The English Whisky 2010 Heavily Smoked – Bottled 2022 (70cl, 46%)
70cl / 46% (OUT OF STOCK)
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- Distillery
- St. George's Distillery
- Region
- England
- Type
- Single Malt
- Age
- 12 years
- Bottle Size
- 70cl
- ABV
- 46%
- Chill Filtered
- No
- Natural Colour
- No
A limited 12-year-old heavily peated English single malt, distilled in 2010 and matured in refill bourbon casks to showcase a unique smoky profile.
At-a-Glance:
| Field | Details |
| Distillery | The English Whisky Co. (St George's) |
| Bottler | Distillery Bottling |
| Country & Region: England, Norfolk (Roudham) | |
| Category | Single Malt Whisky (Heavily Peated) |
| Age | 12 Year Old |
| Vintage | 2010 |
| Bottled | 2022 (August) |
| ABV & Size(s) | 46% / 70cl |
| Cask / Treatment: Matured in refill bourbon casks | |
| Natural Colour: Not stated by the producer | |
| Non-Chill-Filtered: Not stated by the producer | |
| Cask Strength: No | |
| Bottle count / Outturn: 2,850 bottles | |
| Intended channel | Small Batch Release |
| Packaging | Original box/tube. |
| Notes on discrepancies | The specific peat level is not cited but is described as "heavily smoked," often exceeding 30ppm. |
Historical Context
This 2010 Heavily Smoked bottling is a cornerstone release in The English Whisky Co.'s commitment to producing peated single malts, challenging the dominance of Islay in this category. Distilled in March 2010 and bottled in August 2022, this is a 12-year-old expression.
The rarity and value of this bottling are twofold: its age and its scarcity. Twelve-year-old single malt from the early years of the English whisky revival is inherently limited. Furthermore, the liquid was intentionally produced with a heavily peated profile, a style that the distillery only uses for select releases. The whisky was matured entirely in refill bourbon casks, ensuring that the high level of peat smoke dominated the flavour profile, rather than being masked by active oak.
The bottle's appeal is also driven by its unique positioning as a 12-year-old, heavily peated malt produced in England before the rapid expansion of the category. The outturn was a strictly limited Small Batch release of 2,850 bottles, ensuring its collectibility.
2.1 Documented variants:
- 46% ABV/70cl is the single format.
- Age: 12 Year Old.
- Outturn: 2,850 bottles.
- Cask: Refill Bourbon casks.
Variant Matrix:
| ABV | Volume | Market | Era cues | Relative desirability |
| 46% | 70cl | Small Batch/Limited | 12 Year Old, Heavily Smoked, Refill Bourbon | Highest (Age and distinct peated style) |
2.2 Packaging & authenticity checklist:
The label must clearly state "2010 Vintage," "Bottled 2022," and "Heavily Smoked." The limited outturn of 2,850 bottles is a key marker. The maturation in refill bourbon casks is the technical note that ensures the spirit's smoky character is highlighted.
2.3 Regulatory/terminology notes:
The liquid is a Single Malt Whisky from England. "Heavily Smoked" denotes a high peat level (often exceeding 30ppm, the standard for heavily peated whiskies). The 12 Year Old age statement confirms the minimum maturation period.
- Liquid Profile (from verifiable notes)
The profile is bold and smoky, balanced by sweet fruit and toffee notes.
Nose: Smouldering orchard fruits.
Palate: Salted toffee.
Finish: Not stated by the producer.
With water: Not stated by the producer.
- Pricing & Market Dynamics (GBP)
The Heavily Smoked 2010 vintage is a high-value Small Batch release, with pricing reflecting its scarcity and age.
Original RRP (GBP): Circa 56.00 GBP - 65.00 GBP (Based on similar small batch releases).
Current UK retail range (GBP, incl. VAT): 57.75 GBP.
Recent UK/EU auction range (GBP, hammer): 45.00 GBP (Mar 2025), 54.95 GBP (Oct 2022).
Pricing stratification: The 46% ABV, 12 Year Old vintage maintains a consistent retail price around 57.00 GBP, reflecting strong value for an aged, peated English malt.
Liquidity & sourcing note: Liquidity is moderate. Sourcing is competitive for a limited release of 2,850 bottles.
Price Snapshot:
| Channel | Date | Bottle spec | Price (GBP) | Notes |
| Retail (Specialist) | Current | 70cl / 46% ABV | 57.75 | UK Retail Listing |
| Retail (Specialist) | Current | 70cl / 46% ABV | 60.51 | UK Retail Listing |
| Auction (Hammer) | Mar 2025 | 70cl / 46% ABV | 45.00 | Winning bid |
Distillery/Bottler Snapshot
The English Whisky Co. (St George's) is England's oldest registered whisky distillery, founded in 2006. The distillery is known for its technical capability to produce both unpeated and heavily peated malts. This release demonstrates its commitment to aged, peated expressions, which are scarce within the growing English whisky category.
- Sourcing
- Target formats/eras to prefer: The 70cl, 46% ABV, 2010 Vintage bottling.
- Red flags to avoid: Be cautious of bottles lacking the specific vintage date or the 46% ABV strength.
- Condition thresholds (fill/box/labels): Original packaging is highly desirable. High fill level is expected.
- Margin/velocity expectations - qualitative: Velocity is moderate. Margin potential is strong when acquired near the 45.00 GBP hammer price.