Here’s an overview of Three Ships 5-Year-Old Whisky, touching on its distillery, aging process, flavor profile, price, and more.
Here’s an overview of Three Ships 5-Year-Old Whisky, touching on its distillery, aging process, flavor profile, price, and more.
Region
South Africa
South Africa
ABV
43%
43%
*Price may vary in price depending on the retailer and availability.
*Price may vary in price depending on the retailer and availability.
Technical Profile
Technical Profile
Whisky Name
Whisky Name
Three Ships 5 Year Old Whisky
Three Ships 5 Year Old Whisky
Distillery Name
James Sedgwick Distillery
James Sedgwick Distillery
Distillery Location
Wellington, South Africa
Wellington, South Africa
Whisky Style/Region
South African Blended Whisky
Ageing Years
5 Years
5 Years
Type of Barrel (Ageing)
American Oak
Finishing
No additional finishing
Mash Bill
Malted Barley, Corn
Malted Barley, Corn
Distillation Method
Pot Still and Column Still Distilled
ABV (Alcohol by Volume)
43% (86 Proof)
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Flavor Profile
Light peat, citrus, vanilla, and subtle spices
Light peat, citrus, vanilla, and subtle spices
Aroma
Smoke, malt, dried fruits, and vanilla
Smoke, malt, dried fruits, and vanilla
Master Distiller/Blender
Andy Watts
Andy Watts
About The Distillery
About The Distillery
James Sedgwick Distillery, located in Wellington, South Africa, was established in 1886 and is renowned as the home of some of the finest South African whiskies, including Three Ships and Bain's Cape Mountain Whisky. The distillery is set in a picturesque location, surrounded by the Hawekwa and Groenberg Mountains.
Visitors to James Sedgwick Distillery can enjoy guided tours, where they experience the full whisky-making process, from grain to glass. The distillery also offers tastings of their award-winning ranges.
James Sedgwick Distillery, located in Wellington, South Africa, was established in 1886 and is renowned as the home of some of the finest South African whiskies, including Three Ships and Bain's Cape Mountain Whisky. The distillery is set in a picturesque location, surrounded by the Hawekwa and Groenberg Mountains.
Visitors to James Sedgwick Distillery can enjoy guided tours, where they experience the full whisky-making process, from grain to glass. The distillery also offers tastings of their award-winning ranges.
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Frequently asked questions about Three Ships 5-Year Old Whisky
Frequently asked questions about Three Ships 5-Year Old Whisky
What Does Three Ships 5 Year Old Whisky Cost?
In South Africa, the price of Three Ships 5 Year generally ranges between R210 and R250, depending on the retailer. For example, Mother City Liquor has it in stock for around R249, Norman Goodfellows listed it for R210, and Whisky Brother listed it at R245 at the time of writing.
What Does Three Ships 5 Year Old Whisky Cost?
In South Africa, the price of Three Ships 5 Year generally ranges between R210 and R250, depending on the retailer. For example, Mother City Liquor has it in stock for around R249, Norman Goodfellows listed it for R210, and Whisky Brother listed it at R245 at the time of writing.
How long is Three Ships 5 Year Aged For?
The Three Ships 5-Year-Old Premium Select is a blend of malt and grain whiskies aged for a minimum of 5 years in hand-selected American oak casks. The warmer South African climate accelerates maturation and produces an exceptionally smooth whiskey after just 5 years.
How long is Three Ships 5 Year Aged For?
The Three Ships 5-Year-Old Premium Select is a blend of malt and grain whiskies aged for a minimum of 5 years in hand-selected American oak casks. The warmer South African climate accelerates maturation and produces an exceptionally smooth whiskey after just 5 years.
How old is Three Ships Whisky?
The age of Three Ships whiskies varies based on the expression. The Three Ships 5-Year Old is aged for a minimum of five years, but the brand also offers other expressions such as Three Ships Bourbon Cask (aged for a minimum of 3 years), Three Ships 10-Year Old Single Malt and the Three Ships 12-Year Old Single Malt. Their Special Release and Master’s Collection also contain whiskies aged for a minimum of 6-21 years.
How old is Three Ships Whisky?
The age of Three Ships whiskies varies based on the expression. The Three Ships 5-Year Old is aged for a minimum of five years, but the brand also offers other expressions such as Three Ships Bourbon Cask (aged for a minimum of 3 years), Three Ships 10-Year Old Single Malt and the Three Ships 12-Year Old Single Malt. Their Special Release and Master’s Collection also contain whiskies aged for a minimum of 6-21 years.
Is Three Ships Scotch Whisky?
No, Three Ships 5-Year Old Whisky is not Scotch whisky. While it follows some of the production processes used in Scotch, it is distinctly a South African whisky.
Is Three Ships Scotch Whisky?
No, Three Ships 5-Year Old Whisky is not Scotch whisky. While it follows some of the production processes used in Scotch, it is distinctly a South African whisky.
Is Three Ships Irish Whisky?
No, Three Ships Whisky is not Irish whisky. It is South African and adheres to South African whisky-making traditions, which differ from Irish whisky in terms of ingredients and distillation methods.
Is Three Ships Irish Whisky?
No, Three Ships Whisky is not Irish whisky. It is South African and adheres to South African whisky-making traditions, which differ from Irish whisky in terms of ingredients and distillation methods.
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