Crafted to honor Lunar New Year 2025, Lark Chinotto Cask 50cl is a radiant meeting of Tasmanian whisky tradition and Mediterranean zest. Inspired by the Italian Chinotto orange, celebrated for its bittersweet complexity, this special release captures the duality of festivity: brightness and depth, energy and reflection. It’s a whisky that feels alive, offering a vibrant twist to Lark’s signature elegance.

Lark Chinotto Cask CNY 2025 50cl
Brand: Lark Distillery | Category: Single Malt Whisky | ABV: 44% | Origin: Tasmania, Australia | Vol: 50cl

Tasting Profile:
Nose: Aromas of orange marmalade, candied peel, and milk chocolate rise from the glass, followed by a gentle hum of oak spice and caramel.
Palate: Smooth and layered, combining honeyed malt with bursts of citrus zest and bittersweet Chinotto tang. The mid-palate unfolds with cocoa, vanilla, and hints of cola spice, creating a symphony of brightness and warmth.
Finish: Long and graceful, tapering into notes of dark chocolate, toasted oak, and a delicate echo of orange bitters.

Production Details:
This limited edition begins as Lark’s hallmark single malt, matured in casks seasoned with Chinotto, an Italian citrus liqueur known for its bittersweet edge. The interaction between the Tasmanian spirit and the Chinotto wood creates a whisky with exceptional depth and aromatic complexity, bridging two worlds through flavor and craftsmanship.

Perfect For:
Sharing during Lunar New Year gatherings or gifting to someone who appreciates rare finds. It’s a conversation piece, ideal for toasts that mark new beginnings and moments worth remembering.

Expert Notes:
This Chinotto Cask edition is widely admired for its refined balance between sweetness and citrus bitterness. Whisky writers describe it as “a festival of flavor in a glass,” applauding Lark’s creativity in cask innovation and its ability to turn experimentation into art.

Customer Reviews:
“Elegant and unexpected, the Chinotto cask gives it a burst of life.”
“It’s bright, smooth, and just the right amount of daring.”
“A perfect whisky for celebrations. It feels special from the first pour.”

Interesting Fact:
The Chinotto orange is a small, rare citrus grown along the Italian Riviera. Traditionally used in amari and aperitifs, its intense flavor adds both sweetness and intrigue, qualities mirrored beautifully in this whisky’s profile.

Serving Suggestions:
Best enjoyed neat or with a drop of water to open up the citrus and chocolate layers. For a festive serve, pair it with candied orange or a slice of dark chocolate cake.

Distillery Background:
Lark Distillery, founded by Bill Lark in Hobart, remains Australia’s benchmark for craft whisky excellence. Drawing from Tasmania’s pristine natural resources, Lark’s distillers continue to redefine what single malt can be, blending tradition with imagination. The Chinotto Cask release embodies that philosophy: bold, elegant, and unmistakably Tasmanian.