Irish Whiskey, celebrated for its smoothness and complexity, is a storied spirit steeped in rich history and tradition. Distilled and matured on the Emerald Isle, it encompasses a variety of styles, from the light and triple-distilled blends to rich, single malts and robust pot still whiskeys. Characterized by its nuanced flavors ranging from fruity and floral to spicy and woody, Irish Whiskey is crafted with a focus on purity and quality. The use of unmalted barley in the mix and traditional aging in oak barrels gives Irish Whiskey its distinctively smooth and approachable profile, making it a beloved choice for both whiskey enthusiasts and newcomers.
This whiskey, winner of a double gold award in San Francisco, challenges the perception of Irish whiskey. It's light and drinkable yet surprisingly complex. Aged in both American oak Bourbon barrels, which provide honey and vanilla notes, and S barrels, imparting dried fruit and nut flavors. The team at Glendalough personally selects Oloroso cask producers in Montilla, renowned for its PX grape, giving them greater influence over the whiskey's flavors in the Double Barrel release.
Tasting Note by Glendalough:Nose: Rich with dark fruit, cherry, raisin, fig and Christmas pudding. Floral notes with lemongrass, citrus and a touch of nutmeg.Palate: Sweet and smooth, with butterscotch, honey and peppercorn, dried fruit, maraschino cherries and brown sugar.Finish: Ginger spices a touch of almond and earthiness.
Glendalough's Pot Still whiskey undergoes a remarkable finishing period of up to a year in the exceptionally rare virgin Irish oak casks. This represents a significant achievement in the world of Irish whiskey, offering a single cask, widely accessible expression that brings forth the distinctive flavors of Irish oak. Each bottle is meticulously numbered and can be traced back not only to its specific cask but even to the tree from which the oak was sourced.
Tasting Note by Glendalough:Nose: Rich with dark fruit, cherry, raisin, fig and Christmas pudding. Floral notes with lemongrass, citrus and a touch of nutmeg.Palate: Sweet and smooth, with butterscotch, honey and peppercorn, dried fruit, maraschino cherries and brown sugar.Finish: Ginger spices a touch of almond and earthiness.
A splendid union emerges as whiskey from former bourbon barrels intertwines gracefully with the rich essence of ex-port casks sourced from The Douro Valley.
Tasting Note by Clonakilty:Nose: Fresh, sweet apples, ripe peaches and vanilla, creamy with a hint of wood character in the background.Palate: Very fruity with cherries, raisins and soft spices, some chilli and cardamom.Finish: Middle long with soft spice and a hint of chocolate.
The Glendalough team embarked on a unique venture, finishing their exquisite Irish single malt whiskey in Japanese Mizunara oak casks. This seven-year-old expression initially matured in American oak bourbon casks before its transfer to the rare Mizunara casks. Crafting with Mizunara wood can be challenging for coopers, but the outcome is a whiskey that unveils a delightful array of fragrant and intricate notes.
Tasting Note by Glendalough:Nose: Milk chocolate, vanilla pod, orange zest, and sandalwood.Palate: there are still aromas of chocolate along with toasted cinnamon and five-spice as well as ripe apricot and nectarines.Finish: Brown sugar, lemon peel, anise, and flaky pastry.
The Clonakilty Double Oak Cask stands as the centerpiece of Clonakilty's esteemed cask collection. It represents a rich, premium blend of single grain whiskey and the renowned Single Pot Still whiskey produced by Clonakilty Distillery. This Single Pot Still whiskey earned the prestigious title of World's Best Irish New Make Single Pot Still at the 2020 World Whiskies Awards. The maturation process of Clonakilty Double Oak involves a harmonious fusion of ex-bourbon casks, virgin American oak, and European oak casks that have been carefully shaved and re-toasted.
Tasting Note by Clonakilty:Nose: Soft spices, vanilla, fresh cut grass, slightly perfumed, ripe apple/pear notes. Fresh leather tones.Palate: Warm spices – cubeb pepper and ginger. Fresh cut grass, hazelnut and almond notes.Finish: Long finish with vanilla sweetness and spices lingering on the palate.
Breaking from tradition, this Whiskey redefines the boundaries of Irish Whiskey, offering a tapestry of distinctive flavours shaped by unconventional cask maturation methods.Carefully chosen casks of grain and malt whiskey undergo full maturation in Ex-Bourbon barrels before being harmonised in Central American Rum casks for up to 12 months, resulting in a one-of-a-kind dried fruit essence.
