{"title":"The Game of Thrones Single Malt Whiskies","description":"\u003cp class=\"got-intro__copy\"\u003eWinter has come, and with it, the dead… good Game of Thrones-themed single malt whisky range from Diageo. Whiskies from eight of Scotland's best-known and most-loved distilleries have been paired with the great Houses and factions of Westeros, from Clynelish with the verdant, agricultural riches of House Tyrell in the south to Dalwhinnie and the open honesty of House Stark in the northern stronghold of Winterfell, and Oban with The Night's Watch at The Wall, to name a few.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"got-intro__copy\"\u003eIf Scotch whisky is Westeros, then these distilleries are its great Houses. From the sweet, zesty flavours of Royal Lochnagar to the rich smoke of Lagavulin and the coastal tang of Talisker, the ice of Dalwhinnie Winter's Frost to the fire of Cardhu Gold Reserve – here you'll find the character of that world, distilled.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"lagavulin-9-year-old-game-of-thrones-house-lannister-700ml","title":"Lagavulin 9 Year Old Game of Thrones House Lannister\n\n700ml","description":"\u003cp\u003eOne of the oldest, and richest, dynasties in the Seven Kingdoms, House Lannister will do anything to retain its power and influence over the Iron Throne. Their ferocious intent is aptly represented by the clawing lion of House Lannister’s banner which demonstrates that, if you cross them, you will hear the violent roar of House Lannister which has left many houses in ruins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLagavulin 9 Year Old is a roaring single malt that leaves an intensely smoky flavour in every sip. The golden liquid recalls the Lannisters’ riches and comes from being exclusively matured in first fill ex-Bourbon casks. The nose is characteristic of Lagavulin and bursts with sweet smoke, with a slightly zestier, maritime scent than other expressions. On the palate it opens with smoky, caramelised banana, burnt marshmallow and vanilla, fading into a salted caramel finish.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Eight PM","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32329313091644,"sku":"","price":139.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0021\/5462\/7132\/products\/lagavulin-9-year-old-game-of-thrones-house-lannister-700ml-257289.jpg?v=1618820240"},{"product_id":"cardhu-gold-reserve-game-of-thrones-house-targaryen-700ml","title":"Cardhu Gold Reserve Game of Thrones House Targaryen 700ml","description":"\u003cp\u003eOne of the most resilient houses in the Seven Kingdoms, House Targaryen have survived a lot of trials and tribulations, often with the help of their fire-breathing dragons. The strength of will and fierce, unwavering determination of House Targaryen allowed Daenerys Targaryen to walk through fire and emerge at the head of the greatest army the known world has ever seen. Under the Targaryen banner she marched to claim the Iron Throne and bend her rivals to her will. The same fiery spirit and steely resolve fueled Helen Cumming and her daughter-in-law Elizabeth as they formed Cardhu Distillery in the male-dominated whisky world. This single malt celebrates legendary women, in the Seven Kingdoms and in Scotland, with a drink that is rich in flavour, dark and fruity with a spicy toffee edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe whisky's rich golden colour is accompanied by soft honey aromas with just a hint of toasted oak. Take a sip and you’re greeted by apple pie flavours, sweet baked fruit and buttery cinnamon, which quickly develop into a rich caramel with clove and malty biscuit flavours mixed throughout.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Eight PM","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32329313681468,"sku":"","price":88.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0021\/5462\/7132\/products\/cardhu-gold-reserve-game-of-thrones-house-targaryen-700ml-172761.jpg?v=1627772483"},{"product_id":"clynelish-reserve-game-of-thrones-house-tyrell","title":"Clynelish Reserve Game of Thrones House Tyrell 700ml","description":"\u003cp\u003eHouse Tyrell of Highgarden, rulers of the Reach, are used to lush green scenery, echoed in the green pastures and rolling hills surrounding Clynelish Distillery. A House known best for their wealth and their emblem – the golden rose – the Tyrells are a proud and noble family, and like the golden rose are hiding thorns beneath their petals. Clynelish Reserve has a sweet and fruity flavor, with a spicy undercurrent, just enough to prove it still has bite. Made with water said to come from Clynemilton burn where the water runs over veins of gold in the rock, this single malt is light and floral like Highgarden, but should not be underestimated as it still holds a strong Highland character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis light-gold Scotch initially offers fresh fruit flavours - such as mango and pineapple - before slipping into rich, sweet vanilla notes. It finishes with sweet, maritime notes that mingle with the light floral flavours which warm and build throughout, leaving the signature sweet Clynelish waxiness behind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e51.2%abv\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Eight PM","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32329316237372,"sku":"","price":133.