Two Stacks takes its name from two chimneys at an old railway works in Derry, where the brand once started as a garage-based dream. Fruit Drops is the most fruit-driven bottle in the portfolio.

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Two Stacks Fruit Drops Apple Brandy Cask Finish is an Irish Whiskey finished in apple brandy casks, bottled at 50%.

Two Stacks is an independent Irish bottler that sources and finishes whiskey from several distilleries rather than distilling itself. Fruit Drops is finished in apple brandy casks, adding a clear fruitiness and a light sweetness that ties spice and apple character together into a lively, complex flavour experience.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Fresh apple and a touch of brandy sweetness.

Palate

Sweet and fruity, with spiced nuances that add depth.

Finish

Lively and lingering, with a distinct cask influence from the apple brandy.

Specifications

Name: Two Stacks Fruit Drops Apple Brandy Cask Finish Irish Whiskey
Distillery: Two Stacks
Region/Country: Ireland
Type: Irish Whiskey
ABV: 50%
Size: 70 CL
Cask type: Apple brandy casks
Edition: Fruit Drops

Flavour Profile

Fruity · Sweet · Spiced · Lively · Complex

Did You Know?

Two Stacks was founded by two friends who began experimenting with cask finishing in a garage in Derry, before the brand grew into one of Ireland's most experimental independent bottlers.
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The first draw from a new cask is called "the first cut", the best, most concentrated result of the whole process. The name is no coincidence for this signature blend from Two Stacks.

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Two Stacks The First Cut Signature Blend is a Blended Irish Whiskey matured in Virgin Oak, Bourbon and Oloroso Sherry Butts, bottled at 43%.

The whiskey combines malt, grain and pot still whiskey, each drawn from carefully selected, rich casks. The combination of Virgin Oak, Bourbon and Oloroso Sherry Butts gives a rich, complex yet balanced flavour that represents Two Stacks' signature style as an independent bottler.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Rich and full, with spiced oak and ripe fruit notes.

Palate

Complex, with layers of malt, grain and pot still character playing together.

Finish

Balanced and lingering, with a dry, spiced close.

Specifications

Name: Two Stacks The First Cut Signature Blend Irish Whiskey
Distillery: Two Stacks
Region/Country: Ireland
Type: Blended Irish Whiskey
ABV: 43%
Size: 70 CL
Cask type: Virgin Oak, Bourbon casks & Oloroso Sherry Butts
Non-chill filtered: Yes
Natural colour: Yes
Edition: Signature Blend
EAN no.: 5060560960119

Flavour Profile

Rich · Complex · Spiced · Balanced · Full-bodied

Did You Know?

The name "The First Cut" refers to the best, most concentrated draw from the distillation process, an image reflecting the ambition to bring together the best of several whiskey types in one bottle.
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Master Distiller Noel Sweeney has used his nose to find the precise balance where the sherry cask adds spice without overpowering the underlying single malt.

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Tyrconnell 10 Year Old Sherry Finish is a Single Malt Irish Whiskey matured in American oak and finished in sherry casks, bottled at 46%.

The whiskey matures for nearly ten years in American oak, after which it is finished for its final months in sherry casks. The goal is an elegant rounding-off rather than a heavy sherry character, requiring precision in how long the whiskey is left in the sherry casks. It is non-chill filtered, which preserves more flavour nuances but also means the whiskey can turn slightly hazy when water or ice is added. The bottle is presented in a metal gift tube.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Malt and sherry sweetness, with a touch of dried fruit.

Palate

Elegant and rounded, with notes of nuts and light spice.

Finish

Medium, soft and lightly sherry-driven.

Specifications

Name: Tyrconnell 10 Year Old Sherry Finish
Distillery: Tyrconnell
Region/Country: Ireland
Type: Single Malt Irish Whiskey
Age: 10 years
ABV: 46%
Size: 70 CL
Cask type: American oak with sherry finish
Non-chill filtered: Yes
Other: Presented in a metal gift tube
EAN no.: 5099357005603

Flavour Profile

Elegant · Malty · Lightly sherry-driven · Nutty · Soft

Did You Know?

Tyrconnell is named after a horse that won a famous race in Ireland in 1876 as a major underdog, a story the brand still tells on its labels.
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Tyrconnell Double Distilled Irish Single Malt is an award-winning classic with a soft texture and a lovely combination of citrus, honey and vanilla.

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Tyrconnell Double Distilled Irish Single Malt Whiskey is a Double Distilled Irish Single Malt Whiskey, bottled at 43%.

The whiskey has all the expected characteristic traits of a traditional whiskey, but stands out from the crowd with its soft texture. The notes consist of a lovely combination of citrus, honey, caramel, vanilla, orange and a discreet hint of chocolate.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Citrus and honey.

