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Bushmills Black Bush 80/20 PX Sherry Cask Reserve Irish Whiskey (1000ml)

County Antrim, IRELAND

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$84. 99
Bottle
$1019.88 Dozen

ABV: 40%

Released in 2022 and exclusive to travel retail, 80/20 blends Bushmills Single Malt finished in Pedro Ximenez sherry casks with 20% Irish grain whiskey. The PX casks impart rich, dried fruit and caramelized raisin notes characteristic of the legendary sweet wine. 40% Alc./Vol.
Notes from the producers... Colour: Amber Gold Nose: Big, bold aromas of rich fruitcake and intense sherry sweetness deriving from the Pedro Ximenez casks Palate: Soft and silky mouthfeel with a distinctive toasted nut character, hints of allspice and a punch of ripe peaches Finish: The intricate alliance of the complexity of the PX sherry cask and the smoothness of the spirit results in countless layers of flavour in a long and lingering finish.

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Bushmills Black Bush Irish Whiskey (700ml)

County Antrim, IRELAND

$62. 99
Bottle
$755.88 Dozen

ABV: 40%

Originally, Black bush was known as “Old Bushmills Special Old Liqueur Whiskey”, so named because of the unique distilling process and the fact that it was aged in Oloroso Sherry casks, optimising its smoothness. As the whiskey gained popularity it was asked for by avid devotees as “Black Bush”, a shortened term of the original brand name combined with reference to the distinguished black label. Malt whiskey that becomes Black Bush is aged up to 11 years in selected sherry-seasoned oak casks before being blended with a small portion of a special single grain whiskey to enhance the independent, non-conformist character of the malt.The malt used in the mash derives its clean taste from the deliberate absence of peat used in the malted barley drying process. All of the Irish whiskey distilleries kiln-dry their malt in a heat-fired, not peat-fired, oven. This drying process lets the clean, clear taste of the malt and barley shine through, creating the ultimate ' Reflection of Perfection.' The combination is then returned to the cask for 'marrying.' As the whiskeys mellow together, the uniquely rounded bouquet, rich amber hue and distinctive taste of Black Bush is born.
Other reviews... As majestic and gloriously structured as always, and vividly salivating, too. But annoyingly loses a point for the faintest furry niggle from a sherry butt on the finish. 94 points - Jim Murray's Whisky Bible 2023.
This is the whiskey that introduces the American journalist to Belfast drinking culture in Colin Bateman's Divorcing Jack. The sherry cask maturation is the key; mouthwatering autumn fruits plucked from the trees, cinnamon-apple cobbler, and cocoa-dusted raisins. A smooth, glistening dram from the North Antrim coast; weighty and fruity, the sweetness turning to raisin chocolate bars. There is a lot to bite on. It slips away reluctantly, leaving a long, dark sweetness behind it. One glass is never enough. 86 points - whiskyadvocate.com
The Sherry influence shows in the baked apple and dried apricot flavors that round into caramel and butterscotch tones on the finish. 96 points - wineenthusiast.com
'Highly Recommended...''A full, sweet nose brimful with nutty butter toffee and a hint of sherry wood. Refreshingly green mid-palate, this is a very soft and elegantly balanced whiskey that floats over the palate. A complex amalgam of malt and sherry wood bound together by a rich smooth fruitiness.' - Decanter Magazine.
... Nose: Fresh oak, softened with sherry. Palate: Full of flavours, and such a beautifully balanced, rounded. whiskey: oaky, fudgy, buttery, with that Bushmills rosewater character. Finish: A grainy, but more-ish, dryness. Comment: Long one of my great favourites. In composition, it is the simplest of blends, yet it demonstrates how malt can sometimes be enhanced by a leavening of grain.
- Michael Jackson, www.whiskymag.com

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Clonakilty Double Oak Finish Irish Whiskey (700ml)

IRELAND

$120. 00
Bottle
$1440.00 Dozen

ABV: 43.6%

Winner Best Irish Blend - 2020 World Whiskies Awards.
A 6000 bottle limited edition blend of malt and grain whiskeys, first aged in ex-bourbon casks and then finished in a combination of new American oak barrels and shaved and toasted ex-Bordeaux red wine casks. A passion project of the Scully Family, the distillery is based in southwest Ireland with barley sourced from the 9th-generation family farm, however the earliest releases were based on sourced whiskies. Non chill filtered.
Other reviews... this has apple, vanilla, pepper, and clove, with green herbal hints, fresh-mowed grass, banana leaf, and a suggestion of fresh mint. Lychee, fresh lemon, vanilla, and pear warm up with ginger, pepper, baked apricot, and citrus, then some late caramel flavors. A hot dry finish of residual pepperiness and a little creaminess. 89 points - whiskyadvocate.com
...Pale gold in color. The nose belies the alcoholic strength, offering a fresh and light character with hints of apple and pear, strong vanilla, cut grass, and gentler undertones of pepper and cinnamon. The palate is equally pleasing, with the spices stepping forward and adding a dash of ginger, a vanilla-honey creaminess, and more of that refreshing apple/pear element augmented with a hint of almonds. On the finish it’s all vanilla and spice.
It all makes for an excellent sipping whiskey, perhaps with just a drop of water or a single ice-cube to damp down the alcohol and draw the flavors out a little more. - drinkhacker.com
Double Gold - San Francicso World Spirits Competition

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Jameson Caskmates Stout Cask Edition Blended Irish Whiskey (700ml)

IRELAND

$69. 99
Bottle
$839.88 Dozen

ABV: 40%

Like all the best conversations, the one between Jameson’s Head of Whiskey Science and the Head Brewer of a local craft beer brewery, started at the bar. A swapping of whiskey and beer barrels soon after, resulted in Jameson Caskmates Stout Edition - triple-distilled, blended Irish Whiskey that has been patiently finished in Irish craft beer-seasoned barrels. 40% Alc./Vol.
Other reviews... A very different experience to the Teeling equivalent. Here the beer is far less prevalent on nose and taste, but makes a significant, highly positive contribution to the mouthfeel. A super lush experience. 93 points - Jim Murray's Whisky Bible 2022
...Cork’s Franciscan Well brewery borrowed some whiskey casks, but now Jameson has taken them back to make Irish whiskey aged in craft stout barrels. On the nose, roasted coffee beans, 70% chocolate, green apples, juicy cantaloupe, and a buzz of hops. The thick, creamy mouthfeel tastes of stout, with strong chocolate and coffee notes and a tight, spicy finish. Perplexingly experimental in results. A whiskey for stout drinkers? A stout for whiskey drinkers? Incomparable to other Jameson. Funny peculiar. 81 points - whiskyadvocate.com, reviewed by: Jonny McCormick 2015

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Jameson Irish Whiskey (700ml)

Dublin, IRELAND

$58. 99
Bottle
$707.88 Dozen

ABV: 40%

No bar is complete without a bottle of Irish Whisky, and more than likely that whisky will be Jameson's - a timeless spirit combining the ancient traditions of Irish Whisky-making with a contemporary expertise.
In 1780, John Jameson established his distillery in Bow Street, Dublin. Determined that his whisky would be the finest in the world, he laid down rules for quality that have been maintained to this day. John Jameson was fastidious as a whisky maker and patriarchal as an employer. His dedication to quality went through every aspect of the business, from the barley strain, which he encouraged the farmers to grow, to the choice of sherry casks used for maturation.

The growth enjoyed by Jameson Irish Whisky in the 1960s meant that expansion of facilities became necessary. In 1975, production was moved to the Midleton Distillery, Co. Cork. The new Distillery has remained true to the original methods and standards. Today, the Midleton Distillery is acknowledged as one of the finest whisky distilleries in the world with world wide sales of 1.5 million cases a year.

