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Rank: 90.1 pctl
Value: $1.22 / pctl
Ireland • $110.32 • 57.7% ABV
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Rank: 92.8 pctl
Value: $6.46 / pctl
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Midleton Very Rare Vintage 2021
Chosen from the most exceptional quality single pot still and single grain Irish whiskeys laid down over the past four decades in Midleton, Co Cork, Midleton Very Rare 2021 is aged from 13 to 35 years in lightly charred ex-bourbon American oak barrels. Kevin O'Gorman selected a high pot still inclusion at 83%, as well as a notable contribution from third fill casks. The result is a luxurious and balanced whiskey with rich pot still connotations, where the distillate takes centre stage thanks to the use of refilled casks- a fitting legacy for one of Irish whiskey's great Master Distillers.
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Ratings:
Whisky Advocate: 94.00 pts
Intl Wine & Spirits: 95.00 pts
Connosr: 89.00 pts
Whiskybase: 89.80 pts
Total Wine: 98.00 pts
Wine Enthusiast: 96.00 pts
Part of the Pernod Ricard family of brands.
Note: This whisky is part of an ongoing series, with variability between each release due to differences in mash bill, barrels used, age profile, and others. If the specific version is not listed, ask your server or a store employee for more info.
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Nose: A delicate introduction of Sweet Mandarin Orange Citrus with Green Banana and Vanilla. The light Herbal notes develop until the typical Pot Still Spices, including Cardamom, Nutmeg and Peppers, show the signature Midleton style. Whilst a touch of Cedarwood and Charred American Oak add to the complexity.
Palate: The smooth initial mouthcoating is initially sweet with Vanilla and red Apple, before the more robust spices, Cinnamon and Clove with a slice of Root Ginger, show their presence. There is a polished Antique Wood contribution from the Barrels alongside some light Tannins and Charred Oak.
Finish: The finish is extra long as the spices subside giving way to Green Fruit and Stalks of Barley.
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Rank: 90.1 pctl
Value: $1.22 / pctl
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Redbreast 12 Year Old Cask Strength
Made from a mash of malted and unmalted barley and then triple distilled in copper pot stills, Redbreast 12 boasts the flavour complexity and distinctive qualities of Pot Still whiskey. Matured in a combination of Bourbon seasoned American Oak barrels and Oloroso Sherry seasoned Spanish oak butts, the distinctive Redbreast sherry style is a joy to behold in each and every bottle. The Cask Strength expression gives a glimpse of Redbreast 12 in its natural, full flavoured taste.
100% Malted and Unmalted
Pro Ratings:
Whisky Advocate: 96.00 pts
Universal Spirits: 98.00 pts
Intl Wine & Spirits: 93.00 pts
Connosr: 90.00 pts
Whiskybase: 88.00 pts
Total Wine: 98.00 pts
Wine Enthusiast: 90.00 pts
The Whiskey Jug: 93.00 pts
Drink Hacker: 95.00 pts
Part of the Pernod Ricard family of brands.
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Nose: Succulent exotic fruit with a little citrus, complementing deeper notes of dried apricot and sultana. Infusion of assorted spices and toasted wood.
Palate: Rich, fully rounded and mellow with luscious fruit and spices. Sweetness of vanilla and a touch of oak.
Finish: Satisfyingly long with the sophisticated combination of fruit and spices slowly giving way to toasted oak, then barley.
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