Palate

Caramel, vanilla and orange with a discreet hint of chocolate.

Finish

Soft and rounded.

Specifications

Name: Tyrconnell Double Distilled
Distillery: Tyrconnell
Region/Country: Ireland
Type: Double Distilled Irish Single Malt Whiskey
ABV: 43%
Size: 70 CL
EAN no.: 5099357091422

Flavour Profile

Citrusy · Honeyed · Caramel · Soft · Rounded

Did You Know?

Tyrconnell Double Distilled is an award-winning classic whiskey, known for its soft texture.
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Three styles, one bottle. Uais is Ahascragh Distillery's attempt to gather the core of Irish whiskey into a single glass, and the name means "noble" in Irish.

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Uais The Triple Blend is a Blended Irish Whiskey combining Pot Still, Single Malt and Grain Whiskey, matured in Ex-Bourbon and Virgin Oak casks, bottled at 43%.

The blend consists of 25% Pot Still, 25% Single Malt and 50% Grain Whiskey, representing the three core styles of Irish whiskey in a single bottle. It is bottled non-chill filtered and with natural colour, letting the character of the casks come through clearly.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Soft grain and vanilla meet a touch of fresh oak from the Virgin Oak cask.

Palate

Round and lightly spiced, with the pot still character clearly present behind the soft grain sweetness.

Finish

Medium length, with a dry, oak-driven close.

Specifications

Name: Uais The Triple Blend Irish Whiskey
Distillery: Ahascragh Distillery
Region/Country: County Galway, Ireland
Type: Blended Irish Whiskey
ABV: 43%
Size: 70 CL
Cask type: Ex-Bourbon casks & Virgin Oak casks
Non-chill filtered: Yes
Natural colour: Yes
EAN no.: 5391539220133

Flavour Profile

Grain sweetness · Round · Lightly spiced · Oak-driven · Balanced

Did You Know?

The name Uais means "noble" in Irish and was chosen because the blend is meant as a tribute to all three classic Irish whiskey styles at once.
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From the stage to the bottle. Volbeat brought their outlaw theme into the world of whiskey, and the result was created together with one of Ireland's most experienced distilleries.

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Volbeat Outlaw Gentlemen Whiskey 4 Year Old is a Triple Distilled Irish Whiskey, bottled at 40%.

The whiskey was created in partnership between Danish rock band Volbeat and Great Northern Distillery in Dundalk, County Louth. Michael Poulsen, the band's frontman, travelled to the distillery himself to help construct the blend, reflecting the band's love of both music and strong spirits. The bottle's design and branding draw on the band's outlaw aesthetic and musical heritage.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Caramel and vanilla, with a light touch of spice.

Palate

Rich and full, with a balance of sweetness and complexity.

Finish

Medium length, warm and lightly spiced.

Specifications

Name: Volbeat Outlaw Gentlemen Whiskey
Distillery: Great Northern Distillery
Region/Country: County Louth, Ireland
Type: Triple Distilled Irish Whiskey
Age: 4 years
ABV: 40%
Size: 70 CL
EAN no.: 5700002261922

Flavour Profile

Caramel · Vanilla-forward · Lightly spiced · Round · Full-bodied

Did You Know?

Volbeat launched their own spirits brand, Volbeat Spirits, in 2016, and Outlaw Gentlemen Whiskey is a celebration of the band's musical legacy, meant to be enjoyed slowly while listening to the band's own music.
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The world's first biodynamically produced whisky is born from fields where the barley is grown by the rhythm of the moon and without artificial fertiliser. Waterford calls the series Arcadian, a tribute to nature's own order.

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Waterford Biodynamic Luna 1.1 is an Irish Single Malt Whisky made from organically and biodynamically grown barley, bottled at 50%.

The bottle belongs to Waterford Distillery's Arcadian series, where the barley is grown without artificial fertiliser or pesticides, following biodynamic farming principles. Luna 1.1 is highlighted by the distillery as the world's first biodynamically produced whisky. The cask programme consists of 35% first fill American oak, 17% new oak, 26% French oak and 22% oak casks that previously held sweet wine such as port and amarone. As with the rest of Waterford's releases, the bottle's origin can be traced via a code on the label.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Floral and lightly earthy, with ripe fruit and a touch of red wine.

Palate

Full and round, with port wine sweetness and lightly spiced oak.

Finish

Soft and lingering, with persistent fruit sweetness.

Specifications

Name: Waterford Biodynamic Luna 1.1
Distillery: Waterford Distillery
Region/Country: Waterford, Ireland
Type: Irish Single Malt Whisky
ABV: 50%
Size: 70 CL
Cask type: American oak, new oak, French oak & sweet wine casks (port and amarone)
Non-chill filtered: Yes
Natural colour: Yes
Edition: Arcadian, Biodynamic Luna 1.1
EAN no.: 5391536631383

Flavour Profile

Floral · Fruity · Round · Port sweetness · Soft

Did You Know?