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0021\/5462\/7132\/products\/clynelish-reserve-game-of-thrones-house-tyrell-700ml-320527.jpg?v=1617485928"},{"product_id":"dalwhinnie-winters-frost-game-of-thrones-house-stark-700ml","title":"Dalwhinnie Winter's Frost Game of Thrones House Stark\n\n700ml","description":"\u003cp\u003eFar in the North of Westeros lies the home of House Stark, a noble family whose lords served as King in the North for generations. A proud and loyal family, the Starks were true to those they swore allegiance to – First House Targaryen and later House Baratheon. However, every noble family has a vulnerable side, and the Starks are no different. Living in the North they are often caught with a warning passing their lips: Winter is coming. Like House Stark, Dalwhinnie distillery are northerners through and through. One of the highest and coldest distilleries in Scotland, the extreme weather and cold temperatures experienced at Dalwhinnie are reflected in the fact that this single malt is best served chilled, or over ice, to highlight its signature honey and spice characteristics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAged in ex-bourbon casks, this light gold single malt gently opens to flavours of honeyed figs and delicious malt balls, finishing with rich fruitcake sweetness. Like House Stark, Dalwhinnie Winter’s Frost is loyal to the flavour profile that the distillery is known for, and not only survives the cold of winter, but uses it to its advantage.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Eight PM","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32329320628284,"sku":"","price":111.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0021\/5462\/7132\/products\/dalwhinnie-winters-frost-game-of-thrones-house-stark-700ml-876592.jpg?v=1624129696"},{"product_id":"oban-bay-reserve-game-of-thrones-nights-watch","title":"Oban Bay Reserve Game of Thrones Night's Watch 700ml","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe brothers of the Night’s Watch take an oath and pledge their lives to protect the Seven Kingdoms and guard them from the terrors that lie beyond the ancient barrier of ice, The Wall, from their base at Castle Black. There lies a frozen wasteland which, legend has it, is inhabited by giants, wildlings and the Night King and his army of White Walkers who bring with them the long night. Just like Castle Black, Oban Distillery sits at the foot of a steep cliff that overlooks the bay, the frontier between the West Highlands and the Islands of Scotland. The richness of the whisky is balanced with a woody, spicy dryness that would keep even the Night’s Watch warm in winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the nose this Oban has aromas of hay and tangy savoury aromas, but calms into cocoa and Morello cherries. On the palate there are instant flavours of dark berry pie and liquorice. Toasted oak joins the fray, and citrus and cloves add a lighter touch. The finish brings back those cherries and dark fruits, alongside a hint of savoury.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Eight PM","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32329344221244,"sku":"","price":137.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0021\/5462\/7132\/products\/oban-bay-reserve-game-of-thrones-nights-watch-700ml-351594.jpg?v=1623569333"},{"product_id":"singleton-glendullan-reserve-game-of-thrones-house-tully-700ml","title":"Singleton Glendullan Reserve Game of Thrones House Tully 700ml","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe ancestral home of House Tully, Riverrun, sits at the junction of the Red Fork of the Trident and the Tumblestone River. The ruling Lord of the Riverlands, House Tully embodies the power and ferocity of the rivers it sits between. Using the power found in their positioning, House Tully forged strong alliances and built a history of honour, family and duty. Built along the banks of the River Fiddich, Glendullan Distillery originally relied on the waters it lay beside, using a water wheel to power the entire distillery. Like the Tullys themselves, this single malt can benefit from a splash of water, opening up flavours of green apple, honey and sweet vanilla.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAged in ex-bourbon casks, this single malt has a light straw shimmer and a heady opening of Madagascan vanilla on the nose, followed by hints of clove spice. On the palate the initial drive is fresh green apples, then the clove flavour from the nose is there, but accompanied by warm cinnamon notes. The finish slips into a red berry flavour with vanilla and a hint of cherry bakewell.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Eight PM","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32329348284476,"sku":"","price":97.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0021\/5462\/7132\/products\/singleton-glendullan-reserve-game-of-thrones-house-tully-700ml-747448.jpg?v=1624096623"},{"product_id":"talisker-select-reserve-game-of-thrones-house-greyjoy-700ml","title":"Talisker Select Reserve Game of Thrones House Greyjoy 700ml","description":"\u003cp\u003eA sea-faring people, House Greyjoy rule over the Iron Islands and worship the Drowned God. The Ironborn live and breathe the sea, making their fortune amidst salt and smoke. With the sweat of their brows and the strength of their backs the Greyjoys have forged their place amongst the great Houses of Westeros, feeding their people and surviving on the desolate Iron Islands. They pay the Iron Price to succeed. On the shores of one of the most remote and rugged Islands in Scotland, the Isle of Skye, lies Talisker Distillery. Its wave-beaten shores imbue its whisky with Talisker’s signature maritime character. An intense, smoky single malt, with spicy and sweet notes, whose maritime edge makes this the perfect whisky to represent House Greyjoy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGolden copper in colour, this Talisker is aged in heavily charred, ex-bourbon American oak casks for a truly unique character. The nose is typical of the distillery, with dry peppery smoke and dark chocolate tones. The palate explodes with flavours of salted caramel and chili flakes, with a subtle background of peppery smoke. The long finish brings sweet fruitcake notes and a lasting hint of heather.