Kyro - Game of Thrones - Whisky of Blood - 46%
Kyrö Game of Thrones Whisky of Blood is a limited 2026 edition that unites the dark and mythical universe of Westeros with the Nordic expertise of the Finnish distillery Kyrö. Located in Finland, Kyrö has established itself as one of the most original signatures of contemporary whisky thanks to its work around malted rye. This cuvée belongs to the official Game of Thrones x Kyrö collaboration, designed around two expressions inspired by the imagery of fire, blood, heritage, and power. Whisky of Blood represents the most elegant and structured facet of this series, with a less smoky and more delicate profile than its counterpart Whisky of Fire. Its collector's packaging makes it an immediately desirable bottle for whisky lovers as well as collectors linked to the Game of Thrones universe. Beyond the object, the cuvée maintains a true tasting ambition, carried by the unique character of Finnish rye. It is a modern, expressive, and rare whisky, capable of combining Nordic identity, limited edition, and aromatic pleasure.
The Whisky of Blood cuvée is made from 100% malted rye, the emblematic raw material of Kyrö. Rye naturally brings a spicy structure, a cereal depth, and an aromatic tension different from that of more classic barley whiskies. The aging combines ex-Bourbon barrels and French oak, two complementary influences that build the whisky's balance. The ex-Bourbon barrels bring roundness, vanilla notes, a touch of pastry sweetness, and a more accessible fruit. The French oak provides more structure, spices, body, and a finer woody sensation. Bottled at 46%, Whisky of Blood maintains a beautiful intensity without tipping into excessive power. This construction makes it a refined expression of Finnish rye whisky, both accessible, elegant, and deeply marked by the Kyrö signature.
In the glass, Kyrö Game of Thrones Whisky of Blood reveals a precise, gourmand, and slightly spicy aromatic profile. The nose opens on light cereals, apple, apricot, and tonka bean, with nuances of chestnut and beeswax. The palate is fruity, soft, and textured, carried by toasted cereals, crème brûlée, rye spices, and a well-integrated oak sensation. The balance rests on a beautiful opposition between the fruit's gourmandise, the pastry roundness, and the spicy tension typical of rye. The finish extends the tasting on tonka vanilla, persistent spices, and an elegant cereal note. This whisky is ideally enjoyed neat, in a tulip glass, after a few minutes of aeration, to let the rye and wood gradually open up. It will pair very well with a chestnut dessert, crème brûlée, apple tart, high-quality milk chocolate, or a contemplative tasting moment around a collector's edition.