Triple distilled for smoothness, Jameson Irish Whisky's production process differentiates it from Scotch and American whisk(e)ys. Made with pure water and a combination of malted and unmalted barley, the malted barley or malt is dried by warm air. This ensures that smoke does not come into contact with the grain and that the natural taste of the barley shines through in the final whisky. This is unlike the Scotch production process, in which peat smoke is blown through the malt and flavours it.In Ireland, one of the secrets of making whisky lies in the slow, triple distillation in copper pot stills. This method of distilling gives the whisky its remarkable smoothness and round flavour. Other whiskys are distilled only once or twice. Meanwhile, the mellow, sweet taste of Jameson Irish Whisky is attributed to the length of time the spirit is allowed to mature in seasoned American and Sherry oak casks.

Tasting Note: Light gold hue. Floral aromas abound over a grainy background. A typical Irish blend - nutty, sweetish palate, relatively simple and light-bodied but exceptionally smooth and clean. Ends shortish with a sweet grainy aftertaste and a lovely, mild spririt warmth. Almost liqueur like in texture. Excellent value. 40% alc./vol.

Other reviews… Nose: Very aromatic. Waxy orange skins. Linseed oil. Leather. Palate: Big, oily, creamy, sociable. Finish: Delicate. Peppery. More-ish. Comment: A superb Irish for everyday drinking. I love this, though not quite as much as the 1780.
Rating: 75 - Michael Jackson, www.whiskymag.com

'The inclusion of extra pot still is one thing; getting the balance as fine as this is something else. Truly magnificent: this is the current Irish masterpeice. As classically Irish as someone called Seamus O’Grimmins. '
Rating: 95- Jim Murrays Whisky Bible 2006.

Classic Cocktail: The Irish Coffee

Joe Sherdian, a barman at Foynes 'Flying Boat Terminal' (now known as Shannon International Airport) in Ireland, orignally prepared this drink. Sheridan had a habit of greeting weary travellers sneaking into war-torn Europe on seaplanes from the United States with hot coffee laced with Irish whisky and topped with lighlty whipped Irish cream.
50ml Irish Whiskey 90ml Fresh Coffee 25ml Brown Sugar Syrup 2.5cm Whipped Irish Cream Method: Combine the whiskey, coffee and syrup in a tody glass. Ladle 2.5cm of cream on top.
Variations include: Cafe Amore: Amaretto and brandy. Calypso Coffee: Rum and Kahlua. Jamaican Coffee: Rum and Tia Maria. Kioke Coffee: Brandy and Kahlua. Mexican Coffee: Tequila and Kahlua.
- recipe taken from The Craft of the Cocktail, Dale DeGroff 2003
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Jameson Black Barrel Irish Whiskey (700ml)

IRELAND

$79. 99
Bottle
$959.88 Dozen

ABV: 40%

A new release from Jameson, Black barrel is matured in double charred Bourbon barrels for extra vanilla sweetness and nutty notes. 40% Alc./Vol.
Other reviews.... a brittle whiskey where the pot still element is magnified very cleverly indeed. Lovely stuff.
91.5 points - Jim Murrays Whisky Bible 2016

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Lambay Small Batch Blended Irish Whiskey (700ml)

IRELAND

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$74. 99
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$899.88 Dozen

ABV: 40%

An independent craft Irish whiskey with a strong link to cognac blending and finishing. Camus (a world leading French Cognac house) is behind the shaping, polishing and finishing of Lambay Irish Whiskey, a spirit inspired by the private island of Lambay, five km off Ireland’s east coast. With Yonael Bernard as Master Blender, this whiskey is triple distilled and matured in ex- Bourbon casks, before Bernard hand selects the finest French oak cognac casks in his pursuit of the perfect Irish whiskey finish. 70 / 30% Grain v Malt, this blend is four years old and finished for up to one month cognac casks, and for the final flourish, water from Lambay Island’s own Trinity Well brings the ABV down to a balanced 40%.
Tasting note: Brilliant gold. Slightly dry, fruity and very pure with notes of vanilla and fresh sawn oak. The sweet, stewed orchard fruits build in the glass. Some ripe citrus too. Nice concentration, with a moderately fruity / vanilla accented profile. An oily pot still character is followed by hints of green apple and spice enlivening the finish. Excellent sweet-dry balance. Quite elegant. 40% Alc./Vol.
Other reviews... Rare clarity on the nose for a blend... the silky mouthfeel is all about the grain and makes no apologies for it. Slowly the malts come into focus and both styles mingle comfortably with the delicate acacia honey sheen; more chalky vanillas in play, but, as on their malt, the finish has a slightly rough edge; the uncomfortable landing on the finish apart, this is a blend to savour with high quality malt making the most of a very sympathetic grain. Some really beautiful moments. 92 points - Jim Murrays Whisky Bible2021

This Cognac cask-finished whiskey has light, airy aromas of vanilla cream, heather honey, golden syrup, flaked coconut, and whole orange. Baked pastries and tangy orange precede a mid-palate spice rush, with grapefruit flavors building through a lengthy, spicy finish.
88 points - maltadvocate.com, reviewed by: Jonny McCormick (Spring 2018)

Gold Medal - World Spirits Awards 2018
Silver Medal – International Spirits Challenge 2018
Silver Medal – Whiskies of The World USA 2018
Silver Medal – Spirits Business 2019
Gold Medal – Wizards of Whisky 2019
Silver Medal -IWSC 90 points ( international Wine & Spirits Challenge UK)
Silver Medal – International Spirit Awards (Germany) 2019
Silver Medal – Spirits Selection 2019

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Midleton Very Rare Irish Whiskey (700ml) - 2023 Bottling

County Cork, IRELAND

$399. 00
Bottle
$4788.00 Dozen

ABV: 40%

"The integration of chocolate and coffee notes really elevates this vintage as a particularly fine whiskey." - whiskyadvocate.com
Above acclaimed brands like Jameson, Redbreast and Green Spot, Midleton Distillery also produces a high-end luxury bottling that's not always easy to find. Released annually since 1984 and simply named 'Very Rare', recent vintages have received high praise from whiskyadvocate.com, fueling a reputation as one of the finest premium blends going around. Its following now includes collectors and investors. In mid-2023, all 41 bottlings went on sale in the UK for 110,000 euros. The 2023 edition marks the 40th vintage (two versions were released in 2017). Adorned with the signature of Master Distiller, Kevin O’Gorman who took over from Brian Nation in 2018, the blend is made up of single grain and single pot still whiskeys. The former are derived from a mashbill of no more than 30 percent malted barley with the rest usually being corn. The latter consists of malted and unmalted barley. This year the pot still components have been increased as O’Gorman wanted to highlight notes of spice, ripe fruit and citrus. The impact of the grain whiskey is said to be less pronounced, contributing background notes of vanilla and milk chocolate. Ex-Bourbon casks are always used, but in 2023 there are fewer first-fills in the mix, so the wood influence on the palate is pulled back. O’Gorman adds, “Each year, it is a privilege and an honour to pour through the samples of exceptional liquids stored in the Midleton warehouses to create the next pinnacle of luxury Irish whiskey... The 2023 vintage is no different… Finding the perfect blend for this year is a testament to those who have gone before me, while the presentation of the liquid in recyclable packaging is a step towards the future for this historic brand.” In line with previous allocations, we have just received a small parcel.
Other reviews... Toffee up front, with vanilla, green apple, pot still spice, milk chocolate, peppercorn, ground ginger, and aromatic hints of coffee. To taste, a bounty of toffee, chocolate, espresso, tobacco, vanilla pod, and burnt sugar notes, with coriander seed and fennel spices, then burnt orange and more coffee before a delicious creaminess spills over. The integration of chocolate and coffee notes really elevates this vintage as a particularly fine whiskey. 94 points - whiskyadvocate.com
Notes from the producers... Aroma: Opens with an intricate medley of fruits including nectarines, ripe melon, green apple, and apricot. A solid foundation of pot still spices, showcasing notes of freshly peeled ginger and crushed peppercorns, work in tandem with the aged grain’s perfumed notes of dried flowers and delectable golden syrup. The oak continues to reveal itself, adding notes of vanilla, combined with a honeycomb sweetness and freshly roasted coffee beans. Taste: Luscious at first with succulent fruits and a distinctive creaminess along with a herbal quality akin to camomile tea. The pot still spices add depth and intrigue as they weave amongst the floral grain qualities found lingering throughout. The charred oak’s influence continues to build over time creating additional complexity as the wood-derived spices complement the ever-present fruits of candied orange and dried apricot. Finish: The fruits and pot still spices build to a crescendo before giving way, leaving the final say to the oak tannins and antique grain whiskey.