Biodynamic farming follows a calendar based on the movements of the moon and planets, a method that originated in winemaking and which Waterford was among the first to bring to whisky production.
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On the tip of the Hook Head peninsula in County Wexford grows the barley that shapes this bottle's entire identity. Waterford Distillery calls it terroir, the idea that the land itself comes through in the glass.

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Waterford Hook Head Edition 1.1 is a Single Farm Origin Irish Single Malt Whisky matured across four cask types, bottled at 50%.

The bottle belongs to Waterford Distillery's Single Farm Origin series, where each release is made from barley grown on a single farm, in this case the Hook Head farm. The cask programme consists of 46% first fill American oak, 22% new oak, 15% French oak and 17% oak casks that previously held sweet wine such as sherry and marsala. Every bottle carries a code that can be entered on the distillery's website to trace the full production history and origin.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Fresh grain and citrus, with a touch of sweetness from the wine casks.

Palate

Mineral-driven and lively, with layers of oak and a light wine-driven character.

Finish

Clean and dry, with a lingering grain sweetness.

Specifications

Name: Waterford Hook Head Edition 1.1
Distillery: Waterford Distillery
Region/Country: Waterford, Ireland
Type: Single Farm Origin Irish Single Malt Whisky
ABV: 50%
Size: 70 CL
Cask type: American oak, new oak, French oak & sweet wine casks (sherry and marsala)
Non-chill filtered: Yes
Natural colour: Yes
Edition: Single Farm Origin, Hook Head 1.1
EAN no.: 5391536630843

Flavour Profile

Mineral · Grain-forward · Lively · Lightly wine-driven · Clean

Did You Know?

Waterford Distillery is among the few Irish producers that deliberately spell their product "whisky" in the Scottish style rather than the Irish "whiskey", as part of their wine-inspired approach to the craft.
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On the shore of a lake in south-east Ireland lies the Lakefield farm, whose barley forms another chapter in Waterford's story of land and flavour.

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Waterford Lakefield Edition 1.1 is a Single Farm Origin Irish Single Malt Whisky made from barley grown on the Lakefield farm, bottled at 50%.

The bottle belongs to Waterford Distillery's Single Farm Origin series, where each release is made from barley grown on a single farm. Here the source is Lakefield, a farm situated in the Irish countryside that supplies the grain the distillery believes carries its own distinct flavour signature. The cask programme consists of 6% first fill American oak, 23% new oak, 15% French oak and 16% oak casks that previously held sweet wine such as port and marsala. The back of the bottle carries a traceability code showing the full production history.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Light and fresh, with green apples and freshly baked bread.

Palate

Lively and spiced, with notes of oak and a light wine-driven sweetness.

Finish

Short to medium, clean and dry.

Specifications

Name: Waterford Lakefield Edition 1.1
Distillery: Waterford Distillery
Region/Country: Waterford, Ireland
Type: Single Farm Origin Irish Single Malt Whisky
ABV: 50%
Size: 70 CL
Cask type: American oak, new oak, French oak & sweet wine casks (port and marsala)
Non-chill filtered: Yes
Natural colour: Yes
Edition: Single Farm Origin, Lakefield 1.1
EAN no.: 5391536630867

Flavour Profile

Fresh · Apple-forward · Spiced · Lightly wine-driven · Clean

Did You Know?

Every Single Farm Origin release from Waterford carries the name of the specific farm the barley comes from, so drinkers can taste the difference from field to field.
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Gaia is the name of the earth goddess, and it is also the name of Waterford's organic base series. Here it is all about fields free of pesticides and artificial fertiliser.

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Waterford Organic Gaia 2.1 is an Irish Single Malt Whisky made from 100% organically grown barley, bottled at 50%.

The bottle belongs to Waterford Distillery's Arcadian series, where the barley is grown without artificial fertiliser or pesticides. The Gaia releases form the organic branch of the series, while the Luna releases are both organic and biodynamic. The cask programme for Gaia 2.1 consists of 39% first fill American oak, 17% new oak, 19% French oak and 25% oak casks that previously held sweet wine such as port and marsala. As with Waterford's other releases, a traceability code appears on the label.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Green and grainy, with a touch of honey and dried fruit.

Palate

Round and spiced, with notes of marsala and toasted oak.

Finish

Medium length and dry, with a lingering spice note.

Specifications

Name: Waterford Organic Gaia 2.1
Distillery: Waterford Distillery
Region/Country: Waterford, Ireland
Type: Irish Single Malt Whisky
ABV: 50%
Size: 70 CL
Cask type: American oak, new oak, French oak & sweet wine casks (port and marsala)
Non-chill filtered: Yes
Natural colour: Yes
Edition: Arcadian, Organic Gaia 2.1
EAN no.: 5391536631321

Flavour Profile

Green · Grainy · Spiced · Marsala-driven · Dry

Did You Know?