Tasting Note by Teeling:Nose: An inviting nose where vanilla and spice dance with bright sweet notes of Rum.Palate: The palate has a solid Rum influence that creates a unique smooth, sweet and slightly woody marriage that sparkles on the tongue. Exotic fruit notes push through as well, with a sweet spicy finish complemented by lingering woody undertones.
Crafted with care and aged for 18 long years in ex-bourbon barrels, this exceptional spirit is a testament to the artistry of Powerscourt Distillery.
Tasting Note by Powerscourt DistilleryNose: Honey, vanilla, sweet malty, spice, almonds, cinnamon, ripe fruits, syrupy caramel, cacao sweet spice and crisp oak.Palate: Smooth. Layer upon layer of sweet, creamy malt, vanilla, ripe fruits, syrupy caramel, cacao sweet spice and crisp oak.Finish: Malty to start with a long lasting sweet spice of nutmeg and malt with a fruity finish.
Fercullen Single Grain Amarone Cask consist of a unique blend of single grain whiskies, aged in first-fill ex-bourbon barrels and finished in Italian Amarone casks. With its non-chill-filtered nature and natural color, the Fercullen Single Grain Amarone Cask Whisky stays true to its origins, allowing the rich and vibrant flavors to shine through. Bottled at 46% ABV.
Tasting Note by Fercullen:Nose: Spice, liquorice, vanilla, then honey with a twist of lemon, ripe peach, kiwi, cinnamon, oak.Palate: Smooth silky soft texture, honey and cinnamon sweetness, fruit cocktail, light chocolate.Finish: Long lasting sweetness from fruits and velvet texture; almost mouth-watering, yet a dry finish.
This highly sought-after single malt whisky is a true gem, with only 1,500 bottles available worldwide. With 20 years of maturation, this whisky unveils a complex and refined flavor profile that will mesmerize even the most discerning palates.
Tasting Note by Fercullen:Nose: Spice, liquorice, vanilla, then honey with a twist of lemon, ripe peach, kiwi, cinnamon, oak.Palate: Smooth silky soft texture, honey and cinnamon sweetness, fruit cocktail, light chocolate.Finish: Long lasting sweetness from fruits and velvet texture; almost mouth-watering, yet a dry finish.
Indulge in the exquisite craftsmanship of JJ Corry The Flintlock (Batch 3). This exceptional Irish Whiskey is the result of a meticulous process that combines the art of selection, blending, and maturation to create a truly unforgettable drinking experience. Each bottle of The Flintlock (Batch 3) showcases the expertise of the master blenders at JJ Corry. Six single malt ex-bourbon casks, carefully handpicked from a library of Irish Whiskey flavors, have been chosen to craft this extraordinary spirit. Ranging from fifteen to nineteen years old, these casks have been selected based on their distinctive flavor profiles and unique characteristics. To achieve the perfect balance and reflect J.J. Corry's renowned juicy fruit house style, the selected single malts were expertly blended together. This vatting captures the essence of vibrant white stone fruit, toasted vanilla, and almond notes, creating a symphony of flavors that dance on your palate. But the journey doesn't end there. The blended whiskey is then married in a Moscatel Sherry Butt, infusing it with a deep richness and a delightful grapelike and flowery taste. This harmonization process adds another layer of complexity and depth to the whiskey, elevating it to new heights of indulgence. The Flintlock (Batch 3) is bottled at 46% ABV, ensuring a robust and full-bodied experience with every sip. What sets this whiskey apart is its commitment to purity and authenticity. With no chemical coloring or chill-filtration, you can savor the whiskey exactly as it was intended to be enjoyed. Experience the artistry of JJ Corry The Flintlock (Batch 3) and embark on a sensory journey that will captivate your taste buds. Whether you're a whiskey connoisseur or a curious explorer, this is a bottle that deserves a place in your collection. Treat yourself to the finest Irish whiskey and savor the unparalleled flavors that await within each sip.
Tasting Note by JJ Corry:Bursting with white stone fruit flavours, mellowed with rich toasted vanilla and almond notes.
Experience a fresh interpretation of the timeless Irish whiskey tradition. Teeling's Single Pot Still pays homage to Dublin's renowned whiskey legacy, echoing the style once celebrated by the city's historic distilleries, now closed for nearly half a century.
This unique expression of Irish whiskey is meticulously crafted with a mash bill comprising 50% malted and 50% unmalted barley, triple distilled to perfection. Maturation takes place in a blend of American Virgin Oak, Bourbon, and Sherry casks, adding depth and complexity to the spirit.