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Powers Gold Label Irish Whiskey (700ml)

County Cork, IRELAND

$79. 99
Bottle
$959.88 Dozen

ABV: 43.2%

James Power was originally a coaching innkeeper of Thomas Street in Dublin, when in 1791 he founded a small distillery by converting the hostelry into a distillery. By the turn of the century James was joined in the business by his son John. By 1809 the business had become a limited company under the name of John Power and Son with the father remaining in charge. In 1871 the distillery was rebuilt in classic Victorian style occupying almost 7 acres. It was one of Dublin's most impressive sights employing approximately 300 people. The last member of the Board with the Power name was Sir Thomas Talbot Power who died in 1936, although ownership remained in the family through his sisters. Powers remained a leading player in the industry until 1966 when they merged with the only two remaining distillers in the Irish republic, Cork Distillers Company and their long time rivals John Jameson & Son. Together these three distilleries formed the Irish Distillers Group. In 1989 the Pernod Ricard empire successfully bid against Gilbey's and Guinness-Cantrell-Cochran to become the new owners of the Irish Distillers Group which also includes Bushmills Distillery in the North of Ireland bought by the group in the 1970's. On Pernod Ricard's success the last four members of the old distilling families of Dublin and Cork resigned.
Powers was the first Whiskey company to sell their whiskey in miniature bottles called 'Baby Powers'. Today, Powers is one of the top selling Irish whiskeys sold in Ireland. Originally a pure pot still it is now produced at the Midleton Distillery in County Cork as a blend of triple distilled pot still and grain whiskeys. 43.2% Alc./Vol.
Other reviews... Nose: rugged pot still and beefed up by some pretty nippy grain. Taste: pulsing spices and mouth watering rock hard pot still. The sweetness is a bit unusual but you can just chew that barley...Classic stuff! 96 points - Jim Murray's Whisky Bible 2020

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Proper Twelve Blended Irish Whiskey (700ml)

IRELAND

$68. 99
Bottle
$827.88 Dozen

ABV: 40%

MMA fighter, Conor McGregor, has created an "instantly popular" whiskey with the former Bushmills distillery manager, David Elder. It marks the first Irish celebrity whiskey following the lead of Matthew McConaughey’s Longbranch Bourbon and Bob Dylan’s Heaven’s Door Whiskey in the US. Like many Irish before it, it's a triple distilled three year old malt and grain blend with maturation in Bourbon barrels giving it a vanilla, honey-like sweetness. A malt component from Bushmills adds body. The label pays homage to the founder's neighbourhood of Crumlin, where the postal code is 'Dublin 12'. Given McGregor's exuberant public personality, some have felt the liquid and the packaging are a double let down. A review from Business Insider Australia ended with the statement, "The green bottle and boring label are certainly not memorable. And neither are the contents."
Tasting note: Bright amber gold. White pepper, vanilla bean and unripe pineapple aromas make for a rum-like sniff. The nose-feel is leaner and drier after 2-3 minutes air contact. Light to medium bodied, with brisk vanilla wafer and light caramel flavours, giving way to ripe peach. The aftertaste shows hints of bitter chocolate. It's basic stuff by Irish standards. Don't go looking for complexity. 40% Alc./Vol.
Other reviews... Initially, Conor McGregor’s whiskey seems more laborious than notorious, with a rather unremarkable nose of fondant orange and mediocre spices, not helped by the first sip’s wishy-washy fruitiness of diluted orange and fudge, but before you tap out, it gets back on its feet and starts swinging for the fences with a redeeming comeback of gingerbread, clove, pepper, charred oak, and a knockout, gum-tingling buzz of spice.
85 points - whiskyadvocate.com, reviewed by: Jonny McCormick (Spring 2019)

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The Busker Triple Cask Blended Irish Whiskey (700ml)

IRELAND

$69. 99
Bottle
$839.88 Dozen

ABV: 40%

A new Irish brand with four variants based on differing styles of production: Single Grain, Single Malt, Single Pot Still (formerly known as Pure Pot Still), and a blend of all three, which is this: Matured in Bourbon, Madeira and Sherry casks, The Busker 'Triple Cask Triple Smooth' combines high-quality single grain with a significant percentage of Single Malt and Single Pot Still components. All the whiskeys are distilled at Ireland’s Royal Oak Distillery, Carlow. 40% Alc./Vol.
Other reviews... Royal Oak Distillery’s flagship has a nose of ripe mango, dried apple rings, vanilla, and fine spice, with a curious additional note somewhere between pencil erasers and a tire repair kit. Its light-bodied frame showcases apple pie, sweet cream, caramel, gingerbread, custard, and vanilla. Although no prizes for guessing this is a blend of malt, grain, and single pot still whiskeys, it is refreshing and easy to drink. 87 points - whiskyadvocate.com, reviewed by: Jonny McCormick 2020
...That’s a big (and awful) name for a whiskey that’s really just a blend of all of the above, “combining the Single Grain with a high percentage of the Single Malt and Single Pot whiskeys.” Since the single grain is aged in bourbon and Marsala casks and the other two whiskeys are aged in bourbon and sherry casks, well, you see where the “triple cask” comes from. It’s not exactly a “best of all worlds” construction, and in fact this is the most anonymous and simplistic whiskey in the lineup. While grain-heavy but a bit astringent on the nose, the palate is more engaging, though it never really elevates beyond its toasty, granary-focused underprinnings. Eventually some sesame seed notes and, on the finish, some licorice character emerge, alongside a gentle layer of spice and some straightforward barrel char elements. It’s nothing out of the ordinary and perfect drinkable, but otherwise it feels largely anonymous. - drinkhacker.com

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The Pogues 3 Year Old Blended Irish Whiskey (700ml)

IRELAND

$62. 99
Bottle
$755.88 Dozen

ABV: 40%

A new Irish Whiskey dedicated to the famous band, made at West Cork Distillers. *Note: packaging may change slightly without notice.
Tasting note: Bright gold. Moderate to heavy, drier styled aromas hint at granola, fruit cake and later suggestions of hay, unripe passionfruit and orange zest. Light to medium bodied with subdued flavours, evolving at the finish with tea biscuits and distant fruit slice. Shortish, with a drying oak and light vanilla aftertaste. 40% Alc./Vol.

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Tullamore Dew Irish Whiskey (700ml)

Tullamore County, Offaly, IRELAND

$56. 99
Bottle
$683.88 Dozen

ABV: 40%

One of Ireland's most widely distributed whiskeys, Tullamore Dew was first distilled in 1829 in the small town of Tullamore in County Offaly in the heart of Ireland. Today, more than 2,500,000 bottles are bought each year in over 80 countries. Perhaps the lightest of all the Irish Whiskeys, Tullamore Dew is very popular in France where it is pronounced 'tous l'amour' although the origin of the name is far less romantic. One of the distilleries most successful directors, Daniel E. Williams one day decided to add his initials to the product and Tullamore 'Dew' was born. Williams even coined the advertising slogan 'Give every man his dew.'

Triple distilled, Tullamore Dew is about as mellow a drink as one can attain to without venturing into the world of liqueurs. Indeed, Irish whiskies are noted for their silkiness, which sometimes borders on being liqueur like. The problem with Irish whisky is taking it sanely and in moderation. Used improperly the effect is just as bad as stuffing on too many starchy foods, taking no exercise or disliking our neighbour. Used properly, one divines the full sense of the old saying 'Irish eyes are smiling.'