Gaia is named after the Greek goddess of the earth, a name Waterford chose to underline the connection between organic farming and the whisky's flavour.
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Where the Single Farm Origin series is about one farm, The Cuvée is the exact opposite: a collection of Ireland's finest fields brought together in a single bottle.

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Waterford The Cuvée is an Irish Single Malt Whisky assembled from barley grown on numerous Irish farms, bottled at 50%.

The bottle belongs to Waterford Distillery's Cuvées series, where the whisky is assembled from distillates sourced from many different Irish fields rather than a single farm. The distillery itself describes the release as its "grand assemblage", a combined showcase of the many terroir expressions Waterford works with. As with Waterford's other releases, a traceability code on the label gives access to the production data for that bottle.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Layered and rich, with grain, citrus and a touch of honey.

Palate

Complex and layered, with shifting notes of fruit, oak and spice.

Finish

Long and warm, with a dry, grainy close.

Specifications

Name: Waterford The Cuvée
Distillery: Waterford Distillery
Region/Country: Waterford, Ireland
Type: Irish Single Malt Whisky
ABV: 50%
Size: 70 CL
Non-chill filtered: Yes
Natural colour: Yes
Edition: Cuvées, The Cuvée
EAN no.: 5391536631208

Flavour Profile

Complex · Layered · Grain-rich · Spiced · Warm

Did You Know?

The word "cuvée" comes from the world of wine and denotes a blend of grapes or, in this case, of barley from different fields, assembled to achieve a particular flavour profile.
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West Cork Rum Cask Finished Single Malt Irish Whiskey – 70 cl, 46%

West Cork Rum Cask Finished Single Malt Irish Whiskey is an elegant Irish single malt that combines traditional bourbon maturation with an exotic rum cask finish. This whiskey is part of West Cork’s acclaimed Maritime Range, where each release reflects the distillery’s craftsmanship and innovation.

The whiskey is initially matured in first-fill bourbon casks, providing a base of classic flavors such as vanilla and caramel. It is then finished in rum casks from Consorcio Licorero Nacional, adding a tropical character and rich depth to the flavor profile.

Aroma: Sweet notes of honey and vanilla with hints of caramel and chocolate. Fruity tones balance between fresh and dried fruits.

Taste: Roasted notes of coffee, toasted bread, and dark chocolate come through clearly, followed by a dry and well-balanced finish.

Distillery: West Cork Distillers
Name: Rum Cask Finished Single Malt – Maritime Range
Type: Irish Single Malt Whiskey
Cask type: First Fill Bourbon & Consorcio Licorero Nacional Rum Casks
ABV: 46%
Filtration: Non-chill filtered
Colour: Natural colour
Volume: 70 cl
Other: Part of the West Cork Maritime Release series

Off the coast of West Cork the Atlantic runs grey and restless, and it was here that two of the distillery's founders once hauled nets for a living, long before they swapped trawlers for copper pot stills. That same maritime spirit gives its name to the series this bottle belongs to.

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West Cork Sherry Cask Finished Maritime Release is an Irish Single Malt Whiskey matured in first fill Bourbon casks and finished in Bodegas Baron Sherry casks, bottled at 46%.

The bottle belongs to West Cork Distillers' Maritime Range, a series built as a tribute to the founders' years at sea. The whiskey is triple distilled from Irish malted barley and rests first in ex-Bourbon casks, picking up soft vanilla sweetness, before moving to Spanish Sherry casks for a finish that adds depth and dried fruit character.

The bottle itself is shaped like an old glass fishing float, the kind fishermen once used to keep their nets afloat, and the spout sits deliberately off-centre for a smoother pour. A small but deliberate design touch that ties the story to what is in the glass.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Stewed prunes and dried fig meet a touch of sherry and a soft vanilla sweetness that settles over everything.

Palate

Sweet to start, with caramel and raisins, before spice steps in and pulls the flavour toward a peppery finish.

Finish

Dry, with a lingering spiced edge, rounded off by soft oak.

Specifications

Name: West Cork Sherry Cask Finished Maritime Release Single Malt Irish Whiskey
Distillery: West Cork Distillers
Region/Country: County Cork, Ireland
Type: Irish Single Malt Whiskey
ABV: 46%
Size: 70 CL
Cask type: 1st fill Bourbon casks & Bodegas Baron Sherry casks
Edition: Maritime Range
EAN no.: 5391524716085

Flavour Profile

Sherry-matured · Sweet · Fruity · Spiced · Rounded

Did You Know?

