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S‘ lainte Irh Wskey If you prefer In order to be called an “Irish Whiskey”, distilled spirit must be CREAMY & FULL BODIED aged in wood barrels for a minimum of 3 years a minimum of A SINGLE POT STILL Irish Whiskey is what you are looking for. 40% ABV. distilled and matured on the island of Ireland. If you want something with a strong sherry influence with a touch of spice then Redbreast is perfect if you want a single pot still which is There are several types of Irish Whiskey including; FRESH and LIGHT then Greenspot is a wonderful choice. If you would like something a little more special with a spectrum of flavours such as vanilla, citrus and pepper then Midleton Barry Crockett is a rare treat Pot S Irh Wskey Pot still whiskey is whiskey made from a combination of malted barley and unmalted barley and is distilled in traditional copper pot stills. Me Our whiskeys are described in terms of Nose, Taste and Finish Pot Still Irish Whiskeys are characterised by full bodied flavours and a wonderful creamy mouth feel. Nose Terms to describe the ‘nose’ can vary from light to rich, Blended Irh Wskey robust to mellow and simple to complex. A blended whiskey is a combination of 2 or more styles of whiskey The addition of a little water brings the full bouquet of the grain, pot still or malt whiskey). spirit to the fore. However, be careful when adding ice to a whiskey as it can mute the aromas slightly. Gra Irh Wskey Grain whiskey is typically produced from a mash of maize and malted barley. T Grain whiskey is lighter in character than pot still whiskey and generally As the first sip is held in the mouth, the numerous, acutely sensitive taste the characteristics display delicate, fragrant and floral notes. buds of the tongue differentiate the taste profile of the whiskey. The tastes that you will experience are often described in terms Ma Irh Wskey of the following; Sherry richness, spicy, nutty, vanilla, dark chocolate, woody, honey, full bodied and creamy. A good whiskey will stimulate A single malt whiskey is made exclusively from malted your taste buds to enjoy many of these flavours. barley and is distilled using a pot still. Fh Wh Wskey? Having savoured the taste, the finish refers to the more defined If you prefer LIGHT and FLORAL : flavour that is left in your mouth. This may be quite different from A BLENDED IRISH WHISKEY is what you are looking for the initial sips, leaving either a sweet, dry or smooth essence for example Jameson Black Barrel is rich and sweet on the tongue. Powers 12 Year old would be similar, but a little spicier ! *Chill filtering: Prior to bottling the whiskey is cooled to -2C so If you want to treat yourself to something a little lighter and more certain elements such as fatty acids drop out at this temperature. For whiskeys of 43% or more this is not needed. fragrant then Midleton Very Rare is an exceptional choice At 40% a haze can form if its not chill filtered. Jon Powers Gold Lab €4.00 Powers Gold Label is a complex spice and honeyed taste experience. JAMESON ORIGINAL €4.00 Jameson Original is a blend of pot still and fine grain whiskeys that is as versatile Every drop is triple distilled, with more cut from the top and tail of the as it is smooth. Triple-distilled and aged for a minimum of 4 years, this is the second and third Pot Still charges. This means only the purest heart of timeless whiskey that turned our green bottle into an icon. the distillate is captured. Taste; Cinnamon, green peppers and a touch of nutmeg combined with orchard fruits, vanilla and toasted oak. All laid upon a crisp barley core. Jon JAMESON LIMITED RESERVE 18YEAR OLD €13.50 POWERS SIGNATURE RELEASE. €8.00 Matured for 18 years in hand-selected oak casks from Europe and America, this Powers Signature Release is a Single Pot Still Irish whiskey of outstanding rare whiskey is finished in first-fill bourbon barrels. This rite of passage introduces complexity and flavour. Taste Vanilla with black liquorice and cinnamon subtle traces of vanilla to an exceptionally balanced, mellow whiskey with a reveal fresh fruit - melons, green apples and pears - followed by crisp lingering finale of wood, spice and toffee. An elder statesman of our portfolio, each barley. bottle of this unique whiskey is individually numbered. PADDY €4.00 Jon In 1920s and 1930s Ireland, whiskey was sold in casks from the distillery to wholesalers, who would in turn sell it on to publicans. Cork Distilleries JAMESON BLACK BARREL €7.00 Company was very proud of the strong reputation which its whiskey had Jameson Black Barrel is a tribute to the cooper’s method of charring barrels. earned and wanted to