Other reviews... Pale golden amber color. Caramel, dried reed, and golden raisin aromas. A round entry leads to dryish medium-bodied palate with warm buttered caramel, toasted nuts, and delicate spice. Finishes with a nice, even caramel and spice fade. 40% Alc./Vol.
International Review of Spirits Award: Silver Medal
88 points (Highly Recommended).- www.tastings.com

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Writers Tears Pot Still Irish Whiskey (700ml)

IRELAND

$89. 99
Bottle
$1079.88 Dozen

ABV: 40%

Writers Tears is a vatting of Pure Pot Still and Single Malt (proportions are a closely guarded secret). It's the creation of Writers Tears proprietor, Bernard Walsh, who enjoys privileged access to the warehouses of certain Irish distillers from where he selects the casks for his own labels. Some years ago he came up with this entirely ‘new’ type of whiskey: a blend of malt and pure pot still (PPS) whiskeys (all other Irish blends contain some proportion of Coffey still grain whiskey). The Pure Pot Still is a style that was once known as the "Champagne of Irish Whiskey" and was traditionally a favourite of Irish writers suffering from writer’s block. Rather poetically, they drank so much of it, some were reputed to have cried tears of whiskey when inspiration finally hit. Although the Pure Pot Still style was once widespread in Ireland, a number of historical factors including the The Irish War of Independence, the Irish Civil War, and prohibition in the United States led to a drastic reduction in the number of Irish distilleries. With this reduction in Irish whiskeys available came the loss in recognition abroad of the pure pot still style itself. The majority of the surviving distilleries began to produce blends and single malts to the detriment of the Pure Pot Still.

Tasting note: Flawless, bright gold appearance. One of the most pristine and delicate Irish aromas we’ve experienced with a deliciously fruity edge including notes of peach and pear over a distinctively Irish pot still base. Several minutes aeration draws out banana cake and flashes of apple along with hints of vanilla and manuka honey. Supremely soft entry builds into a medium bodied whiskey of stunning purity, achieving a wonderful fusion with a gently spiced, fruity, grainy profile followed by a burst of butterscotch at mid palate. Soft, slightly oily mouthfeel. Finish is dry and understated with notes of vanilla and cereal followed by a subtle butterscotch fade. In a word ‘elegant’, in fact, so lacy and light, it’s hard to believe this is whiskey, such is its softness. Must try Irish. Non Chill filtered. 40% Alc./Vol.

Other reviews... A glossy pot still character: rather than the usual fruity firmness, the recognisable pot still traits are shrouded in soft honey tones which dovetail with lightening kumquat-citrus tones. Quite a curious, but always deliciously appealing animal. Works beautifully well: the arrival is an alternating delivery of soft and hard waves, the former showing a more bitter, almost myopic determination to hammer home its traditional pot still stand point; the sweeter more yielding notes dissolve with little ot no resistance, leaving an acacia honeyed trail...” 93 Points Jim Murray's Whisky Bible 2010

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Writers Tears Marsala Cask Finish Blended Irish Whiskey (700ml)

IRELAND

$120. 00
Bottle
$1440.00 Dozen

ABV: 45%

Writer's Tears released this sweet wine finished whiskey in early 2019. Bernard Walsh, Founder and Managing Director of Walsh Whiskey explained, “The sweet Marsala effect was very well received when we treated some of The Irishman range to it two years ago so we wanted to afford Writers’ Tears – Copper Pot enthusiasts the same opportunity." The natural sweetness has been balanced out with a 5% stronger alcohol content. Just under 2500 bottles were filled after twelve months finishing in hogsheads. Four of the five casks were allocated to Australian whiskey lovers. We have a small allocation. Expect rich aromas of golden syrup and orchard fruits and lingering flavours of caramelised apple, nutty spices and wildflower honey. 45% Alc./Vol.

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Writers Tears Double Oak Blended Irish Whiskey (700ml)

IRELAND

$109. 99
Bottle
$1319.88 Dozen

ABV: 45%

A blend of the two premium whiskey styles (Irish Single Malt and Single Pot Still) aged in two types of wood – American and French Oak. It's the result of a collaboration between the Walsh family in Ireland’s County Carlow and the Legaret family in Cognac, France. While American oak is now commonplace in whisky maturation, the use of French oak was widespread through the 17th and 18th centuries. This changed in the 19th century when the phylloxera blight of the 1860s hit French vineyards and the availability of old French oak wine casks dried up. More recently, affordable American oak (x Bourbon casks), combined by the surge in exports of Irish whiskey gave rise to a ménage of both French & American oak barrels being used. The combination gives a new twist to the whiskey's flavour profile.
Other reviews... This blend of single malt and pot still whiskeys exhibits the incredible synergy between chocolate, cinnamon, and pot still spices. Vinous at times from partial cognac-cask maturation, this has aromas of dark berry fruit, cinnamon, fudge, milk chocolate, malt biscuits, jellied fruit, and a smudge of dry spices. Compelling, well-structured whiskey, with cinnamon, chocolate, dark toffee, pepper, and ginger. It’s never cloying, nor overly sweet, just a richly rewarding glass.
94 points - whiskyadvocate.com, reviewed by: Jonny McCormick (Fall 2019)
Does really well until the last legs... 89.5 points - Jim Murrays Whisky Bible 2020

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Barr an Uisce Wicklow Rare Small Batch Blended Irish Whiskey (700ml)

IRELAND

$120. 00
Bottle
$1440.00 Dozen

ABV: 43%

“Barr an Uisce” meaning “above the water” in old Irish, is also the name of a town in eastern Ireland’s Wicklow County. Wicklow Rare is a sourced blend composed of 80 percent grain whiskey and 20 percent 10-year old single malt matured in bourbon barrels for four years and finished in Oloroso sherry casks for six months. It comes non chill filtered and bottled at 43% Alc./Vol.
Other reviews... Care for a small batch, bourbon-matured blend with a 20% malt content finished for 6 months in oloroso sherry casks? Thought so. Clementine, ripe plum, and a firm, peeled-banana nose with vanilla, warm citrus, banana, raisins, and base notes of peppery spice. There’s plenty of structure and complexity on this well-balanced blend, which ebbs away with red fruits and strawberry bubblegum. Continuously juicy, with a butter toffee and white pepper finish. 87 points - whiskyadvocate.com, reviewed by: Jonny McCormick 2016
84.5 points - Jim Murray's Whisky Bible 2017
Notes from the producers... Pale gold in color. Aromas of vanilla, honey and baked fruits (confit). Very smooth entry and then expansive with a mouth coating, oily texture. Mid palate shows a nuttiness and warmth with hints of raisin and plum. Long, clean finish with subtle marmalade notes and caramel. The Wicklow Blend is as mysterious as the ancient mountains that this blended Irish Whiskey is named for.

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Bushmills Black Bush Irish Whiskey (1000ml)

IRELAND

$99. 99
Bottle
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ABV: 40%

Black Bush gets an injection of sherry richness in the form of Oloroso. Combined with a high proportion of malt, this promises to be one very tasty Irish blend. 40% Alc./Vol.
Other reviews... As majestic and gloriously structured as always, and vivdly salivating too. But annoyingly loses a point for the faintest furry niggle from a sherry butt on the finish. 94 points - Jim Murray's Whisky Bible 2022

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Bushmills Original Blended Irish Whiskey (700ml)

IRELAND

$54. 99
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$659.88 Dozen

ABV: 40%

A NAS blend of triple distilled malt whiskey and lighter grain whiskey based on a recipe that dates back before Prohibition. Matured in both Bourbon and sherry casks for around 5 years, it's nicknamed "White Bush" (because of the white label). Expect an easy drinking, versatile whiskey defined by fruit and vanilla notes.
Other reviews... "Welcome to the new, super-soft, friendly, mouthwatering and quite delicious White Bush." - 92 points - Jim Murray's Whisky Bible 2022
...Who wouldn’t love this? Aromas of vanilla, malt, cream, cake batter, mashed banana, and heady florals, with a hint of dark fruit and dry spice. There is concordance between the nose and palate; the taste is sweet and honeyed, with orange, lemon and lime zest, and well-integrated spices, then becomes creamier, with custard, banana loaf, a little dark peel, and marmalade. Honey and citrus round things off nicely. 86 points - whiskyadvocate.com, reviewed by: Jonny McCormick 2018

