Redbreast
12 Years Old
- 40
- 12 Years Old
- 70cl
- Taste: 3
- Irish
Redbreast is a renowned Irish whiskey brand with a history dating back to the early 20th century. The Gilbey family, who were wine and spirits merchants in Dublin, introduced the brand in 1912. The whiskey was originally supplied by the Jameson distillery. Redbreast gained popularity for its unique character and commitment to using a high proportion of malted barley in its production, distinguishing it as a single pot still whiskey....
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Redbreast is a renowned Irish whiskey brand with a history dating back to the early 20th century. The Gilbey family, who were wine and spirits merchants in Dublin, introduced the brand in 1912. The whiskey was originally supplied by the Jameson distillery.
Redbreast gained popularity for its unique character and commitment to using a high proportion of malted barley in its production, distinguishing it as a single pot still whiskey. This traditional method involves both malted and unmalted barley and is distinctive to Irish whiskey. Over the years, the company has faced challenges such as economic downturns and changes in the whiskey industry. In the mid-20th century, as the Irish whiskey market declined, the Redbreast brand, along with many others, struggled.
In the late 20th century, however, there was a revival of interest in traditional Irish whiskey styles, and Redbreast experienced a resurgence. Today, Redbreast is produced at the Midleton Distillery in County Cork, part of the Irish Distillers Group.
This is Redbreast's Signature bottling. The Redbreast 12 Year Old boasts the complexity and distinctive qualities of pot still whiskey. Matured in a combination of bourbon and sherry casks, the distinctive Redbreast sherry style is a joy to behold in each and every bottle.
Official Tasting Notes
Nose - A complex spicy and fruity aroma with toasted wood notes.
Taste - Full-flavoured and complex. Silky smooth with a harmonious balance of spicy, fruity, sherry and toasted notes.
Finish - Satisfyingly long. The complex flavors linger on the palate.
Redbreast gained popularity for its unique character and commitment to using a high proportion of malted barley in its production, distinguishing it as a single pot still whiskey. This traditional method involves both malted and unmalted barley and is distinctive to Irish whiskey. Over the years, the company has faced challenges such as economic downturns and changes in the whiskey industry. In the mid-20th century, as the Irish whiskey market declined, the Redbreast brand, along with many others, struggled.
In the late 20th century, however, there was a revival of interest in traditional Irish whiskey styles, and Redbreast experienced a resurgence. Today, Redbreast is produced at the Midleton Distillery in County Cork, part of the Irish Distillers Group.
This is Redbreast's Signature bottling. The Redbreast 12 Year Old boasts the complexity and distinctive qualities of pot still whiskey. Matured in a combination of bourbon and sherry casks, the distinctive Redbreast sherry style is a joy to behold in each and every bottle.
Official Tasting Notes
Nose - A complex spicy and fruity aroma with toasted wood notes.
Taste - Full-flavoured and complex. Silky smooth with a harmonious balance of spicy, fruity, sherry and toasted notes.
Finish - Satisfyingly long. The complex flavors linger on the palate.
Tasting Rating Guide
1: Light, good for beginners - an aperitif on a summers day, i.e. Glengoyne, Auchentoshan
2: Also good for beginners but with more depth and body - a little stronger than 1, ie. Glenmorangie, Speyburn
3: A dram for everyone, a little more complex so the palate requires a little more experience, i.e. Cragganmore, Macallan
4: A stronger spirit, a big whisky with lots of character and body, excellent after dinner, i.e. Lagavulin, Laphroaig