World Whiskey Society Ducks Unlimited Shotgun Shell – American Single Malt

Overview
World Whiskey Society Ducks Unlimited Shotgun Shell – American Single Malt is a limited-edition collector’s release that blends premium whiskey craftsmanship with hunting-inspired design. Created in collaboration with Ducks Unlimited, this expression is housed in a striking red fluted glass bottle inspired by a shotgun shell, packaged inside a gun barrel-style display case. The whiskey itself is an American Single Malt, delivering rich malt character, dark fruit sweetness, and subtle smoke — making it both a conversation piece and a serious sipping whiskey.

🥃 Tasting Notes

• Nose: Warm aromas of oak, cocoa, honey, dark fruit, toasted malt, and soft baking spice rise from the glass.

• Palate: Smooth and layered with notes of chocolate, walnut, caramelized sugar, dried fruit, and toasted oak. The malt character is rich and slightly nutty, balanced by subtle sweetness and spice.

• Finish: Long and warming with lingering cocoa, oak spice, honey, allspice, and a gentle smokiness that slowly fades.

🔍 Key Details

• Type: American Single Malt Whiskey

• Edition: Ducks Unlimited Shotgun Shell Limited Edition

• Proof / ABV: 96 proof (48% ABV)

• Size: 750 mL

• Presentation: Red shotgun shell-inspired bottle housed in a custom gun barrel-style display case

• Collaboration: World Whiskey Society × Ducks Unlimited

• Profile: Rich, malty, slightly smoky, and dessert-like with dark fruit and oak complexity

🍸 How to Enjoy It

• Neat: Best for appreciating the whiskey’s layered malt richness and subtle smoke.

• With a splash of water: Opens deeper chocolate, honey, and spice notes while softening the oak.

• On a large ice cube: Enhances sweetness and smoothness while preserving complexity.

• Collector’s display: The shotgun shell bottle and barrel-style case make this ideal for showcasing in a whiskey room or bar.

• Pairings: Pairs beautifully with smoked meats, dark chocolate, roasted nuts, cigars, and campfire-style desserts.

✅ Who It’s For

This release is perfect for whiskey collectors, hunting enthusiasts, Ducks Unlimited supporters, and fans of unique presentation bottles. The combination of rich American Single Malt whiskey and bold shotgun shell packaging makes it an ideal gift, display centerpiece, or special-occasion bottle for anyone who appreciates craftsmanship, tradition, and standout design.