West Cork Distillers was founded in 2003 by three childhood friends from the West Cork area. Two of them had spent years at sea as fishermen, and it is that background that gave both name and shape to the entire Maritime Range this bottle belongs to.
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Only 5,175 bottles in the whole world is rare for an Irish whiskey without it becoming a gimmick. Writers Tears 2018 Vintage Cask Strength is exactly the kind of rarity that speaks for itself.

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Writers Tears 2018 Cask Strength is a Pot Still Irish Whiskey composed from the finest casks of the 2018 vintage, bottled at full cask strength of 53%.

The whiskey comes from Walsh Whiskey, the brand behind Writers Tears, named after Ireland's long literary tradition. This vintage edition is bottled straight from the cask without dilution, giving a more concentrated, intense version of the classic Writers Tears style, and with only 5,175 bottles worldwide it is among the most sought-after in the brand's portfolio.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Rich and full, with ripe fruit and a touch of spice.

Palate

Intense and complex, with the classic spiced fullness of pot still character clearly present.

Finish

Long and warm, with lingering fruit and oak.

Specifications

Name: Writers Tears 2018 Cask Strength Pot Still Irish Whiskey
Distillery: Walsh Whiskey
Region/Country: Ireland
Type: Pot Still Irish Whiskey
ABV: 53%
Size: 70 CL
Number of bottles: 5,175
Edition: 2018 Vintage, Cask Strength

Flavour Profile

Intense · Spiced · Cask strength · Full-bodied · Complex

Investment Potential

Low to medium — as a limited vintage release with only 5,175 bottles worldwide, Writers Tears 2018 Cask Strength may appreciate in value over time among pot still whiskey collectors.

Did You Know?

The name Writers Tears is a tribute to Ireland's great literary heritage, with authors such as James Joyce and Oscar Wilde historically having a close relationship with whiskey as a companion during the writing process.
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Writers Tears Cask Strength 2023 is an earlier vintage bottling from Walsh Whiskey Distillery, uniting matured single pot still and single malt whiskey.

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Writers Tears Cask Strength 2023 Irish Whiskey is a Pot & Malt Irish Whiskey, bottled at 54.8%.

This edition from Walsh Whiskey Distillery unites matured single pot still and single malt whiskey, matured in bourbon casks. Each year, only specially selected casks are chosen for this benchmark within super premium cask strength Irish whiskey, making the 2023 edition one of the rare Irish whiskeys at cask strength.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Deep and complex with pot still character.

Palate

Powerful and full-bodied from the cask strength.

Finish

Long and intense.

Specifications

Name: Writers Tears Cask Strength 2023
Distillery: Walsh Whiskey
Region/Country: Ireland
Type: Pot & Malt Irish Whiskey
Vintage: Bottled 2023
Cask: Bourbon Cask
Bottles: 6050
ABV: 54.8%
Size: 70 CL
Other: Triple Distilled, Un-chillfiltered
EAN no.: 5099811090978

Flavour Profile

Powerful · Complex · Full-bodied · Intense · Exclusive

Did You Know?

Only 6050 bottles of Writers Tears Cask Strength 2023 were produced.
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Writers Tears Cask Strength 2024 is an outstanding vintage bottling from Walsh Whiskey Distillery, uniting matured single pot still and single malt whiskey.

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Writers Tears Cask Strength 2024 Limited Edition Irish Whiskey is a Pot & Malt Irish Whiskey, bottled at 54.5%.

Walsh Whiskey Distillery is renowned for its first-class Irish whiskeys and has quickly earned a prominent place in the market. This outstanding vintage bottling unites matured single pot still and single malt whiskey and impresses with its depth and flavour. Each year, only specially selected casks are chosen for this benchmark within super premium cask strength Irish whiskey. This edition is one of the rare Irish whiskeys at cask strength, matured in first-class American oak barrels.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Deep and complex with pot still character.

Palate

Powerful and full-bodied from the cask strength.

Finish

Long and intense.

Specifications

Name: Writers Tears Cask Strength 2024
Distillery: Walsh Whiskey
Region/Country: Ireland
Type: Pot & Malt Irish Whiskey
Vintage: Bottled 2024
Cask: American Oak Barrels
ABV: 54.5%
Size: 70 CL
Other: Triple Distilled, Limited Edition, Un-chillfiltered
EAN no.: 5391542860203

Flavour Profile

Powerful · Complex · Full-bodied · Intense · Exclusive

Did You Know?

Each year, only a small number of specially selected casks are chosen for the Writers Tears Cask Strength series.
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Writers Tears Cask Strength 2025 is an outstanding vintage bottling from Walsh Whiskey Distillery, uniting matured single pot still and single malt whiskey.

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Writers Tears Cask Strength 2025 Limited Edition Irish Whiskey is a Pot & Malt Irish Whiskey, bottled at 54.9%.