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Bushmills 1608 Anniversary Edition Blended Irish Whiskey (750ml)

County Antrim, IRELAND

$89. 99
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$1079.88 Dozen

ABV: 46%

A hard to find special edition Bushmills, this commemorates the 400th anniversary of the license to distil in Antrim originally granted in 1608 to Sir Thomas Phillips. The blend is notable, containing only 5% grain whiskey and 95% malt, 30% of which is "crystal malt". This is high-nitrogen malt that's wetted and roasted in a rotating drum before kilning. It's said to contribute sweet toffee-like flavours.
...A blend of three different types of whiskey -- malt whiskey, grain whiskey, and a third component which is said to be a malt whiskey produced from crystal malt. Brewers and homebrewers know crystal malt well, a slightly caramelized version of malted barley. Its rich texture suggests a decent malt content for a blend. Layers of sweetness (honeyed vanilla, rummy molasses, toasted marshmallow) are balanced by toasted nuts, dried fruit, and dark chocolate. Very dynamic and with plenty of grit. Smartly bottled at 46%. 90 points
- www.maltadvocate.com, (Fall 2008) Reviewed by: John Hansell
...The nosing passes find notes of almond paste, straw, brown butter, nougat, dark toffee, worn saddle leather and canola oil. Rich flavors of caramel, cocoa, and malted barley at entry; midpalate adds flavors of tapioca, old honey and butter cream on top of the intense graininess. Finishes malty sweet, buttery, oily and multilayered. Very nice. 90-95 points - www.wineenthusiast.com

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Clontarf 1014 Classic Blended Irish Whiskey (700ml)

County Cork, IRELAND

$59. 99
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ABV: 40%

Clontarf takes it's name from the suburb of Dublin which in 1014 was the site of a bloody battle in which the High King of Ireland, Brian Boru and his army fought off the invading Viking mercenaries from Dublin and the Isle of Orkney. Perhaps if Highland Park or Midleton Distilleries existed in 1014 the exchanges might have been a touch more friendly.

Clontarf Classic is produced at Irish Distillers' New Midleton Distillery, the very distillery responsible for Jameson, Power's, Midleton, Paddy and the celebrated Redbreast whiskies. The blend is composed of grain and pot distilled whiskies married in ex-bourbon casks.
Other reviews... Not bad once you adapt: in fact, seriously entertaining.'
86 points
- Jim Murray's Whisky Bible 2009

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Hinch 10 Year Old Sherry Cask Blended Irish Whiskey (700ml)

IRELAND

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ABV: 43%

A combination of a minimum 10 year old Single Grain and Single Malt whiskeys from the distillery inventory, finished for a minimum of 12 months in thirty year old Oloroso Sherry casks from the Bodega Garvey in Jerez. 43% Alc./Vol.
Other reviews... Aromas of apple, pear, vanilla, and soft buttery toffees, with herbal notes, pea pods, pepper, and mixed spices. A creamy palate of poached pear, white chocolate, toffee, jellied and jammy fruits, spices, and raisins, with spices vaulting above milk chocolate in later phases. A finish of milk chocolate, malt, and pear lead to a spice-coated tongue. 89 points - whiskyadvocate.com, reviewed by: Jonny McCormick 2021
...So many memorable moments, but a little more care with these casks would have bought a lot more. Still, that's my blender's perfectionist hat on. Just enjoy it! 89 points - Jim Murray's Whisky Bible 2022

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Hinch 5 Year Old Double Wood Blended Irish Whiskey (700ml)

IRELAND

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ABV: 43%

Other reviews... Impressive and highly enjoyable Irish which gives you minimum blarney and the truest flavour profile. 93 points - Jim Murray's Whisky Bible 2022
...Having spent a year finishing in virgin American oak, this is imbued with aromas of green apple, lemon curd, barley, green tea, stewed gooseberries, and pineapple. Sweetly tangy, with lemon Jell-O, candied peel, orange curd, sugar-coated gumdrops, and submerged notes of pepper and clove, with dry oak on the finish. Though not especially complex, this is irrefutably delicious and has plenty of appeal. 90 points - whiskyadvocate.com, reviewed by: Jonny McCormick 2021

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Jameson Caskmates Young Henry Edition Blended Irish Whiskey (700ml)

IRELAND

$299. 00
Bottle
$3588.00 Dozen

ABV: 40%

A limited edition for Sydney, bottled in collaboration with Young Henry's Brewery. The whiskey was finished in the venue's craft beer barrels. 40% Alc./Vol.

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Jameson Signature Reserve Blended Irish Whiskey (1000ml)

Dublin, IRELAND

$79. 99
Bottle
$959.88 Dozen

ABV: 40%

Note: Bottle has come from a private collection and as such has some light creasing/scuffing/scratches/handling marks. Actual product pictured.
A duty-free exclusive from the popular Irish distiller, Jameson Signature Reserve is matured in Bourbon and Oloroso casks to create a layered yet balanced dram.
Notes from Jameson... Aged in American oak barrels and the finest sherry casks, Jameson Signature Reserve delivers our signature taste and smoothness with additional heather and honey sweetness. Exclusive to travel retail, Jameson Signature Reserve allegedly guarantees a warm welcome if you happen to be staying with family or friends after a flight. Nose: Sweet floral light perfume notes are followed by underlying spice. Some nuttiness, apples and dried fruits. Taste: Initial impression is a mouth coating of heather honey sweetness. This is closely followed by some smooth spicy oils. Additional depth is added with cedar wood from the American oak along with dried fruits which are the primary contribution from the sherry casks. Finish: A long, warm sweet finish.

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Jameson Special Reserve 12 Year Old Blended Irish Whiskey (700ml)

Dublin, IRELAND

$69. 99
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$839.88 Dozen

ABV: 40%

Why Does Irish Whiskey Taste Different?

If Scotch and Irish whiskies are tasted side by side, the impression the Irish usually gives is of being lighter and smoother and perhaps sweeter too. The Irish have played up this 'lightness' in view of the current worldwide trend towards marketing lighter flavoured spirits. It’s a strategy that’s paid off with big brands like Jameson making huge inroads into the US market over the last decade.

While the production of Irish Whiskey is broadly similar to that of Scotch, Irish whiskey has one unique incarnation - the 'Pure Pot Still' category, which is made from malted and unmalted barley. Otherwise, the typical flavour of Irish Whiskey (i.e.- the blends which are 90% of the market) can be attributed to several factors. For this latter category, the barley is not dried over peat fires, as the Scots often do, rather it’s air dried in sealed ovens, so preserving only the pure grain flavours. The whiskies won’t have the distinctive smoky aroma of many Scotch whiskies, though some Irish have started to produced heavily peated styles.

More importantly, the wash for Irish whiskey is nearly always triple distilled, taking the ‘heart’ out of the ‘heart cut’ so to speak (and sometimes quintuply distilled); which though it produces a raw whiskey that is higher in alcohol, the spirit has less of the congeners or flavouring elements, so the whiskey seems lighter to the palate. Almost all other world whiskies are distilled only once or twice.

Some Irish Distillers run both pot and continuous stills, and this is another contributor to the aroma and flavour difference between the various Irish whiskey brands. Midleton distillery, in Cork, where Jameson’s is produced have a bewildering range of stills making the plant capable of turning out a variety of styles. The amount of pot still whiskey used determines whether the blend will be heavier, or lighter. The more pot still whiskey in the blend, the fuller and deeper it will be. Then of course, there’s the length of time the whiskey is left to mature. The longer it stays on oak, the smoother and rounder will be the blend. And finally, there’s the type of cask used. Distillers avoid using new oak casks because they believe the wood imparts a ‘roughness’ to the whiskey. Instead, many distillers select used barrels that once held the contents of another type of liquor, such as Bourbon or Rum. For some blends the whiskey is matured in Sherry casks. In this case, it’s a combination of both seasoned American and Sherry oak casks.

Jameson Special Reserve isn’t like your entry level Jameson. There’s a positive pot still contribution that adds weight and texture while the longer time in barrel has upped the complexity. No question, this is not one of the world’s most unforgettable whiskies, but it’s not priced as one either. Would we recommend it to a friend? Definitely, especially when the deal is this good. With a few friends around, the problem is drinking this sanely and in moderation.

