The Whistler The Good, The Bad and The Smoky Boann Distillery Irish Blended Malt Whiskey 48%

Boann Distillery blends campfire, herbs and malt in this smoky release from The Whistler brand, made for those who love smoke but won't compromise on balance.

Expert Review

The Whistler The Good, The Bad and The Smoky is a Blended Irish Malt Whiskey matured in ex-bourbon casks and finished in smoky quarter casks, bottled at 48%.

The whiskey is a characterful release from the innovative Boann Distillery, where the base maturation in ex-bourbon casks is followed by a smoky finish in quarter casks that previously held heavily peated whiskey. The combination gives a pronounced yet balanced smoke profile that sets it apart from most other Irish whiskeys. The whiskey is non-chill filtered.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Fine, rounded smoke with sweetness and a hint of salt.

Palate

Warm campfire embers, fresh herbs and malt sweetness, rounded off with a touch of caramel.

Finish

Long and persistent, with distinct smoke notes and spiced warmth.

Specifications

Name: The Whistler The Good, The Bad and The Smoky
Distillery: The Whistler / Boann Distillery
Region/Country: Ireland
Type: Blended Irish Malt Whiskey
ABV: 48%
Size: 70 CL
Cask type: Ex-bourbon & smoky quarter casks
Non-chill filtered: Yes
EAN no.: 5391528252435

Flavour Profile

Smoky · Spiced · Herbal · Malt-sweet · Balanced

Did You Know?

Boann Distillery is located in the Meath area north of Dublin, named after the River Boyne, and is among the newer Irish distilleries experimenting with unconventional cask profiles such as smoke finishes.

Frequently Asked Questions about The Whistler The Good, The Bad and The Smoky

What does The Whistler The Good, The Bad and The Smoky taste like?

It offers fine, rounded smoke with sweetness and salt on the nose, warm embers and malt sweetness on the palate, and a long, spiced finish with distinct smoke notes.

What is a "smoky quarter cask finish"?

It means that after its base maturation in ex-bourbon casks, the whiskey is finished in smaller casks that previously held heavily peated whiskey.

Who is behind The Whistler brand?

The Whistler is produced by Boann Distillery in the Meath area north of Dublin.

Is The Whistler The Good, The Bad and The Smoky as smoky as an Islay whisky?

The smoke profile is pronounced but described by the distillery as balanced rather than overwhelming.

How should The Whistler The Good, The Bad and The Smoky be served?

Neat, with a few drops of water, or alongside lightly smoked dishes.

Does The Whistler The Good, The Bad and The Smoky make a good gift?

Yes, its unique smoke profile makes it an exciting gift for the whiskey adventurer.