Walsh Whiskey Distillery is renowned for its first-class Irish whiskeys and has quickly earned a prominent place in the market. This outstanding vintage bottling unites matured single pot still and single malt whiskey and impresses with its depth and flavour. Each year, only specially selected casks are chosen for this benchmark within super premium cask strength Irish whiskey. This edition is one of the rare Irish whiskeys at cask strength, matured in first-class American oak barrels.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Deep and complex with pot still character.

Palate

Powerful and full-bodied from the cask strength.

Finish

Long and intense.

Specifications

Name: Writers Tears Cask Strength 2025
Distillery: Walsh Whiskey
Region/Country: Ireland
Type: Pot & Malt Irish Whiskey
Vintage: Bottled 2025
Cask: American Oak Barrels
Bottles: 1200
ABV: 54.9%
Size: 70 CL
Other: Triple Distilled, Limited Edition, Un-chillfiltered

Flavour Profile

Powerful · Complex · Full-bodied · Intense · Exclusive

Did You Know?

Only 1200 bottles of Writers Tears Cask Strength 2025 were produced.
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The core bottling in the Writers Tears range is also one of its most elegant: a pot still whiskey with a long, refined finish that gave the brand its name.

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Writers Tears Copper Pot Irish Whiskey is a Pot Still Irish Whiskey matured in ex-bourbon American oak casks, bottled at 40%.

The whiskey combines pot still and single malt whiskey and is distilled in traditional copper pot stills, hence the name "Copper Pot". The flavour is gently spiced with a hint of ginger and caramel, along with notes of toasted oak, and the finish is known for being long and elegant. Copper Pot is the distillery's core release and represents the classic Writers Tears style.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Soft grain and ginger, with a hint of vanilla.

Palate

Gently spiced, with caramel and toasted oak.

Finish

Long and elegant, with lingering spice.

Specifications

Name: Writers Tears Copper Pot
Distillery: Writers Tears
Region/Country: Ireland
Type: Pot Still Irish Whiskey
ABV: 40%
Size: 70 CL
Cask type: Ex-bourbon American oak casks
EAN no.: 5099811905739

Flavour Profile

Spiced · Grain-sweet · Elegant · Toasted oak · Soft

Did You Know?

The name "Writers Tears" pays tribute to Ireland's great literary tradition, where whiskey was often a faithful companion during the writing process for names like James Joyce and Brendan Behan.
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Writers Tears Double Oak combines two classic cask types from two different countries – American bourbon and French cognac – in one whiskey.

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Writers Tears Double Oak Irish Whiskey is an Irish Whiskey, bottled at 46%.

The whiskey has matured in American Oak Bourbon casks from Kentucky and French Cognac casks from the Cognac region of France. This double cask maturation gives Writers Tears Double Oak a unique combination of bourbon's sweetness and cognac's elegant, fruity depth, setting it apart from Writers Tears' more classic releases.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Vanilla and a hint of fruit.

Palate

Bourbon sweetness combined with cognac elegance.

Finish

Soft and fruity.

Specifications

Name: Writers Tears Double Oak
Distillery: Writers Tears
Region/Country: Ireland
Type: Irish Whiskey
Cask: Oak Bourbon (Kentucky) & Cognac Casks (Cognac, France)
ABV: 46%
Size: 70 CL
EAN no.: 5099811906477

Flavour Profile

Fruity · Vanilla-forward · Elegant · Soft · Complex

Did You Know?

The name Writers Tears pays tribute to Ireland's great literary tradition, where whiskey and writing have historically had a close connection.
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With only 375 bottles worldwide, this is one of the rarest releases from Writers Tears, refined by a finish in Sicilian marsala wine casks.

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Writers Tears Marsala Cask Finish is an Irish Whiskey finished in Marsala wine casks, bottled at 45%.

The whiskey builds on Writers Tears' classic style and is further refined through a finish in casks that previously held Marsala, the sweet, fortified wine from Sicily. The finish adds an extra layer of sweetness and complexity to the whiskey. With only 375 bottles worldwide, this is a rare release from the brand.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Sweet wine and dried fruit, with a touch of nut.

Palate

Round and complex, with marsala sweetness and a spiced base character.

Finish

Medium, with lingering wine-driven sweetness.

Specifications

Name: Writers Tears Marsala Cask Finish
Distillery: Writers Tears
Region/Country: Ireland
Type: Irish Whiskey with Marsala wine finish
ABV: 45%
Size: 70 CL
Cask type: Marsala wine casks
Other: Only 375 bottles worldwide

Flavour Profile

Wine-driven · Sweet · Complex · Spiced · Dried fruit

Investment Potential

With only 375 bottles worldwide, this is a rare release that may hold collector interest. Whisky.dk always recommends valuing a bottle for its own enjoyment rather than as an investment object.

