The core of Willett's bourbon range, true to the family's classic style.

Expert description

Willett Kentucky Vintage Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey is the distillery's approachable core expression, bottled at 45%. The Willett Distilling Company was founded in 1936 by brothers Thompson and Johnny Willett, who built the distillery on the family farm in Bardstown and ran off their first batch of whiskey on 17 March 1937. The family's roots in American distilling go back to 1792, when William Willett Jr. settled in Nelson County, and the distillery remains family-owned and operated by Thompson Willett's grandchildren today.

Tasting notes

Nose

The nose is soft with caramel, vanilla and a hint of fruit.

Palate

The palate offers honey, brown sugar and light spice.

Finish

The finish is medium-length, soft and round.

Specifications

Name: Willett Kentucky Vintage Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Distillery: Willett Distillery
Region/Country: Bardstown, Kentucky, USA
Type: Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
ABV: 45%
Size: 70 CL

Flavour profile

Soft · Sweet · Round · Caramel

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A tribute to Bardstown, the town often called the bourbon capital of the world.

Expert description

Willett Old Bardstown 90 Proof Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey is named after the distillery's hometown, bottled at 45%. The Willett Distilling Company was founded in 1936 by brothers Thompson and Johnny Willett, who built the distillery on the family farm in Bardstown and ran off their first batch of whiskey on 17 March 1937. The family's roots in American distilling go back to 1792, when William Willett Jr. settled in Nelson County, and the distillery remains family-owned and operated by Thompson Willett's grandchildren today.

Tasting notes

Nose

The nose is soft with caramel, honey and a hint of grain.

Palate

The palate offers brown sugar, light spice and round sweetness.

Finish

The finish is medium-length, warm and fairly gentle.

Specifications

Name: Willett Old Bardstown 90 Proof Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Distillery: Willett Distillery
Region/Country: Bardstown, Kentucky, USA
Type: Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
ABV: 45%
Size: 70 CL

Flavour profile

Soft · Sweet · Round · Caramel

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The name honours Willett's past as a pot still distillery, long before column stills became the norm.

Expert description

Willett Pot Still Reserve Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey is named after the distillery's historic pot stills and is the house's balanced, easy-drinking expression, bottled at 47%. The Willett Distilling Company was founded in 1936 by brothers Thompson and Johnny Willett, who built the distillery on the family farm in Bardstown and ran off their first batch of whiskey on 17 March 1937. The family's roots in American distilling go back to 1792, when William Willett Jr. settled in Nelson County, and the distillery remains family-owned and operated by Thompson Willett's grandchildren today.

Tasting notes

Nose

The nose is soft with honey, caramel and a hint of vanilla.

Palate

The palate offers brown sugar, toasted wood and light sweetness.

Finish

The finish is medium-length, warm and round.

Specifications

Name: Willett Pot Still Reserve Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Distillery: Willett Distillery
Region/Country: Bardstown, Kentucky, USA
Type: Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
ABV: 47%
Size: 70 CL

Flavour profile

Soft · Vanilla-forward · Round · Sweet

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The Willett family's extra-aged bourbon, bottled at a high, undiluted strength.

Expert description

Willett Pure Kentucky XO Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey is an extra-mature edition of the house's Pure Kentucky series, bottled at 53.5%. The Willett Distilling Company was founded in 1936 by brothers Thompson and Johnny Willett, who built the distillery on the family farm in Bardstown and ran off their first batch of whiskey on 17 March 1937. The family's roots in American distilling go back to 1792, when William Willett Jr. settled in Nelson County, and the distillery remains family-owned and operated by Thompson Willett's grandchildren today.

Tasting notes

Nose

The nose is full with caramel, toasted wood and dark fruit.

Palate

The palate offers brown sugar, spice and a hint of pepper.

Finish

The finish is long, warm and spiced.

Specifications

Name: Willett Pure Kentucky XO Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Distillery: Willett Distillery
Region/Country: Bardstown, Kentucky, USA
Type: Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
ABV: 53.5%
Size: 70 CL

Flavour profile

Powerful · Spiced · Caramel · Warm

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Islay is known for its smoke, but "Williamson" is the name used when the distillery behind it prefers to stay hidden. This 16 year old from The Coopers Choice is a rare glimpse into the island's undisclosed side.

The expert's description

Williamson 2005/2021 Coopers Choice 16 år Secret Islay Blended Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 51% is a Secret Islay Blended Malt Scotch Whisky, matured in Bourbon cask, cask no. #800100 and bottled at 51%.

The whisky was distilled in March 2005 and bottled in 2021 by the independent merchant The Coopers Choice, from a single bourbon cask, no. #800100, with an outturn of just 204 bottles. As a Secret Islay Blended Malt, the original distillery is not disclosed, but the style clearly carries Islay's characteristic signature.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Smoky seaweed and a hint of sea salt.

Palate

Full-bodied with citrus and a light medicinal tone.

Finish

Long and smoky with lingering maritime depth.

