Single malt and blended whisky have very distinct differences, which all come down to the ingredients and production process.

Single Malt

Single Malt whisky is made from 100% malted barley, which MORRIS Whisky is! We create a unique whisky style that speaks to our home in Rutherglen. Made with nothing but 100% Australian premium malted barley which is then brewed and fermented in our family-owned brewery for total quality control.

The distillation process must occur in one singular distillery, at MORRIS we use the original still, which was made in the 1930s in Adelaide and installed at the Morris of Rutherglen site in 1941. It has been meticulously restored and in recognition of its awakening after decades of slumber, the still has been named “Aurora”, a nod to the princess in Sleeping Beauty. We also have a second identical still called "Ella" as she too will come to the ball. Pure filtered water is then used throughout the production process.

Single malts tend to have more complex, rich and varied flavours, the distillery and location in which the liquid is produced play an important role in characteristics, length of aging and taste. MORRIS Whisky’s distillery is situated in Rutherglen, Victoria, its lush hills border Victoria’s Riverland, fed by the Snowy Mountains and Murray River. The strong continental climate, with hot summers +40°C and cool nights <0°C, making it ideal for barrel aging Australian Single Malt Whisky. The significant temperature fluctuations enhance maturation, creating intense flavour and complexity more quickly than in cooler climates, such as Scotland.

Blended Whisky

Our recently released 36 SOUTH blended whisky is an example, use halliday copy! A blend of different whiskies, which can include both single malts and grain whiskies, which are made from a mix of barley and other grains, like corn or wheat. The distillation occurs across multiple different distilleries, meaning it’s a mix of different types of whisky. The goal is to create a consistent flavour profile across bottles. Blended whiskies can vary widely, but they usually have a less intense flavour compared to single malts. Popular brands of blended whiskies include Johnnie Walker, Ballantine’s and Monkey Shoulder.