Midleton Very Rare 2020 Edition Irish Whiskey
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Heralding the 37th edition of the world renowned vintage release, Brian Nation - in his final days as Master Distiller, continued the long-standing tradition of hand-selecting whiskeys reserved for this coveted annual expression from Midleton Distillery’s supreme inventory for the last time.
Chosen from the most exceptional quality single pot still and single grain Irish whiskeys laid down over the past four decades in Midleton, Co Cork, Midleton Very Rare 2020 is aged from 13 to 35 years in lightly charred ex-bourbon American oak barrels.
Brian Nation selected a higher pot still inclusion than in some of his previous vintages, while also increasing the use of refill barrels among his choice of casks.
The result is a luxurious and balanced whiskey with rich pot still notes and elegant grain distillates that take centre stage thanks to the inclusion of refill casks - a fitting legacy for one of Irish whiskey’s great Master Distillers.
Product Details
Tasting Notes
Colour
Radiant amber-gold with honeyed warmth and coppery highlights, a sunlit caramel-toned hue.
Nose
Luxurious nose of ripe orchard fruit, honeyed vanilla and confident pot still spice, supported by silky grain notes. Citrus zest and a touch of toffee rise from lightly charred oak, with warm caramel and almond accents. A refined, balanced bouquet hinting at decades of cask wisdom.
Palate
Silky and luxurious, with a creamy mouthfeel and fruit-forward core of baked apple and pear. Rich pot-still notes mingle with elegant grain distillates, unfolded by vanilla, honey, and a touch of toasty oak. Subtle spice and citrus lift lead to a long, refined finish of oak, caramel, and white pepper.
Finish
Long, luxurious finish with creamy vanilla and honeyed oak, lifted by refined pot still spice. Soft grain sweetness lingers, mingling with citrus zest and a hint of almond as warmth fades into a polished, velvety echo that lingers on the palate.
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