prevent any fluctuation in whiskey quality due to Time spent maturing in these barrels lends this whiskey intensified notes of vanilla sweetness and caramel, alongside toasted wood, fruit, and warm spice. A triple bonder underhandedly diluting the casks. Thus, the company was one of the distilled blend of small batch grain and traditional Irish pot still whiskeys. A triple first to bottle their whiskey, which became known as Paddy. Taste; Mild, soft, distilled, twice charred, one of a kind. Nose; Butterscotch and creamy toffee fudge. a distinctive mellow maltiness, a touch of sweet oil, spiciness -notes of Taste; Nutty notes with spice & vanilla sweetness. honey, vanilla, toasted wood. Finish; Rich toasted wood & vanilla REDBREAST SINGLE POT STILL 12-YEAR-OLD €7.50 DINGLE SINGLE MALT, BATCH NO.1 € 7.50 Redbreast dates back to 1903 when John Jameson & Son entered into an When the first drops of new spirit started to flow in the Dingle Distillery on agreement with the Gilbeys Wines & Spirits Import Company to supply a cold November night in 2012 something momentous was happening. This them with new make spirit from their Bow St. Distillery. Made from a mash was the first whiskey to be produced in Ireland outside of the big three: of malted and unmalted barley and then triple distilled in traditional copper Midleton, Cooley and Bushmills. The spirit was literally reborn. The very pot stills, Pot Still whiskeys are characterised by full, complex flavours and special stills are a key part of the Dingle Story. We take the best Irish a wonderful creamy mouthfeel. malted barley and make pure pot still malt whiskey. Then we put it in casks and let the mild, moist, unique Dingle air do the rest. No whiskey in Scot - land or Ireland experiences a maturation process like that. Dingle is Dingle. Bhs Origal €4.50 SCOTCH WHISKEY On April 20th, 1608, King James I granted Sir Thomas Phillips - landowner and Governor of Co. Antrim, Ireland – a license to distil. TEACHERS €4.40 Bushmills Original Irish Whiskey is a blend of triple distilled malt It is said that William Teacher would not give his name to his blend until whiskey and a lighter grain whiskey and has picked up 36 awards this he had found perfection. Highland Cream is that whisky. It uses fully year alone. You’ll notice it’s rich, smooth warming taste almost instantly. smoked peat single malt whisky from The Ardmore distillery as its fin - gerprint whisky. This gives it incredible depth and smoothness combined BUSHMILLS BLACK BUSH €4.50 with a rich Smokey undertone. Truly a masterpiece. Bushmills Black Bush Irish Whiskey combines a high amount of malt whiskey matured in former Oloroso Sherry casks, with a sweet, THE FAMOUS GROUSE €5.00 batch-distilled grain whiskey. This unique recipe means Black Bush has Since 1800 The finest ingredients to create a natural spirit before the rich, fruity notes and a deep intense character, balanced by an incredibly passing of time imparts the wonderful flavour from our handcrafted unique smoothness. casks. Add to this the fusion of skilled craftsmen and a tenacious obsession with quality and you arrive at our Famous, rich, sweet, BUSHMILLS BLACK BUSH €5.50 well-rounded whisky. Taste; Medium full flavour Mature, Speyside & Fruiti - Bushmills Black Bush Irish Whiskey combines a high amount of malt ness. whiskey matured in former Oloroso Sherry casks, with a sweet, batch-distilled grain whiskey. This unique recipe means Black Bush has rich, fruity notes and a deep intense character, balanced by an incredibly unique smoothness. GRANTS FAMILY RESERVE €5.00 The Grant family motto is 'Stand Fast.' Five generations later and still MIDLETON VERY RARE 2015 €13.50 producing world class whisky, the palate is of good body and quite sweet. The Midleton Very Range has been going since 1984, but the latest There are notes of toffee and caramel with vanilla fudge and a touch of edition in the series is one of the best yet, Powerful and assertive on gentle, supple oak. The finish is of medium-length. the palate, this begins with sweet, orange citrus and pineapple then quickly becomes quite peppery and spicy with flavours of cloves, ginger, cinnamon, vanilla.ly unique smoothness. JOHNNIE WALKER BLACK LABEL €5.50 The Grant family motto is 'Stand Fast.' Five generations later and still producing world class whisky, the palate is of good body and quite sweet. HENNESSEY COGNAC €4.70 There are notes of toffee and caramel with vanilla fudge and a touch of Founded in 1765 by the Irish aristocrat, Richard Hennessy. Hennessy gentle, supple oak. The finish is of medium-length. had served with the French forces and the company began as an eaux-de-vie trader based in Cognac.