The Israeli Wine Producers Association is donating proceeds to support Israeli organizations through their Sip for Solidarity program. And while many know that wines from Israel are some of the best and most popular in the world, there is apparently more to Israeli booze than just the fruit of the vine.
Named for the eternal benefits of the eternal homeland, Milk & Honey distillery is not only Israel’s first whisky distillery but one of the most award-winning distilleries, having recently been named the “world’s best single malt” at The World Drinks Awards!
With nearly 300 days of sun a year, Israeli grain soaks in plenty of holy light that expedites the aging process and enhances the unique flavor and feel of this spiritual spirit. Aged in American rye and bourbon barrels, tequila casks, and Israeli red, white, and pomegranate wine barrels (including some that undergo their unique shaved-toasted-recharred process), Milk & Honey offers an array of aromas and tastes from calming vanilla to rejuvenating oranges and healing Dead Sea salts. And while the Angel’s share is as high as 12%, as the angels are so close, Milk & Honey still has plenty to share!
Milk & Honey also uses custom-made copper stills and is overseen by hot-climate maturation expert and master distiller Dr. Jim Swan.
As it has done with so many ideas and industries, Israel has taken an ancient favorite and improved it by leaps and bounds. So while we all should be supporting Israel’s winemakers as they continue to support all residents of the Holy Land, if you need a break from wine, you could clearly do a lot worse (and not much better) than Milk & Honey