Did You Know?

Marsala is a fortified wine from Sicily, traditionally used in cooking but increasingly also used for finish maturation of whisky due to its characteristic sweetness and nutty tones.
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Writers Tears Copper Pot in miniature format is the perfect introduction to the gently spiced, elegant whiskey from Walsh Whiskey.

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Writers Tears Miniature Copper Pot Irish Whiskey is a Pot Still Irish Whiskey, bottled at 40%.

The whiskey has matured in ex-bourbon American oak casks and is subsequently bottled at 40% ABV. The flavour is gently spiced with a hint of ginger and caramel, with notes of toasted oak. The finish is long and elegant.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Ginger and caramel.

Palate

Gently spiced with toasted oak.

Finish

Long and elegant.

Specifications

Name: Writers Tears Copper Pot
Distillery: Walsh Whiskey
Region/Country: Ireland
Type: Pot Still Irish Whiskey
Cask: Ex-Bourbon American Oak Casks
ABV: 40%
Size: 5 CL
EAN no.: 5099811905920

Flavour Profile

Spiced · Caramel · Oaky · Elegant · Soft

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This miniature is a great way to get acquainted with Writers Tears Copper Pot before investing in a full bottle.
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A full bottle can be a big decision, but Writers Tears Double Oak in a 5cl miniature is the perfect way to get acquainted with the award-winning Irish whiskey without commitment.

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Writers Tears Miniature Double Oak Irish Whiskey is a blended Irish Whiskey of pot still and single malt, matured in two cask types, bottled at 46% in a small 5cl bottle.

Double Oak is the Irish whiskey brand Writers Tears' signature release, a blend of pot still and single malt whiskey first matured in bourbon casks and then finished in French oak casks from Bordeaux. This 5cl miniature is intended for tasting, gifting, or taking on the go, and contains exactly the same whiskey as the standard 70cl bottle.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Honey, caramel and a touch of red wine.

Palate

Full and spiced, with notes of dried fruit and oak.

Finish

Long and warm, with lingering spice.

Specifications

Name: Writers Tears Miniature Double Oak
Region/Country: Ireland
Type: Blended Irish Whiskey
ABV: 46%
Size: 5 CL
Cask type: Bourbon & French oak casks (Bordeaux)
EAN no.: 5099811190753

Flavour Profile

Full · Spiced · Honeyed · Fruity · Warm

Did You Know?

The name "Writers Tears" pays tribute to Ireland's great literary tradition, where whiskey was often a faithful companion during the writing process for names like James Joyce and Brendan Behan.
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Writers Tears Miniature Gift Set lets you taste three different Irish Whiskeys from Writers Tears in one set – Copper Pot, Cask Strength and Double Oak.

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Writers Tears Miniature Gift Set Irish Whiskey is a Blended Irish Whiskey set consisting of three 5 cl bottles, with strengths ranging from 40% to 53%.

The set includes Writers Tears Copper Pot, matured in ex-bourbon American oak casks and bottled at 40%. The palate is gently spiced with a hint of ginger and caramel, notes of toasted oak, and a long, elegant finish. It also includes Writers Tears Cask Strength, an exceptional marriage of Single Pot Still and Single Malt Irish Whiskey, selected each year by Founder and Master Distiller Bernard Walsh from a handful of casks – triple distilled, non-chill filtered and bottled at a full 53%. Finally, the set includes Writers Double Oak, a blend of Single Pot Still and Single Malt whiskey, matured in both ex-bourbon casks from Kentucky and French cognac casks, triple distilled, non-chill filtered and bottled at 46%.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Spiced with ginger, caramel and toasted oak.

Palate

Full-bodied and complex, with variation between the three whiskeys in the set.

Finish

Long and elegant.

Specifications

Name: Writers Tears Miniature Gift Set
Distillery: Walsh Whiskey
Region/Country: Ireland
Type: Blended Irish Whiskey (3 x 5 cl set)
Contents: Copper Pot, Cask Strength, Double Oak
ABV: 40% to 53%
Size: 3 x 5 CL
Other: Non-chill filtered

Flavour Profile

Spiced · Caramel · Elegant · Complex · Versatile

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Writers Tears Miniature Gift Set is the perfect way to taste the full range of the Writers Tears family without investing in three full bottles.
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The ruby red colour is no coincidence, but a direct result of the finest Oloroso sherry casks the whiskey has been allowed to rest in.

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Writers Tears Red Head is a Single Malt Irish Whiskey matured in Oloroso sherry casks, bottled at cask strength 46%.

The whiskey is matured in some of the finest Oloroso sherry casks, giving it a beautiful ruby red colour and a deep, sherry-driven flavour profile. Red Head is a triple distilled single malt, a production method that gives a clean, rounded base character before the sherry casks add depth and complexity.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Sherry sweetness and dried fruit, with a ruby-red depth.