Tasting note: Brilliant gold appearance. After an initial waft of vanilla wafer and caramel, a subtle stewed pear note emerges followed by a hint of peppermint that adds freshness. A typically light, soft Irish entry builds into a medium bodied, semi sweet, mocha and vanilla flavour profile with good concentration; a gentle peppery burst contributes depth. Silky, very gently warming mouthfeel. Finishes medium dry, fresh and clean with fine dusty tannins and a subtle though persistent mocha / vanilla / caramel aftertaste. Substantial, quality Irish. 40% Alc./Vol.

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Jameson Triple Triple Blended Irish Whiskey (1000ml)

IRELAND

$109. 99
Bottle
$1319.88 Dozen

ABV: 40%

While triple distillation is nothing new to Jameson, this special duty free release has been matured in three different woods - namely, ex-Bourbon, Sherry and Malaga casks. Expect notes of citrus, orchard fruits and spice.
Brendan Buckley, international marketing director at Jameson comments, "Jameson’s approachability has been key to its success around the world… with its extra smooth yet subtly sweet character, we expect Jameson Triple Triple to further propel the brand forward in the global travel retail sphere." 40% Alc./Vol.

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Jameson The Cooper's Croze Blended Irish Whiskey (700ml)

IRELAND

$110. 00
Bottle
$1320.00 Dozen

ABV: 43%

Tasting note: Brilliant light gold color. Creamy, toasty aromas and flavors of spice cake, cedar and incense, pistachio nougat, and dried tropical fruits with a silky, lively, fruity medium body and a peppery, complex, breezy rich spices and herbs, banana bread pudding, white pepper, and cashew finish. A spicy blended Irish whisky that will ignite cocktails. 43% Alc./Vol.
93 points - www.tastings.com

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Jameson Crested Ten Blended Irish Whiskey (700ml)

Dublin, IRELAND

$84. 99
Bottle
$1019.88 Dozen

ABV: 40%

John Jameson's Dublin Distillery was founded in 1780 and laid down a tradition for quality and success. His family motto and guiding philosophy was 'Sine Metu', meaning 'Without Fear', which appears today on every bottle of Jameson. This new triple distilled pot still whiskey from the famous Jameson distillery has been difficult to find and has just arrived in Australia for the first time.

'The enormity of the pot still is awesome...'

Other reviews... Nose: The enormity of the pot still is awesome: lovely sherry-ginger balance; Taste: amazingly clean sherry then traces of malt and vanilla. Finish: too much toffee but some decent spice helps compensate – a beautifully balanced whiskey let down only by the weak finish. 40% Alc./Vol. 88 points
- Jim Murray’s Whisky Bible 2006

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Jameson Select Reserve Black Barrel Single Distillery Small Batch Blended Irish Whiskey (700ml)

Dublin, IRELAND

$69. 99
Bottle
$839.88 Dozen

ABV: 40%

Other reviews... Bright sparks, these Jameson guys. This takes all the worldwide quality and balance of the standard bottle and adds a large dollop of pot still whiskey, providing plummy, rich fruits to the mix. They may have also upped the effects of oak, too, so there's an extra depth to the whiskey. Fans of the brand will love it, and pot still whiskey fans will appreciate an affordable full-flavored blend. (Value Pick) 90 points - www.maltadvocate.com (Summer 2012) Reviewed by: Dominic Roskrow
...Amber color. Aromas of banana bread toast, roasted pecans, and caramel with a silky, dry-yet-fruity medium-to-full body and a honeyed almond, date pastry, and mineral accented finish. A flavorful, flexible whiskey.
International Review of Spirits Award: Gold Medal
RATING: 91 points (Exceptional) - www.tastings.com

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Jameson The Distiller's Safe Irish Whiskey (700ml)

IRELAND

$110. 00
Bottle
$1320.00 Dozen

ABV: 43%

Long before barrels make their mark, a pot still has the first say. It's from the spirit safe that the head distiller gets to sample what’s going on inside the still. In short, it permits a confirmation of quality at any point in the process. Of this latest release, Jameson's head distiller, Brian Nation, comments “I wanted to capture the beauty and character of the distillates. I created a whiskey with the smooth mouth feel of pot still whiskeys, combined with the soft buttery sweetness and gentle fruit notes of grain whiskey.”
Notes from Jameson's Nose: From floral perfume, through fresh herbs, to lively spices, this special selection of distillates shows how the subtle delicate sweet notes of Irish grain whiskey can complement the more robust character of the Irish pot still whiskey. Barley Sugar sweetness combines with the succulence of grapefruit and green pepper, with a touch of marzipan adding to the depth. Taste: Starts off with barley sugar sweetness, progressing to hints of cinnamon and even a touch of liquorice. A vibrant note of mandarin orange appears alongside the nuttiness of ground almond. Finish: Stays light and zesty, with barley making a late appearance. 43% Alc./Vol.

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Kilbeggan Finest Blended Irish Whiskey (700ml)

Kilbeggan, IRELAND

$49. 99
Bottle
$599.88 Dozen

ABV: 40%

Kilbeggan is Gaelic for 'little church'. This whiskey first appeared as a John Locke's brand over 100 years ago and was sold successfully until Locke's distillery ceased production in the 1950's. Cooley Distillery relaunched the Kilbeggan brand in 1994 and since then it has had continued success in the market place. Distilled from malted Irish barley and maize and gently matured for several years in oak casks, Noel Sweeney, Cooley Master Blender describes Kilbeggan as 'The cornerstone of Cooley Distillery...a robust blend offering sweet maltiness in the taste and flavour.'

'A highly delicious and dangerously more-ish whiskey'
Jim Murray, author of Classic Irish Whiskey.

Tasting note: Pale gold with a pale straw hue. Dried grass aroma. Some grape-like fruit scents, then vanilla and wafer biscuit. The palate offers vanilla, cream, wafer biscuit and spice. Clean, medium bodied, with a gentle tingle, the palate fades fast then re-emerges with a subtle, lingering aftertaste of spice, mint and honeycombe. Not bad at all for this mid-priced Irish. 40% Alc./Vol.

Other reviews... Pale greenish straw color. Sweet caramel taffy, vanilla, and toasty wood aromas. A soft silky entry leads to a dryish medium-bodied palate with sweet golden raisin, caramel, and peppery spice flavors. Finishes with a nice creamy vanilla and toasty wood fade.
International Review of Spirits Award: Silver Medal
RATED: 85 points (Highly Recommended) - www.tastings.com

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Kinahans KASC Project Irish Whiskey (700ml)

IRELAND

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ABV: 43%

Wholesaler must clear. One parcel only.
This new malt & grain blend from an old Irish brand lays claim as the world’s first Irish whiskey to be made using hybrid casks. Managing Director Zak Oganian explains, “If you are a traditional whiskey drinker, this is not the whiskey for you. This is a daring and unconventional whiskey – it’s a riot of wood.” Specifically, five different types of wood - Portuguese oak, French oak, American oak, Hungarian oak and chestnut. The colour is amber gold. The nose is oak-forward with scents of carpenter's work shop, fresh oak shavings and leather armchair as well as cherry, plum and biscuity malt peeking through. Rich and rounded in the mouth but a little heavy on its feet, there are hints of fruit and gobstopper before the finish enters oak-overdrive. Cut short - otherwise thick and enjoyable, and almost like a young Bourbon. 43% Alc./Vol. Non chill filtered.
Other reviews... The wood has the biggest say here, especially on the nose... while the flavour profile is very pleasant, it certainly didn't ring true and when I later spotted the chestnut inclusion, the sensations immediately made sense. Intriguing though. 86 points - Jim Murray's Whisky Bible 2020
A relatively young whiskey with maturity beyond its years. 4.5 stars - diffordsguide.com

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Kinahans Small Batch Blended Irish Whiskey (700ml)

IRELAND

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$49. 99
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ABV: 46%

