Name: NV GOLDCOCK Single Malt Peated Whisky 1x70cl
Brand: Wine Kin
SKU: hub-10411664-1-DP-STOCK-N
Price: 125.35 SGD
Availability: InStock

Description

The Gold Cock Single Malt Peated is the robust, “smoky” sibling in the Rudolf Jelínek portfolio. Crafted in the heart of Moravia, this expression challenges the traditional notion that heavy peat is exclusive to the Scottish Isles. By combining the intense, phenolic character of peated malt with the spicy, structural influence of Czech winter oak, Gold Cock has created a “World Peated” style that is uniquely Central European.

Unlike many lighter peated whiskies, this expression is bottled at a bold 49.2% ABV, ensuring that the smoky intensity is supported by a rich, oily body and the distillery’s signature malty backbone.

The Craft: Moravian Smoke & Heavy Char
The production of Gold Cock Peated is a study in balancing two powerful forces: smoke and wood.

The Peated Malt: Sourced from high-quality barley that has been kilned with peat to a significant phenol level (measured in PPM). This provides the “industrial” and “earthy” smoke notes that define the spirit.

Traditional Floor-Malting: Even with the addition of peat, the barley undergoes the classic Bruntál floor-malting process, preserving the dense, bready sweetness of the Moravian grain.

Cask Influence: Matured in heavily charred, 270-liter European oak casks. The deep charring acts as a secondary filter while adding layers of vanilla and wood-spice that harmonize with the smoky phenols.

The Appearance: Pale gold with shimmering straw highlights.

The Nose: Bold and evocative. It opens with cold campfire smoke and medicinal peat, quickly followed by sweeter notes of grilled pineapple, honeyed malt, and a touch of brine.

The Palate: Full-bodied and “chewy.” The entry is surprisingly sweet, with flavors of caramel and ripe orchard fruits, which are immediately enveloped by a wave of dry smoke, soot, and cracked black pepper.

The Finish: Long, intense, and drying. The smoke lingers on the palate alongside a persistent oak spice and a final hint of dark chocolate.

SFWSC (San Francisco World Spirits) Double Gold Medal 2023
IWSC (International Wine & Spirit) 93 Points (Silver) 2023

Producer Profile

The Pioneer of Czech Single Malt

GOLDCOCK is the oldest and most storied whisky brand in the Czech Republic, representing a legacy of distillation that dates back to 1969. Originally founded at the Tešetice distillery near Olomouc, the brand is now the crown jewel of Rudolf Jelínek, the world-famous fruit distillate producer based in Vizovice.

GOLDCOCK is a “true original,” crafted entirely from local Moravian ingredients and aged in the unique microclimate of the Wallachian hills, making it a definitive expression of Central European whisky-making.

The Terroir: Moravian Gold

The character of Gold Cock is deeply rooted in the agricultural richness of Moravia. The distillery uses 100% local Moravian barley, which is malted in traditional floor maltings to preserve its enzymatic integrity and rich, cereal profile.

Pristine Water: The whisky is proofed using soft water from the distillery’s own wells in the Vizovice mountains, ensuring a clean and silky texture.
The Vizovice Climate: The aging cellars in Vizovice experience significant seasonal temperature variations. This “breathing” of the casks allows for a robust interaction between the spirit and the wood, imparting deep notes of dried fruit and spice that define the Gold Cock signature.

The Craft: Heritage & Innovation

Under the guidance of master distiller Miroslav Motycka, Gold Cock balances traditional production methods with a bold, experimental spirit.

Traditional Distillation: The whisky is double-distilled in traditional copper pot stills, creating a heavy, flavorful spirit that is built for long-term maturation.
Cask Mastery: While heavily charred European oak was the historical standard for the brand, the modern range explores a variety of finishes, including Oloroso Sherry, Madeira, and even casks that previously held traditional Czech fruit brandies (Slivovitz).
The “Peated” Evolution: Gold Cock has recently gained acclaim for its peated expressions, using local peat sources to create a “continental” smoke profile—earthy and herbal rather than medicinal.