| Ā | Redbreast is a rich, spicy single pot still Irish whiskey matured exclusively in first-fill Sherry and bourbon casks, and this fantastic 21 year old is no exception. A masterpiece of cask selection and blending, we absolutely love this older expression with its notes of tropical fruit, menthol and a touch of leather alongside all that mouth-filling goodness you find right across the range. Hats off to Billy Leighton and all those at Midleton! |
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VOL |
70cl |
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ABV |
46% |
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Nose:Ā Tropical pineapple (!) and crushed peanuts specifically, a bit like the combo you get on the outside of those soft cheese rings. Rich, rounded, spicy ā prunes, quinces, a little deeply caramelised apple. Palate:Ā Mouth-filling and reassuring. A little menthol alongside the expected spiciness and some leather. On the tail thereās a touch of nectarine. Finish:Ā A little tangy fruit gives way to sweet and savoury barley notes. Overall:Ā Tremendous! Intricate and still full of life even though thereās a good proportion of whiskey older than 21 years old in there. Thoroughly enjoyable and one of the very best Irish whiskeys we've ever had the pleasure of tasting. |
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