"...a blend of fine quality..." - whiskyadvocate.com
A very traditional Irish blend, aged at least six years, made from Kinahan's own private collection as well as liquid sourced across the Isle, all matured for various ages in ex-bourbon casks to create an entry-level expression. The whiskey pours bright gold and yields easy-going aromas and flavours suggesting gobstopper, Summer pudding, ripe peach, vanilla wafer biscuit and a splash of oily malt adding necessary depth; Medium bodied, with a spicy kick and good vibrancy to balance, find it at the right price and this spry, versatile Irish is worth a try. 46% Alc./Vol.
Other reviews... Undermined further by a slight bitter note. But earlier there's plenty of fun to be had with the vanilla and the spices. 87.5 points - Jim Murrays Whisky Bible 2020
...They say that Jerry Thomas made Kinahan's his whiskey of choice in 1862. A sniff today might reveal molten honey, flapjacks, dry grist, and a fresh apple Danish (apple, custard, and pastry). The palate has a nip of lozenge sweeties, more apples, peppermint, vanilla, and a slow slide into chocolate, lemon pith, and cocoa. The 25% malt content presses home the flavor. Palate-coating. It's a blend of fine quality, and Kinahan's revival adds to the resurgence of Dublin's whiskey story. 86 points - whiskyadvocate.com
...A fairly standard Irish, this light-bodied whiskey features notes of rich honey, coconut, and banana, plus overtones of walnuts. Gentle baking spices emerge with time, but so does a bit of acetone influence. The finish offers a touch of red pepper on the tongue — thanks in part to the slightly higher proof — but otherwise makes a callback to those initial honey notes. Works well enough. - drinkhacker.com
Notes from the producers... NOSE: Rich, nutty, and fruity with red apples, ripe peaches, roasted almonds, a touch of allspice, and a hint of butterscotch in the background. PALATE: Sweet cream, orange peel, and apricot, hints of peaches and cream, sweet spice and rolled oats. FINISH: Medium long. Malty, slightly tart with a hint of lemon and touches of vanilla and oak. Toasty and complex.

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Midleton Very Rare Blended Irish Whiskey (700ml) - 2021 Bottling

IRELAND

$299. 00
Bottle
$3588.00 Dozen

ABV: 40%

Often considered the pinnacle of Irish Whiskey, another vintage of this collectable release has arrived in Australia. This is the 38th edition and stocks are well down on last years. These annual bottlings are typically composed of single pot still and single grain whiskeys, each of which have been matured in lightly-charred, ex-bourbon American oak barrels for between 12 and 28 years. 40% Alc./Vol.
Other reviews... Midleton master distiller Kevin O’Gorman’s debut vintage accentuates the elegant nature of Very Rare, and evokes an indulgent nose of rich caramel, dry spices, apple strudel, vanilla fudge, seasoned oak, banana, and toasted coconut. The palate revels in soft orchard fruits with a gentle undertow of spice, bananas in custard, and caramelized sugar. Including single pot still whiskey from 1984, this is fruit-led and so sippable. (Collectible)
94 points - whiskyadvocate.com, reviewed by: Jonny McCormick 2021

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Midleton Very Rare Irish Whiskey (700ml) - 2018 Bottling

IRELAND

$299. 00
Bottle
$3588.00 Dozen

ABV: 40%

Often considered the pinnacle of Irish Whiskey, a small quantity of this collectable vintage release has finally arrived in Australia. The 2018 bottling is composed of hand-selected single pot still and single grain whiskeys, each of which have been matured in lightly-charred, ex-bourbon American oak barrels for between 12 and 28 years. This is the 35th edition.
“It is a great honour to have my signature on the front of each bottle of Midleton Very Rare,” said Brian Nation, Master Distiller at Midleton Distillery, “and this acts as the ultimate guarantee of quality from the Midleton Distillery. We set aside very small amounts of particularly fine single pot still and single grain distillates each year so that the Midleton Very Rare legacy can continue. This practice has been going on for over 40 years and today we are the proud custodians of the exceptional distillates with a duty of care to ensure that future generations are able to enjoy the pinnacle of Irish whiskey as we do today.”
Other reviews... Each MVR vintage has its own character, and the latest version has a sweet motif coddled in a soft, fruity bounty. Orange tartlets, white pepper, cantaloupe, nectarine, pear, malt, and rounded oak greet the nose. Honey and caramel with citrus, pulped fruit, and spice, before a sweeter phase of tablet, toffee, and vanilla flavors on the palate. Spices only nibble at the sweet and comforting finish. Collectible.
94 points - whiskyadvocate.com, reviewed by: Jonny McCormick (Spring 2019)

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Midleton Very Rare Irish Whiskey (700ml)

County Cork, IRELAND

$299. 00
Bottle
$3588.00 Dozen

ABV: 40%

Midleton Very Rare was launched in 1984 by John Jameson & Co to celebrate the whiskeys of the old Midleton distillery (whiskeys from the old Midleton distillery have always been acknowledged as special, thus, this whiskey takes its name from the east Cork distillery town). A new vintage has been released every year since then, with each bottle carrying its own individual number. This annual release of a new vintage is a departure for the whiskeys of Irish Distillers where consistency from year to year is highly valued. The individual nature of the selection process for each vintage of Midleton Very Rare means that each year’s vintage provides its own character.

Blended from material aged between 12 and 25 years old, the whisky is then matured exclusively in seasoned Bourbon barrels. No doubt this release will be prized among collectors. 40% Alc./Vol.
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Paddy Blended Irish Whiskey (700ml)

County Cork, IRELAND

$44. 99
Bottle
$539.88 Dozen

ABV: 40%

"Summons up plenty of snappy grain notes".

Cork distillery was established in 1779. Wary of preserving the reputation and quality of their whiskies, they were amongst the first to bottle their own to avoid middle men diluting casks and taking a bigger share than Angels would. Their flagship whiskey was popularised by Paddy O'Flaherty, a gregarious Irish salesman whose techniques were so successful that the whiskey became known by his name within the trade. Paddy Old Irish whiskey is considered by noted whisky writer, Jim Murray, as "one of the softest of all Ireland's whiskies". Cork distilleries are now in the hands of Pernod Ricard, who thankfully have kept on the traditions of the house with triple distillation, a high proportion of malt and low pot still content followed by a maturation of up to seven years.

Other reviews... This summons up plenty of snappy grain notes, with green apple, melon rind, and zested lemon bumping into dried chili, green tomato, damp hay bales, and a dose of spice. It’s sweeter than a kitten with a ball of wool: lemon bonbons, toffee, vanilla cream, banana chews, zesty mandarin, apple, butterscotch, pepper, and clove. Sour apple pips, burnt sugar and spice, and some residual vanilla creaminess see it out. 84 points - whiskyadvocate.com, reviewed by: Jonny McCormick (Summer 2018)
...Nicely made and straightforward, this whiskey doesn't try to be something that it's not and that's why it's so damned drinkable. Ireland's Saturday-afternoon-while-watching-football whiskey.
Recommended - spiritjournal.com

Light gold, with a fruity aroma underpinned by a tickle of oak. Most of the flavor is on the lingering finish, which shows pear touched with cinnamon. Although a splash of water opens up the finish to bigger and broader notes, it leaves you wanting more on the aroma and flavor. 86 points - wineenthusiast.com

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Slane Blended Irish Whiskey (700ml)

IRELAND

$59. 99
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$719.88 Dozen

ABV: 40%

A blend that uses three varieties of casks: virgin and seasoned barrels from Kentucky and Alabama, and Sherry casks from Spain.
Tasting note: Bright amber gold. Typically Irish on the nose, but there’s more to it - baked apples, wine soaked pears and vanilla fudge emerge, as well as popcorn and sooty barrel char character making this borderline smokey. A lightish palate hinting at toffee apple, vanilla fudge and late butterscotch with the sweetness checked. Flavoursome yet light on its feet. 40% Alc./Vol.

