K5 Whiskey, 750ml, Bhutan Army welfare Project
This special drink from Bhutan is one the finest blend of whiskey from Bhutan. It is named “K5” to commemorate the enthroned the of the 5th King of Bhutan, King Jigme Khesar Namgyal Wangchuck in 2008.
The whiskeys special recipe was discovered in an old distillery in the Himalayan mountains and then assembled by the distillers of Gelephu, south of Bhutan. The distillery is part of the Bhutanese Army welfare project, where their funds from sales go to help veterans of their armed services.
65% of it is a blend of 8 to 12 year old malt whiskies which are distilled in Scotland and aged in Bourbon and sherry casks. The remaining is Bhutanese grown organic grain spirit which has been triple distilled with Himalayan mountain spring water.
Tasting Notes
Colour : Natural pale yellow
Nose : Clean, light, delicate fruity note with a subtle touch of peat
Palate : Round body, light pleasing fruitiness with a hint of sherry
Finish : Smooth with lingering sweetness
Product Description
- Dimensions (LxWXH): 12x30x12
- Alcohol content: 40%
- Weight: 1.3 kg
- Included: Special packaged bottle
Legal Notice
For alcohol purchase, the buyer must be above 18 years of age upon delivery.
We also offer VSOP Cognac, Bhutan Grain Whiskey, Misty Peak, ROSE Zumzim Wine, Special Courier Whiskey, TER single malt whiskey, Yahla Cream Liquer, Zumzim Peach wine.
About the producer
Made by Army Welfare Project, Gelephu Distillery AWP, Bhutan.
The Army Welfare Project was established in 1974 with the aim of creating employment and post-service benefits for ex-servicemen. The first distillery was established in Gelephu in 1976. The AWP expanded, leasing the Samdrup Jongkhar distillery from Namdik Enterprises in 1979 and the Samtse distillery from Bhutan Central Distillers in 1981.
Samtse distillery has an installed production capacity of over 10 million cases per annum. The distillery blends and bottles brands like Black Mountain whiskey, Bhutan rum, gin and liqueurs.