The Golden Union Release No.1
A fresh chapter unfolds in English whisky as The London Distillery Company (TLDC) unveils The Golden Union: Release No.1 – A Field in England. Following a celebrated relaunch, TLDC is diving into the world of blended malts with a uniquely English twist. This release not only showcases TLDC’s liquid but also brings together the creative strengths of Adnams Distillery, signaling a bold step in the evolution of England’s whisky scene.
The Golden Union: Release No.1
The Golden Union series aims to champion the diversity of English whisky, combining malts from various English distilleries. This first bottling blends TLDC’s whisky with single malt from Adnams Distillery in Southwold, crafted from multiple vintages and matured in a variety of casks, including hogsheads.
- Product Name: The Golden Union: Release No.1 – A Field in England
- Brand: The London Distillery Company (TLDC)
- Category: English Blended Malt Whisky
- Distilleries: TLDC & Adnams
- Country/Region: England
- Style: Blended Malt
- Age: Multi-vintage (non-age statement)
- ABV: 50%
- Launch Date: 30 June 2025
- Price: £49.95 (approx. US$68)
- Availability: TLDC website and select UK retailers
Tasting Notes
A Field in England presents a rich, layered profile that highlights the versatility of English whisky.
- Appearance: Pale gold with bright, natural clarity
- Nose: Creamy toffee, buttery corn, meringue, waxed lemons, and subtle earthiness
- Palate: Preserved lemons, ripening mango, oats, white pepper, milk chocolate, and buttered toast
- Finish: Medium length, soft spice, and a lingering citrus-oak warmth
Key Highlights
This release marks the beginning of an ambitious series that celebrates the spirit of collaboration and experimentation in English whisky.
- Purpose: To highlight the blending potential of English distilleries
- Feature: First-of-its-kind English blended malt series
- Benefit: Elevates lesser-known English malts into a broader spotlight
- Unique Aspects:
- Collaboration between two English distilleries
- Multi-cask and multi-vintage blend
- Bottled at a higher ABV (50%) for flavour intensity
- Curated by Matt McKay, a respected name in whisky blending
Final Overview
Matt McKay, TLDC’s Managing Director and Whisky Maker, captures the spirit of the release perfectly:
“With The Golden Union, we’re proud to launch a series that puts English malt whisky – in all its diversity – centre stage.”
The buzz around this new series is strong. Following the lightning-fast sell-out of TLDC’s earlier release, Renascence – The Revival Release, whisky fans are watching closely. Industry insiders praise TLDC’s creative vision and blending finesse. This isn’t just a bottle—it’s a signal that English whisky is ready to stand tall.
FAQs
Q1: Is The Golden Union: Release No.1 a limited edition?
While it kicks off an ongoing series, individual releases like A Field in England may have limited runs. Early purchase is recommended.
Q2: Where can I buy this whisky?
The bottle is available on TLDC’s official website and from select UK whisky retailers starting 30 June.
Q3: What makes this whisky different from Scottish blends?
It’s uniquely English—blending malts from multiple English distilleries and using diverse cask types without the constraints of traditional Scotch blending rules.