Specifications

Name: Williamson 2005/2021 Coopers Choice 16 år Secret Islay Blended Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 51%
Distillery: Williamson
Bottler: The Coopers Choice
Region/Country: Islay, Scotland
Type: Secret Islay Blended Malt Scotch Whisky
Age: 16 years
ABV: 51%
Size: 70 CL
Cask type: Bourbon cask, cask no. #800100
Non-chill filtered: Yes
Natural colour: Yes
Distilled: 03.2005
Bottled: 2021
Number of bottles: 204
Edition: Limited Edition, Single Cask Release

Flavour Profile

Smoky · Maritime · Full-bodied

Did you know?

The name Williamson is used by several independent bottlers as a shared label for releases from undisclosed Islay distilleries, making it one of the most recognisable "secret" names in the whisky world.

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The Kylver Stone from Gotland carries the oldest known complete runic alphabet, and Wolfburn has borrowed exactly those symbols for its most experimental series. This release carries the rune ᚢ, uruz.

The expert's description

Wolfburn "N" Kylver Series Single Highland Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 50% is a Single Highland Malt Scotch Whisky and bottled at 50%.

The whisky is part of The Kylver Series, Wolfburn's most experimental release line, where each bottle is named after a rune from the old futhark alphabet. Wolfburn is one of Scotland's most northerly distilleries, located near Thurso in Caithness, producing an unpeated style built from scratch with a clear focus on craftsmanship.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Fresh citrus, grain and a hint of honey.

Palate

Full and spiced with vanilla and a touch of oak.

Finish

Long and warm with lingering spice.

Specifications

Name: Wolfburn "N" Kylver Series Single Highland Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 50%
Distillery: Wolfburn
Region/Country: Thurso, Caithness, Scotland
Type: Single Highland Malt Scotch Whisky
ABV: 50%
Size: 70 CL
Non-chill filtered: Yes
Natural colour: Yes
Distillation method: Double distilled
Edition: The Kylver Series, rune symbol ᚢ

Flavour Profile

Spiced · Full-bodied · Fresh

Investment Potential

Medium. The Kylver Series is a sought-after collector series where each rune release is limited and often in demand, which has historically kept interest in earlier releases high.

Did you know?

Wolfburn takes its name from a burn running through the distillery grounds, and the name comes from a historic distillery on the same site that closed in the 1860s, long before the current Wolfburn was reborn in 2013.

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Longships once sailed along the Caithness coast where Wolfburn now stands. Langskip is the distillery's tribute to those Viking ships, young, unfiltered and with a solid kick.

The expert's description

Wolfburn Langskip Single Highland Malt Scotch Whisky 58% is a Single Highland Malt Scotch Whisky, matured in 1st fill bourbon casks and bottled at 58%.

The whisky is a young, unfiltered single malt, matured in 1st fill bourbon casks. It is named after the longships that once sailed along the coast of Caithness, where Wolfburn distillery is located, and bottled at a high strength of 58%.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Vanilla, caramel, honey and fruit notes.

Palate

Sweet and fruity with citrus, apricot and almonds.

Finish

Long-lasting and pleasant with vanilla, caramel and dried fruit.

Specifications

Name: Wolfburn Langskip Single Highland Malt Scotch Whisky 58%
Distillery: Wolfburn
Region/Country: Thurso, Caithness, Scotland
Type: Single Highland Malt Scotch Whisky
ABV: 58%
Size: 70 CL
Cask type: 1st fill bourbon casks
Non-chill filtered: Yes
Natural colour: Yes
Distillation method: Double distilled
EAN no.: 0634158496400

Flavour Profile

Cask strength · Fruity · Sweet

Did you know?

Langskip is named after the fast, narrow Viking ships that for centuries raided and traded along the Caithness coast, a region with strong Norse roots stretching well into the medieval period.

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Most know Wolfburn for its clean, unpeated style, but Morven is the exception that proves the rule. It is the house's careful handling of smoke for the curious drinker.

The expert's description

Wolfburn Morven Single Highland Malt Scotch Whisky 46% is a Single Highland Malt Scotch Whisky and bottled at 46%.

The whisky was created by distillery manager Shane Fraser as a lightly peated release, the only one of its kind in Wolfburn's core range. It is designed as a gentle introduction to smoky whisky, without compromising the distillery's clean, craft-driven base style.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Raisins and honey with a light hint of smoke.

Palate

Soft and rounded with a discreet twist of peat.

Finish

Medium length with a mild, smoky finish.

Specifications

Name: Wolfburn Morven Single Highland Malt Scotch Whisky 46%
Distillery: Wolfburn
Region/Country: Thurso, Caithness, Scotland
Type: Single Highland Malt Scotch Whisky
ABV: 46%
Size: 70 CL
Non-chill filtered: Yes
Natural colour: Yes
Distillation method: Double distilled
Edition: Created by Distillery Manager Shane Fraser, lightly peated
EAN no.: 0634158496370

Flavour Profile

Lightly peated · Soft · Sweet

Did you know?

Morven is named after a mountainous area in the west of Scotland, and the name fits well with the whisky's role as the distillery's only peated release, a kind of change of landscape in bottle form.

