Ondjaba The Namibian Whisky Rum Cask Finish is an exceptional whisky from Namibia that combines regional ingredients with multi-stage cask maturation. It is produced by the Erongo Mountain Winery and is based on a triple-grain recipe, which includes mahangu – a type of pearl millet native to Namibia. A particularly unusual aspect is the drying of the grain over burning elephant dung, which is used as a regional substitute for traditional peat and imparts a distinctive smoky character to the distillate. Following multiple distillations, maturation begins in virgin oak and refill casks, before the whisky is further refined through a final rum cask finish.


Namibia’s warm and dry climate provides the unique setting for cask maturation, making Ondjaba a distinctive alternative to whiskies from traditional producing countries. In the Ondjaba Rum Cask Finish, the influence of the various oak casks combines with the additional character imparted by the rum cask, allowing smoky, fruity and sweet-spicy cask notes to blend together. The whisky is bottled at 46% in a 0.7-litre bottle and, according to the product information available, is unfiltered and contains no added colourings. The combination of Mahangu, elephant dung smoke, triple-grain whisky and a rum cask finish makes this Namibian bottling particularly appealing to connoisseurs of unusual international whiskies.

Tasting Note

Colour: Rich terracotta.

Nose: Ripe blackberries and dark cherries with a distinctive smokiness, accompanied by vanilla, almonds and subtle chocolatey notes.

Palate: Fruity and full-bodied with creamy caramel and spicy smoke, complemented by distinct woody notes and a hint of cinnamon.

Finish: Long-lasting and spicy with chocolate and cinnamon, as well as a subtle hint of sandalwood.

The Ondjaba The Namibian Whisky Rum Cask Finish is best served neat at room temperature, allowing the combination of smoke and rum cask maturation to fully unfold. A few drops of still water can bring out additional fruity and cask nuances. In terms of food pairings, hearty BBQ dishes, grilled beef, game or mature hard cheeses complement its smoky, spicy character. Dark chocolate, chocolate desserts or roasted nuts also complement the whisky’s caramel, cocoa and spicy notes perfectly.

Distributor/Importer:

Distributor/Importer: Kirsch Whisky, Kirsch Import, Greiwing Building, Mackenstedter Str. 7, 28816 Stuhr, Germany

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