Redbreast Lustau Edition
Single Pot Still Irish Whiskey
46% ABV
$70
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What the Distillery Says
A unique collaboration between the Bodegas Lustau and the Midleton Distillery, Redbreast Lustau Edition is made from a mash of malted and unmalted barley and then triple distilled in copper pot stills. Having spent its final maturation journey in casks seasoned with the finest Oloroso Sherry in the Bodegas Lustau, the result is the ultimate sherried style of Redbreast.
Nose: Rich infusion of dark fruits, prunes, dates and figs with liquorice, marzipan, toasted oak and aromatic spices.
Taste: Silky smooth Pot Still; assertive spices balanced with richness of the sherry finish and contribution of fresh Spanish Oak.
Finish: Endless. Sweetness and assorted spices endure while Oloroso Sherry and Spanish Oak have the last word.
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What Gary Says
Nose: Rich with raisins, cherries, plus, dates, baked goods, a hint of anise, toasted oak, freshly grated nutmeg.
Palate: Rich mouthfeel, smooth entry with raisins, luxardo cherries, ripe peaches with a dusting of cinnamon.
Finish: Moderately long with lingering fruit sweetness and spices.
Comments: Redbreast 12 Year Cask Strength was the first Irish whiskey I really loved (and still one of my favorites). I first tried Redbreast 12 Year in 2004 or 2005. I liked sweet (Crown Royal neat was my drink of choice at the time), and a server recommended it. I did enjoy it, but not enough to seek it out at the time. I enjoy this quite a bit – nice mouthfeel and fruit notes. Another shining example of what a higher ABV and non-chill filtering brings to the table. This takes water well, but doesn’t need it. If you’re a fan of Redbreast, I’d consider this a Must Try.