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Chapter II · Christmas 2023

Escher Inspiration

The Complexity of Self and the Mind

Edition Closed25 Whiskies

Inspired by the mesmerising art of M.C. Escher, this intricately designed calendar reflects the deep connection between whisky tasting and neuroscience. Two tiers — Single Cask and Premium — offered distinct journeys through impossible geometry.

The 2023 Christmas Advent Calendar drew inspiration from the impossible architectures of M.C. Escher, reflecting Whisky Brains' core philosophy that whisky tasting is as much a cerebral experience as a sensory one. The Escher-inspired patterns guided tasters on a journey of sensory discovery and cerebral delight. For the first time, two distinct tiers were offered: the Single Cask Whisky Selection (Set A) featuring rare single cask expressions, and the Premium Whisky Selection (Set B) with handpicked premium whiskies — each a unique path through the impossible staircase of flavour.

Escher-inspired art and packaging
Two tiers: Single Cask (Set A) & Premium (Set B)
25 whiskies per set
Neuroscience meets whisky tasting
Full whisky lists with tasting notes

The Whiskies

25 Days, Two Paths

Set A: Single Cask Whisky Selection

01The Crack Glentauchers 14YO
02Ardmore 2009 12YO
03Kavalan Brandy Cask
04Duncan Taylor Tobermory 12YO
05Hot Stills Balmenach 11YO
06Coillmor Port Cask, German Single Malt
07SanOak Blue
08Tamdhu 2007 OR SILEIS
09Premier Barrel Auchroisk 10YO
10Chapter 7 Knockdhu 16YO
11Shelter Craigellachie 9YO
12Secret Highland 12YO (Clynelish)
13Spirit Lustre Teaninich 2009
14The Whisky Agency Bruichladdich 11YO
15Hot Stills Staoisha 9YO
16Slyrs Oloroso Cask, German Single Cask
17Provenance Mannochmore 10YO
18Spirit Medicine Williamson 12YO
19Old Particular Auchentoshan 1997 22YO
20Orkney 9YO Sherry Cask
21Caraidean Fettercairn 14YO
22Glenallachie 2008 OR SILEIS
23Invergordon 1990 32YO
24Bladnoch 2006 Huo
25Dramscape Ledaig 27YO

Set B: Premium Whisky Selection

01Caraidean Fettercairn 14YO
02Arran Port Cask
03Provenance Macduff 10YO
04Eigashima Japanese Whisky
05Glenallachie 2008 OR SILEIS
06Armorik Yeun Elez Jobic
07Premier Barrel Caol Ila 8YO
08Kinahans Heritage Irish Single Malt
09Hot Stills Miltonduff 12YO
10High West Double Rye
11SanOak Blue
12Aberlour 16YO
13Strathisla 12YO
14Old Particular Braeval 12YO
15Glenturret 10YO Peat Smoked
16Brigantina Bourbon Cask, German Single Malt
17Blanton's Green Label
18Old Particular Port Dundas 21YO
19Cutty Sark
20Dalwhinnie Distillers Edition
21Chapter 7 Knockdhu 16YO
22Ballantine's 21YO
23Spirit Lustre Benrinnes 11YO
24Hot Stills Blair Athol 12YO
25The Crack Glentauchers 14YO

Gallery

Escher Inspiration — Image 1
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