Tasting Note by Teeling:Nose: Fresh fruits, grapefruit, lychee and spicePalate: Peaches, poached pears, thick creaminess, cooked grains and allspiceFinish: Dry spice with muscovado sugar rich sweetness
Inspired by Dublin's historic Blackpitts area adjacent to the Teeling Whiskey Distillery, renowned for its malting houses, Teeling Blackpitts stands out with its unique approach. Utilising peat smoke to dry barley during malting imbues the resulting Peated Single Malt with a distinct smoky flavour—a hallmark of the region.
What sets Teeling Blackpitts apart is its triple distillation process, tempering the medicinal qualities found in Scottish Peated Single Malts and enhancing the barbeque smoke essence. This exceptional flavor is further enriched by innovative cask maturation in ex-bourbon and ex-Sauternes white wine casks, bottled at 46% without chill filtration.
Tasting Note by Teeling:Nose: An inviting nose where barbeque smoke and cloves are intermingled with fresh notes of butterscotch and orange peel.Palate: On the pallet a fascinating blend of Applewood smoke, honey and all spice are married with stewed pears and fresh grilled pineapple. This whiskey finishes with the return of a savoury smoke over a lingering wood undertone, which combines delightfully with notes of salted caramel.
The Battalion from J.J. Corry is a blend composed of 60% grain and 40% malt Irish whiskey that undergoes initial maturation in bourbon casks. The grain whiskey is then finished in Tequila casks for a short period, resulting in a distinctive and limited release of just 900 bottles for Batch 3. This expression is known for its lively and zesty character influenced by the unique Tequila cask finish.
Tasting Note by JJ Corry: Nose: The whiskey offers a pleasant and sweet scent of fresh agave, accompanied by hints of grassy honey, oak-based spices, and cashew nuts.Palate: The flavors of slightly unripe mango and green apple, followed by a comforting combination of toasted nuts and freshly harvested hay.Finish: The finish leaves a delightful lingering taste of salted caramel and a touch of fresh thyme.
The third edition of JJ Corry The Gael is a blended Irish whiskey with a character marked by fruity and spicy notes. It presents aromas of bergamot, beeswax, honey, and lemon on the nose. When tasted, you'll encounter flavors of white peach, lime, grapefruit, apples, and pink peppercorns that leave a lasting impression in the finish.
Tasting Note by JJ Corry:Nose: Hints of fresh bergamot & beeswax.Palate: Ripe white stone fruit & lime, with minerality & pink pepper corns.Finish: Medium length, minerals again with dried grapefruit & apple notes.
Fercullen Premium Blend Irish Whiskey is a skillfully crafted fusion of meticulously chosen casks containing aged malt and grain whiskeys. It undergoes aging in seasoned oak barrels, resulting in a rounded smoothness and a distinctive depth of flavor, influenced by a rich combination of grain, malt, and toasted oak.
Tasting Note by The Powerscourt Distillery:Nose: Sweet vanilla, citrus, honey, spice, almonds, candy orange peel, oak.Palate: Smooth, crisp, grain, combination of malt, caramel, fruit and sweetness.Finish: Long lasting sweet vanilla and toasted oak finish.
Teeling Single Grain Irish Whiskey breaks free from tradition, offering a truly distinctive style that pushes the boundaries of what Irish Whiskey can achieve. This exceptional whiskey is crafted from an unconventional mash bill of 95% corn and 5% malted barley, column distilled, and uniquely aged in American Red Wine casks. The result is a whiskey with a remarkable red-berry and tannic character. Bottled proudly at 46% ABV with no chill filtration, it embodies the essence of natural whiskey craftsmanship.
Tasting Note by Teeling:The nose opens with spice and fruit notes that mingle with an underlying sweet, sugary note. The palate has a silky smooth mouthfeel, with a touch of spice and deep berry notes that balance the sweet undertones. The tannic influence of the red wine creates a unique, short, dry finish, encouraging another sip.
The second batch of JJ Corry The Hanson, bottled in 2020, is a blend of three casks of grain whiskey sourced from various distilleries in Ireland. This blend results in a whiskey with a bright, fruity character highlighted by notes of rich oak, smooth vanilla, toasted flavors, and hints of apples, pineapple, lively citrus, and rhubarb.
Tasting Note from JJ Corry:Nose: Deep oak, warm vanilla and toasted notes.Palate: Rich and surprisingly complex, this sip finishes with a touch of spice and a hint of oiliness
