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Top Shelf Whiskey Essence

Regular price $17

Flavours 2.25L – about $5.29 per 700mL bottle

Delivery Australia-wide: $16 for this item on its own (based on cart total).

Top Shelf Whiskey Essence is a spirit essence for a complex whiskey with rich oak and subtle fruity tones. One bottle makes three 750mL bottles.

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  • $1,000 and over – $89

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Top Shelf Whiskey Essence is a spirit essence for a complex whiskey with rich oak and subtle fruity tones. One bottle makes three 750mL bottles.

Range Still Spirits Top Shelf
Makes 2.25L, three 750mL bottles
Flavour profile Complex, rich oak, subtle fruit
Mix with 2.25L of 40% ABV neutral spirit or vodka
Best served Neat, on ice or with dry ginger
Formerly sold as Top Shelf Scotch Whisky

How to use

  1. Shake the essence bottle well.
  2. Add the essence to 2.25L of 40% ABV neutral spirit or vodka.
  3. Seal and shake to mix, then bottle into three 750mL bottles.
  4. Leave a few days for the flavour to settle before serving.
FAQ

How much spirit does one bottle of Top Shelf Whiskey Essence flavour?

One bottle flavours 2.25L of 40% ABV neutral spirit or vodka, enough for three standard 750mL bottles.

Can I use store-bought vodka instead of home-made neutral spirit?

Yes. Any clean, neutral 40% ABV spirit or vodka works as the base.

Is this the old Top Shelf Scotch Whisky essence?

Yes. It was formerly sold as Top Shelf Scotch Whisky and is the same product.

See also: whiskey essences, all spirit and liqueur essences, our guide to spirit essences.

Also available as a 10-pack.

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Q&A

Hi I have used Top Shelf Essences for the past 20 yrs. and wrapped in them, but getting harder to get: I am looking for whisky ess in small bottles that mesure out at 7.5ml to 700ml bottle and also bourbon, can you help. Rgds John T.
Hi John, have you seen our Original range? Each 50mL bottle makes 5L of essences and we have a few different types of whiskey, here's a link to them: https://distilleryking.com.au/collections/original-essences
HI, DO YOU HAVE A DISCOUNT FOR, SAY A 10 BATCH PURCHASE??
We do for a 24 batch purchase! Here's the link: [Top Shelf Mix & Match Value Pack](https://distilleryking.com.au/collections/top-shelf-essences/products/mix-match-value-pack-24x-still-spirits-top-shelf-spirits-you-choose-the-flavours)
HI, DO YOU HAVE A DISCOUNT FOR, SAY A 10 BATCH PURCHASE??
We do for a 24 batch purchase! Here's the link: [Top Shelf Mix & Match Value Pack](https://distilleryking.com.au/collections/top-shelf-essences/products/mix-match-value-pack-24x-still-spirits-top-shelf-spirits-you-choose-the-flavours)