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Redbreast - 12 yrs

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Tasting notes

A well-balanced single pot still Irish whiskey, Redbreast 12 Year Old has been matured in a combination of bourbon and sherry casks, creating a sweet-and-spicy character. The nose holds aromas of sweet fruit, toasted oak and warm spices, and the palate offers notes of buttery hot-cross-buns, dried fruits, baking spices and spicy oak.

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Provenance

Type
Whisky
Producer
Redbreast
Country
Ireland
Style
Blended

Technical

Serving
18° - 20° C

Key characteristics

About this whisky

Redbreast 12 Year Old is a single pot still Irish whiskey produced by the Midleton Distillery in County Cork, Ireland. With a rich history and traditional production methods, Redbreast 12 Year Old is considered one of the finest examples of Irish whiskey and has won numerous awards for its quality and taste.

The production of Redbreast 12 Year Old begins with a mash of malted and unmalted barley, which is then triple distilled in copper pot stills. The whiskey is then aged for 12 years in a combination of American oak bourbon barrels and Spanish oak sherry casks, giving it its distinctive flavour profile of honey, vanilla, and toasted oak.

Redbreast 12 Year Old is a full-bodied whiskey with a smooth and creamy texture. It has a rich, complex flavour that is both sweet and spicy, with hints of fruit and nuts. The finish is long and warming, with a subtle smokiness that lingers on the palate.

Overall, Redbreast 12 Year Old is a superb example of Irish whiskey and is highly regarded by whiskey enthusiasts around the world. Its rich history, traditional production methods, and exceptional quality make it a must-try for anyone who appreciates fine spirits.

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Ingredients

  • 60ml Redbreast - Single Pot Still - 12 yrs
  • 25ml Ginger Syrup
  • 20ml Fresh Lemon Juice
  • 2 Dashes Angostura Bitters

Method

  1. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
  2. Add the Redbreast, ginger syrup, lemon juice, and Angostura bitters.
  3. Shake vigorously for 10-15 seconds.
  4. Strain the mixture into a chilled coupe glass.

Serve

Coupe glass, garnished with a lemon twist expressed over the surface of the drink and placed on the rim.

Behind the bottle

Producer

Redbreast

Redbreast is a renowned Irish whiskey producer that has been crafting exceptional spirits for over a century. The brand was established in 1857 by W&A Gilbey, a wine and spirits merchant, and has since become a household name in…

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