There is a large car park (Mereside carpark) off the A58 providing access to the park, café and Hall. From here there is a short, uphill walk to the Hall. Remember to allow time to find parking and walk to the Hall (approx. 10 mins) so that you do not miss your time slot. Compared to other spirits with the same proof, JD and GJ whiskey are full-flavored but smooth and light in taste. Mash Bill The Hall is surrounded by the beautifully restored gardens and estate that forms Shibden Park. There are a range of features and attractions, including a cafe and visitor facilities, miniature railway, boating lake, walking trails, play area, orienteering course and woodland in which to roam. Please note: Shibden Hall will be closed until 1pm on Wednesday 4th October for a private function. Disabled parking is available for Blue Badge holders next to the Hall (Museum parking), accessed from Shibden Hall Road.

Meet author and historian Lucy Adlington of History Wardrobe on Saturday 8th July at 10.30am Bankfield Museum. Just a reminder that our last open day of the season will be Tuesday 31st October. Then we only reopen for our craft fair on the 18th and 19th November. Both whiskeys from the same distillery have a medium-length finish. JD has more spice, butterscotch, and a toasty wood finish.Shibden Hall is an approximate 20 minute walk (uphill) from Halifaxbus station and 25 minutes from Halifax train station.

On the other hand, since Gentleman underwent double charcoal mellowing, the drink has hints of charcoal and is slightly sweet. In addition, it is a mouthful and bold with hints of roasted dark coffee, cinnamon, banana, and pepper. Nose After the mash bill is fermented for 3-5 days, JD’s will be filtered in 10 ft sugar maple charcoal, aka Lincoln County Process [ 1 ]. One main difference between JD and Gentleman is their production process, and that gives a unique identity and creates a perfect balance to the spirit. The price point of a bottle of Gentleman is justifiable because of the extra mellowing step it uses to remove rough edges and impurities after aging.However, Gentleman has a sophisticated edge of spicy oak, caramel, brown sugar, banana, subtle hints of wood smoke, and faint vanilla sweetness. However, unlike JD, which undergoes one-time charcoal mellowing step, Gentleman goes through another filtration after maturation. Distillation & Filtration Process In addition, they undergo Lincoln County Filtration Process and are aged in new charred oak barrels before bottling and drinking. FAQs Due to the historic nature of the architecture of Shibden Hall there is restricted access for wheelchair users to the Ground Floor only. Disabled parking is available adjacent to the Hall (accessed off Lister's Road). Please ring the bell on the right as you enter the courtyard for level access to the Hall. A member of staff will come and meet you and show you the way in.

Since the brand uses above 51% corn on its mash bill, it met the criteria of being a bourbon. Whiskey TypeTaste: Sweet vanilla, fruit and light spice; carries a balanced oak flavor with notes of caramel and vanilla