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e45.8%abv\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Eight PM","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32329354412092,"sku":"","price":111.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0021\/5462\/7132\/products\/talisker-select-reserve-game-of-thrones-house-greyjoy-700ml-670164.jpg?v=1627348383"},{"product_id":"royal-lochnagar-12-year-old-game-of-thrones-house-baratheon-700ml","title":"Royal Lochnagar 12 Year Old Game of Thrones House Baratheon 700ml","description":"\u003cp\u003eRobert Baratheon claimed his seat upon the Iron Throne after a bitter rebellion against the Targaryen dynasty, and ruled over the Seven Kingdoms wearing a golden antlered crown to show his power and honouring his House emblem – the Stag. Royal Lochnagar also enjoys royal connection, having held a Royal Warrant, first awarded by Queen Victoria, since 1848. Unlike House Baratheon, whose rule is over and whose family lies in ruins, Royal Lochnagar has only grown in strength. Its reputation for incredible whiskies has grown and spread, and it has maintained praise from British monarchs. Well balanced, fruity and spicy, it truly is a taste of royalty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA light amber colour of this single malt echoes the light and delicate aromas of this 12-year-old Royal Lochnagar. It starts with gentle oak aromas that develop into sweeter caramel tones with a fruity edge. When you taste it there are immediate sweet layers of vanilla and liquorice, which blend into a gentle finish of nutmeg and sweet pastries.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Eight PM","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32329355690044,"sku":"","price":99.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0021\/5462\/7132\/products\/royal-lochnagar-12-year-old-game-of-thrones-house-baratheon-700ml-308692.jpg?v=1623569330"},{"product_id":"mortlach-15-year-old-game-of-thrones-edition-700ml","title":"Mortlach 15 Year Old Game of Thrones Edition 700ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe ninth release in Diageo's Game of Thrones Collection, Six Kingdoms is a 15-year-old Mortlach single malt, matured in a combination of first-fill oloroso sherry and ex-bourbon casks.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis Mortlach Single Malt Scotch Whisky that has been aged for 15 years, is presented in a metallic gold canister that features an intricate pen and ink drawing of the Three-Eyed Raven as seen throughout the eight seasons of the series. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Six Kingdoms packaging pays homage to the last Greenseer, whose ability to see beyond the constraints of time and unravel the intricate stories that held the tapestry of Westeros together proved to be his ultimate power. The Mortlach Distillery is built on the site of a historic battle and is the first to legitimately rule over Dufftown’s whisky trade. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInfluenced by its own collection of historical figures, the Mortlach’s signature method to distil the liquid exactly 2.81 times is a complex process as unique as the Three-Eyed Raven character. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eServing Suggestion: Adding a little water develops the fresh fruit characters, with more in the way of green apple and green grape. The aromas become softer, the woodiness gentler, and the chocolate notes more pronounced.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-page-module--tasting-note-container--2j6Jt d-flex flex-column  container\"\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eNOSE\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOpens with red apple and warming spice notes, before hints of toffee apple, wood spice, and ripe cranberry appear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-page-module--tasting-note-container--2j6Jt d-flex flex-column  container\"\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003ePALATE\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFresh fruit \u0026amp; creamy vanilla, woody, aromatic spice combining with hints of cinnamon and a warming woodiness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-page-module--tasting-note-container--2j6Jt d-flex flex-column  container\"\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eFINISH\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLingering vanilla, spice, and dark chocolate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Eight PM","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32446671683644,"sku":"","price":225.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0021\/5462\/7132\/products\/mortlach-15-year-old-game-of-thrones-edition-700ml-354002.jpg?v=1620201596"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.eightpm.co.nz\/collections\/the-game-of-thrones-single-malt-whiskies.oembed","provider":"Eight PM","version":"1.0","type":"link"}