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Teeling Stout Cask Small Batch Irish Whiskey (700ml)

IRELAND

$84. 99
Bottle
$1019.88 Dozen

ABV: 46%

Note: Product has come from a private collection and as such has some minor scuffing/scratches/handling marks. Actual product not pictured.
Teeling and Galway Bay Brewery, one of Ireland’s most celebrated craft breweries, have been collaborating for years, on what has now become the cult classic “200 fathoms” – a modern interpretation of an Imperial Stout, aged just once annually in Teeling’s Small Batch barrels. It was inevitable that one day they'd bring this collaboration full circle, take back the stout-seasoned barrels and finish a whiskey with their rich, dark, malty influence. The result promises aromas and flavours of dark chocolate, truffles, sour apples, sweet malt, roasted barley, sour fruits, black cherries with a honeycomb and cream finish. 46% Alc./Vol. Non chill filtered.

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Teeling Small Batch Irish Whiskey (700ml)

IRELAND

$79. 99
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$959.88 Dozen

ABV: 46%

Note: Product has come from a private collection and as such has some minor scuffing/scratches/handling marks. Actual product not pictured.
A rum cask finished Teeling, which is one in a series of Small Batch releases with differing wood regimes. 46% Alc./Vol. Non chill filtered.
Other reviews... Certainly the delivery ticks all the boxes and offers an innate light treacle sweetness. But there is an intruding semi-bitterness, almost like hop - which interrupts the nose and finish and spoils the party a bit. Odd. 86 points - Jim Murray's Whisky Bible 2022
...The first conventional release from this fledgling company. Irish whiskey's equivalent to a seemingly frothy sweet pop song, which on closer inspection has barbed and cutting lyrics. It's a sweet Irish blend and seems like it. But it has a high malt content, is packed with flavor, and it easily justifies its price. It's creamy and rich with toffee notes, there's some tropical fruit and delicious rum-and-raisin milk chocolate. Not too cloying despite the sweetness, either. 89 points - whiskyadvocate.com

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The Whistler Calvados Cask Finish Blended Irish Whiskey (700ml)

IRELAND

$99. 99
Bottle
$1199.88 Dozen

ABV: 43%

Tasting note: Part of Boann distillery's 'Cask Finish' series. Irish whiskey often has a strong orchard fruit character, so Calvados should work well. This one has a creamy nose-feel with aromas of bubblegum, pear drops and vanilla, following with well-rounded, mouthfilling flavours of apple pie, cinnamon, juicy-fruit gum and a slightly acidic finish. The result here is simple but tasty. 43% Alc./Vol. Non chill filtered.
Other reviews... Honeyed, malty and citrusy on the nose, with some dried exotic fruitiness. Viscous and mouth-coating, lovely bold fruitiness - dried pineapple and papaya. Some wood spice in the mid-palate.
Gold Medal - World Whisky Awards 2020

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The Whistler Imperial Stout Cask Finish Blended Irish Whiskey (700ml)

IRELAND

$99. 99
Bottle
$1199.88 Dozen

ABV: 43%

Tasting note: Having matured a seven year old sourced Irish whiskey, casks were emptied and refilled with Boyne Brewhouse Imperial Stout for a short time. The casks were then emptied and re-filled with sourced malt and grain whiskey. The finished blend has an atypical Irish bouquet with low definition choc-ripple biscuit aromas and a mildly grassy edge. Medium bodied flavours suggest green wood, ginger biscuits and cocoa. Ends oily, vaguely woody and gently warming. Doesn't inspire superlatives. 43% Alc./Vol. Non chill filtered.
Notes from Whistler... NOSE: Apple drops, fresh citrus zest, creamy and luscious toffee undertones with banana, apricot, melon and creamy red raspberries. PALATE: Sweet peach on the fore with pear and a bright fresh citrus zest. Malt undertone with creamy vanilla underneath. FINISH: Long and creamy with hints of pear and citrus zest remaining.

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The Whistler Oloroso Sherry Cask Finish Blended Irish Whiskey (700ml)

IRELAND

$99. 99
Bottle
$1199.88 Dozen

ABV: 43%

Tasting note: While Boann are busy getting their distillery up and running, they've sourced liquid and have been experimenting with various finishes. The latest in the range is this blend of sherry and bourbon matured grain and malt whiskeys. Deep amber gold, it's more restrained than Whistler's 'Blue Note', opening with peel freshness followed by richer scents of orange spice cake, peach nectar and glace cherries. The silky entry glazes the tongue with softly spoken dried fruit flavours; Oak enters early, drying the mouthfeel, while sherry picks up the finish as light fruit cake and vanilla.
Non chill filtered. 43% Alc./Vol.

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Tullamore Dew Phoenix Limited Edition Irish Whiskey (500ml)

IRELAND

Reduced from $120.00
$89. 99
Bottle
$1079.88 Dozen

ABV: 46.2%

This is the lower ABV version (46.2% versus 55%) of a limited edition originally released for travel retail that pays tribute to the town of Tullamore. We suspect that this edition was for the Northern European market. The phoenix in the town's coat of arms comes from 1785 when a hot air balloon crash caused a terrible fire that nearly wiped Tullamore off of the map. The Irish pot still component is finished in Oloroso Sherry casks. Non chill filtered.

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Tullamore Dew Cider Cask Finish Blended Irish Whiskey (500ml)

IRELAND

$46. 99
Bottle
$563.88 Dozen

ABV: 40%

Other reviews... Hands up if you’d ever wondered what would happen if you seasoned old bourbon barrels with fermenting Irish cider, then added a triple blend of whiskeys? Anyone? Fizzy sherbet, green foliage, and cider (not apple) notes, that’s what. Seasoning suggests the cask occupants are less than good mates, the cider more a lingering tenant. Pot still surfaces through the saccharine cider flavors, with coiled Bramley apple peels, citrus strands, and a nippy spiciness. Just because you can, doesn’t mean you should.
88 points - whiskyadvocate.com, reviewed by: Jonny McCormick (Fall 2016)

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Tullamore Dew Caribbean Rum Cask Finish Blended Irish Whiskey (700ml)

IRELAND

$74. 99
Bottle
$899.88 Dozen

ABV: 43%

Other reviews... Rum-finishing specialists William Grant & Sons add to Ireland’s league of existing rum-finished whiskeys. The lush tropical fruit complexity is abundant with mango, passion fruit, dried papaya, and green apple on the nose. Red apple flavors dominate with Demerara sugariness, dried strawberry, egg custard, and toffee chews, before drifting off into sweeter, fruitier territory. Short finish with a shot of sweet nutmeg. 43% Alc./Vol.
89 points - whiskyadvocate.com, reviewed by: Jonny McCormick (Summer 2018)

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Tullamore Dew 12 Year Old Special Reserve Irish Whiskey (700ml)

Tullamore County, Offaly, IRELAND

$89. 99
Bottle
$1079.88 Dozen

ABV: 40%

The longer whiskey is allowed to age in the cask, the more its character develops (as does its rarity.) This is why whisky lovers are prepared to pay a little more for the pleasure of drinking Tullamore Dew 12 Year Old. Unlike its simpler & much younger counterpart, Tullamore Dew 12 YO is a blend of triple distilled, 12 -15 year old whiskeys, matured in old Bourbon casks and old Oloroso Sherry butts. Once poured, the 12 Year Old’s complexity and sophistication are immediately apparent with clear flavours of Irish Pot Still and unpeated malt emerging. Undertones of toasted wood from the lightly charred Bourbon casks give way to a sweet nuttiness derived from the sherry butts.
Awarded a gold medal and named 'Best Irish Whiskey' in the 1999 International Spirits Challenge, an achievement repeated the following year when Tullamore Dew was voted best Irish Whiskey in the 2000 International Spirits Challenge. Further success has been achieved in 2001 with the award of the Gold Medal in the International Wine & Spirits competition.
Other reviews... Brilliant gold. Refined praline and toffee nose. A clean, light palate follows through with subdued, grainy malt, hints of vanilla and flowers. Finishes with a slightly citrusy and oak spice note. Subtle and refined. ' International Review of Spirits Award: Silver Medal
89 points (Highly Recommended) - www.tastings.com

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