Single Malt Whisky Aged 12 Years by Slyrs Distillery is an age-stated single malt produced exclusively from malted barley at a single Bavarian distillery. The age statement indicates that the spirit has matured for a minimum of twelve years in wooden casks, during which time it undergoes gradual physical and chemical changes through long-term interaction with wood and the distinctive Alpine climate of Bavaria, characterized by pronounced seasonal temperature variations.
Production is based on regional raw materials, including Bavarian malt and water sourced from Alpine springs, with distillation carried out in traditional copper pot stills. Extended maturation contributes to structural stability and depth, distinguishing this whisky from younger expressions within the distillery’s range.
As such, Single Malt Whisky Aged 12 Years represents a mature, long-aged example of German single malt whisky, reflecting Slyrs Distillery’s focus on controlled aging, technical consistency, and regional identity rather than volume-driven production.
Producer
Slyrs Distillery is a pioneering German whisky distillery located in Schliersee, Bavaria, founded in 1999 and widely regarded as a benchmark for Bavarian single malt whisky. Inspired by Scottish whisky-making traditions but firmly rooted in its Alpine environment, Slyrs produces single malt whisky from Bavarian malted barley and pure Alpine spring water.
Distillation takes place in traditional copper pot stills, followed by maturation primarily in new American white oak casks, with additional expressions finished in sherry, port, or other specialty barrels. The continental Alpine climate - marked by warm summers and cold winters - accelerates interaction between spirit and wood, resulting in whiskies that are typically rounded, expressive, and gently fruity, with notes of vanilla, malt, spice, and soft oak.
Over the years, Slyrs has built a strong reputation both in Germany and internationally, combining regional identity, technical consistency, and a clear house style. The distillery is also positioned as a visitor destination, offering tours and tastings that emphasize transparency and craftsmanship, reinforcing its role as a leading figure in modern German whisky production.