Palate

Round and full, with raisin, nut and a touch of spice.

Finish

Long and warm, with lingering sherry character.

Specifications

Name: Writers Tears Red Head
Distillery: Writers Tears
Region/Country: Ireland
Type: Triple Distilled Single Malt Irish Whiskey
ABV: 46%
Size: 70 CL
Cask type: Oloroso Sherry casks
EAN no.: 5099811906156

Flavour Profile

Sherry-driven · Ruby red · Round · Nutty · Warm

Did You Know?

The name "Writers Tears" pays tribute to Ireland's great literary tradition, where whiskey was often a faithful companion during the writing process for names like James Joyce and Brendan Behan.
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A seductive aroma of candied sweetness, apples and orchards in full bloom greets you when the bottle is opened, a tribute to Ireland's proud literary and whiskey culture heritage.

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Writers Tears Single Pot Still is a Single Pot Still Irish Whiskey, where both malted and unmalted barley are distilled in traditional copper pot stills, bottled at 46%.

The whiskey combines the pot still process's full, spiced character with a velvety sweetness from candied Pedro Ximénez, giving a complex and refined experience. The Single Pot Still style is one of the most characteristic for Irish whiskey, and this release is intended for both the seasoned whiskey connoisseur and anyone seeking a flavour experience beyond the ordinary.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Candied sweetness, toffee and apples.

Palate

Round and lightly chewy, with spiced pot still notes and a sweetness from Pedro Ximénez.

Finish

Long and complex, with a warming sensation.

Specifications

Name: Writers Tears Single Pot Still
Distillery: Writers Tears
Region/Country: Ireland
Type: Single Pot Still Irish Whiskey
ABV: 46%
Size: 70 CL
EAN no.: 5099811090862

Flavour Profile

Complex · Candied sweetness · Spiced · Velvety · Warming

Did You Know?

The name "Writers Tears" pays tribute to Ireland's great literary tradition, where whiskey was often a faithful companion during the writing process for names like James Joyce and Brendan Behan.
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A spiced meeting between Irish pot still tradition and Mexican agave gives this limited edition an exotic character rare for Irish whiskey.

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Writers Tears Tequila Cask Finish is a Single Pot Still Irish Whiskey finished in tequila casks, bottled at 47%.

The whiskey builds on the classic Irish pot still style and is finished in casks that previously held tequila. The finish adds a special, exotic character, where the full, spiced pot still notes combine with a light, fruity and spiced flavour from the tequila casks. The flavour develops with a subtle sweetness, a touch of citrus and a light agave close. The whiskey is a limited edition from the brand.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Spiced pot still with a touch of agave and citrus.

Palate

Full and complex, with subtle sweetness and fruity tones.

Finish

Pronounced and refreshing, with a light agave close.

Specifications

Name: Writers Tears Tequila Cask Finish
Distillery: Writers Tears
Region/Country: Ireland
Type: Single Pot Still Irish Whiskey
ABV: 47%
Size: 70 CL
Cask type: Tequila casks
Other: Limited Edition

Flavour Profile

Exotic · Spiced · Citrus-driven · Full-bodied · Fresh

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The name "Writers Tears" pays tribute to Ireland's great literary tradition, where whiskey was often a faithful companion during the writing process for names like James Joyce and Brendan Behan.
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Yellow Spot 12 Year Old is the aged sibling of Green Spot, where 12 years of maturation across three different cask types delivers a deeper, more complex whiskey.

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Yellow Spot 12 Year Old Pure Potstill Irish Whiskey is a Pure Potstill Irish Malt Whiskey, bottled at 46%.

The whiskey is triple distilled, non chill-filtered, and matured for 12 years across three different cask types: bourbon, sherry and Malaga casks. Like Green Spot, the name comes from Mitchell & Son of Dublin, where the family sold its own whiskey bottlings under colour codes such as Blue, Red, Yellow and Green Spot since 1887. The combination of the three cask types gives Yellow Spot a depth and complexity that sets it apart from the younger Green Spot.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Fruit, spice and a hint of Malaga wine.

Palate

Complex, with sherry and bourbon sweetness.

Finish

Long and spiced.

Specifications

Name: Yellow Spot
Distillery: Yellow Spot / Midleton
Region/Country: Ireland
Type: Pure Potstill Irish Malt Whiskey
Age: 12 years
Cask: Bourbon, Sherry and Malaga Casks
ABV: 46%
Size: 70 CL
Other: Non Chillfiltered
EAN no.: 5011007024475

Flavour Profile

Complex · Fruity · Spiced · Sherried · Deep

Did You Know?

Yellow Spot is named after the yellow colour mark that Mitchell & Son of Dublin used to tell their different whiskey bottlings apart.
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