GLENDALOUGH POT STILL IRISH WHISKEY

Detailed DescriptionA wonderful pot still whiskey from Glendalough over in the Wicklow Mountains just outside of Dublin. It’s made from a 1:2 mashbill of malted and unmalted Irish barley, and obviously distilled in a pot still – the whiskey wasn’t distilled by Glendalough, though it was distilled to their specification by an unnamed distillery. It’s matured in bourbon casks and then finished for a year in Irish virgin oak casks, made from sustainably felled 140 year old trees from the forests surrounding the distillery. Bottled up at 43% ABV, the oak finish gives a lot of green notes to this otherwise rather creamy whiskey.Glendalough Pot Still Irish Whiskey Tasting NotesNose: Raw malt aromas, with tannic oak, creamy vanilla notes and some oak char, with a wave of cinnamon spice.Palate: Crystallised ginger and candied citrus, banana custard and maple syrup, leading into green oak and dried herbs.Finish: Aromatic clove and more creamy vanilla, alongside some red berries and toasted oak.Distillery InformationBeginning operations in 2011, Glendalough holds the distinction of being Ireland’s first craft distillery. Founded by five friends with a passion for spirits and Irish lore, the brand combines time-honored traditions with various modern breakthroughs to craft a range of unique spirits unlike anything available in the market. These include traditional Irish spirits like whiskey, poitin, and later even gin – all showcasing their penchant for experimentation and willingness to break convention.