MIDLETON ‘DAIR GHAELACH’ KNOCKRATH FOREST SINGLE POT STILL TREE 7 IRISH WHISKEY

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Detailed DescriptionFor this 3rd release in the series- the team have worked with Knockrath Estate in Co. Wicklow to sustainably harvest 7 Irish Oak trees. Each of which has matured selected Midleton Whiskies between 13 and 26 years old. These are single pot still whiskies, first matured in their traditional American Oak Bourbon Barrels before being transferred to this native Irish oak.Midleton ‘Dair Ghaelach’ Knockrath Forest Single Pot Still Tree 7 Irish Whiskey Tasting NotesNose: Pot still spices are accentuated by the Irish oak contribution, adding waves of toasted wood with hints of vanilla and roasted coffee, layered over fresh fruit which evolves from orchard fruits to tropical notes.Palate: Classic pot still spices give a luscious texture to the fore, while the influence of the Irish oak adds a medley of sweet notes including chocolate and honeycomb.Finish: Remarkably long finish with fruit and spices fading to allow the Irish Oak have the final say.Distillery InformationThe Midleton distilleries complex is situated in Midleton, County Cork, Ireland. It is owned by Irish Distillers, a subsidiary of Pernod Ricard. Located alongside is the Old Midleton Distillery, which was established in the early 17th century and now operates as a visitor centre known as the Jameson Experience.