flavour difference. Compared to the regular Upshot which uses yellow corn, red corn doesn’t carry the heavier vanilla or spice notes. A lighter, more gentle character carrying new honey, apple, toffee flavours developed with a creamier mouth feel.

This is the first red corn whiskey in Australia and, as always, it is perfect for enjoying across seasons and in good company.

Official Tasting Notes

Nose: Raisins, raspberries, cranberries, black pepper

Palate: Sweet syrup, sultanas, dark fruits, chocolate, and hints of vanilla

Finish: Creamy, rich dark honey, cherries

Awards

World Whisky Awards 2023 - World's Best Corn Whisky
World Whisky Awards 2023 - Category Winner
World Whisky Awards 2023 - Gold"