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Bottle and box of The Lakes Single Malt Whiskymakers Reserve No. 5 Whisky on a white background
Bottle and box of The Lakes Single Malt Whiskymakers Reserve No. 6 Whisky on a white background
The Lakes Distillery traditional stone building with a gate and trees in the foreground
The Lakes Distillery aerial view
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The Lakes Distillery - Lakes Whiskymaker&
Bottle and box of The Lakes Single Malt Whiskymakers Reserve No. 5 Whisky being held top and bottom between two hands
Bottle and box of The Lakes Single Malt Whiskymakers Reserve No. 5 Whisky on a white marbe table top with two glasses and some hands

The Lakes Whiskymaker's Reserve No. 5 & No. 6 Single Malt Whisky Duo, 2 x 70cl

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Two consecutive releases of The Lakes Distillery's Whiskymaker's Reserve, the series that defines the distillery's sherry-led style. Tasting them side by side is the point: the cask recipe is similar, the results are noticeably different.

The Whiskymaker's Reserve No. 5, 70cl, 52% Alc. Matured in Oloroso, Pedro Ximénez and red wine casks of Spanish and American oak. Perfumed and fruity on the nose, with nutty baklava and baking spice on the palate and a creamy finish.

The Whiskymaker's Reserve No. 6, 70cl, 52% Alc. Similar casks, but more spice and wood: raisins and dates up front, then incense-like spice and dry oak. We think No. 6 is the bolder of the two.

At 52% Alc., both benefit from a splash of water, which brings the dried fruit forward and softens the oak.

As a gift, this suits someone who already enjoys sherried whisky and would like to compare two releases properly rather than drink one bottle in isolation.

The Lakes Distillery was founded in 2011 in a restored farmstead beside the River Derwent in the Lake District National Park, and has built its whisky around sherry-seasoned casks.
Alc. Strength: 52.0%  |  Bottle Size: 70cl
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The Lakes Whiskymaker's Reserve Duo: No. 5 and No. 6 English Single Malt Whisky

Two consecutive releases | Oloroso, PX and red wine casks | 52% Alc. each | 2 x 70cl

What's in the Set

Whiskymaker's Reserve No. 5

70cl, 52% Alc.

Oloroso, PX and red wine casks of Spanish and American oak. Perfumed and fruity, with nutty baklava, baking spice and a creamy finish.

Whiskymaker's Reserve No. 6

70cl, 52% Alc.

Similar cask recipe with more wood and spice. Raisins and dates, then incense-like spice and dry oak.

Buy It for Yourself, or Give It as a Gift

For yourself

Compare two releases from the same series and see how small changes in cask selection shift the flavour. Pour a measure of each, add a splash of water, and taste No. 5 first.

As a gift

Suits someone who already enjoys sherried whisky, or who follows The Lakes and missed one of the two releases.

Why This Pairing Works

  • Both whiskies share a cask recipe, so the differences you taste come from cask selection and the whiskymaker's choices.
  • Both are bottled at the same strength, which makes a fair comparison.
  • The Whiskymaker's Reserve series is the clearest statement of The Lakes' sherry-led style.

About The Lakes Distillery

Founded in 2011 by Paul Currie in a restored farmstead beside the River Derwent in the Lake District National Park, The Lakes Distillery has built its single malt around sherry-seasoned casks. The Whiskymaker's Reserve series has been its flagship run of releases.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the difference between Whiskymaker's Reserve No. 5 and No. 6?

A: Both use Oloroso, PX and red wine casks. No. 5 is more perfumed and fruity with a creamy finish; No. 6 leans further into dried fruit, spice and oak.

Q: What is The Lakes Whiskymaker's Reserve?

A: A numbered series of single malts from The Lakes Distillery, each built around sherry-seasoned casks. Every release is a little different in cask mix and character.

Q: How should I taste the two side by side?

A: Pour a small measure of each into identical glasses and add a splash of water to both. At 52% Alc., water brings out the dried fruit. Taste No. 5 first, then No. 6.

Q: Is this a good gift for a whisky drinker?

A: It suits someone who already enjoys rich, sherried whisky. For someone new to English whisky, a tasting set of smaller bottles may be a gentler start.
Alcoholic Strength, Bottle Size and Dietary Information
  • Alc: 52.0%
  • Volume: 70cl
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Delivery

Currently we only deliver within the UK. Costs as follows:

£89 or over

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Returns

We have a 30-day return policy, which means you have 30 days after receiving your item to request a return.

To be eligible for a return, your item must be in the same condition that you received it, unworn or unused, with tags, and in its original packaging. You’ll also need the receipt or proof of purchase.

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