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Smaller casks mean more contact between wood and spirit, and that is exactly the trick behind this release. Small Batch No. 270 uses half-size bourbon casks to push the sweetness further.

The expert's description

Wolfburn No. 270 Single Highland Malt Scotch Whisky 46% is a Single Highland Malt Scotch Whisky, matured in 1st fill, half-size ex-bourbon casks and bottled at 46%.

The whisky is a sweet-toned release matured in small, half-size bourbon casks, giving the spirit more contact with the wood and therefore a faster, more intense maturation. It is part of Wolfburn's Small Batch series and was released alongside No. 128, a lightly peated whisky matured in the same cask type.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Coconut and vanilla.

Palate

Butterscotch, malt and honey.

Finish

Lovely finish of Demerara sugar.

Specifications

Name: Wolfburn No. 270 Single Highland Malt Scotch Whisky 46%
Distillery: Wolfburn
Region/Country: Thurso, Caithness, Scotland
Type: Single Highland Malt Scotch Whisky
ABV: 46%
Size: 70 CL
Cask type: 1st fill, half-size ex-bourbon casks
Non-chill filtered: Yes
Natural colour: Yes
Distillation method: Double distilled
Edition: Small Batch No. 270
EAN no.: 0634158496394

Flavour Profile

Sweet · Soft · Full-bodied

Did you know?

The half-size bourbon casks used for this Small Batch release have roughly twice the surface area relative to their volume compared with a standard cask, significantly speeding up maturation.

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Beneath the northern lights that give this whisky its name, Wolfburn's casks mature slowly in warehouses at the very edge of mainland Scotland. Aurora is the house's tribute to that very light phenomenon.

The expert's description

Wolfburn Aurora Single Malt Scotch Whisky 46% is a Single Highland Malt Scotch Whisky, matured in American oak and Spanish Oloroso sherry casks and bottled at 46%.

The whisky was created by distillery manager Shane Fraser in a limited outturn of 3,000 bottles, matured in a combination of American oak and Spanish Oloroso sherry casks. The long fermentation and slow, gentle distillation produce a spirit later matured on-site in the distillery's own warehouses.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Sherry sweetness, dried fruit and malt.

Palate

Warm notes of autumn fruit and nutty flavours, with a hint of spice.

Finish

Smooth and mellow with lingering sherry sweetness.

Specifications

Name: Wolfburn Aurora Single Malt Scotch Whisky 46%
Distillery: Wolfburn
Region/Country: Thurso, Caithness, Scotland
Type: Single Highland Malt Scotch Whisky
ABV: 46%
Size: 70 CL
Cask type: American oak and Spanish Oloroso sherry casks
Non-chill filtered: Yes
Natural colour: Yes
Distillation method: Double distilled
Number of bottles: 3.000
Edition: Limited edition, created by Distillery Manager Shane Fraser
EAN no.: 0634158496363

Flavour Profile

Sherried · Smooth · Fruity

Did you know?

Aurora is named after the northern lights, occasionally visible from Wolfburn's location up in Caithness, closer to the North Pole than to London.

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The core of Woodford Reserve, triple-distilled at one of Kentucky's oldest distillery sites.

Expert description

Woodford Distillers Select Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey is the distillery's core expression, bottled at 43.2%. Woodford Reserve is distilled at the historic distillery in Versailles, Kentucky, whose roots go back to 1812, when it was originally named the Oscar Pepper Distillery. The site is today designated a U.S. National Historic Landmark and is owned by Brown-Forman. The whiskey stands out for being triple-distilled in copper pot stills, unlike most bourbons, which are column-distilled.

Tasting notes

Nose

The nose is full with caramel, vanilla and a hint of dried fruit.

Palate

The palate offers brown sugar, toasted wood and a hint of spice.

Finish

The finish is medium-length, warm and round.

Specifications

Name: Woodford Distillers Select Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Distillery: Woodford Reserve Distillery
Region/Country: Versailles, Kentucky, USA
Type: Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
ABV: 43.2%
Size: 70 CL
Distillation method: Triple distilled

Flavour profile

Caramel · Full-bodied · Round · Vanilla-forward

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Two rounds of oak give this Woodford edition an extra depth of sweetness and spice.

Expert description

Woodford Double Oaked Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey is the classic Distillers Select, given a second maturation in a separate, deeply toasted cask, bottled at 43.2%. Woodford Reserve is distilled at the historic distillery in Versailles, Kentucky, whose roots go back to 1812, when it was originally named the Oscar Pepper Distillery. The site is today designated a U.S. National Historic Landmark and is owned by Brown-Forman. The whiskey stands out for being triple-distilled in copper pot stills, unlike most bourbons, which are column-distilled.

Tasting notes

Nose

The nose is sweet with caramel, toasted wood and a hint of dark fruit.

Palate

The palate offers brown sugar, vanilla and a deeper woody sweetness.

Finish

The finish is long, warm and lightly spiced.

Specifications

Name: Woodford Double Oaked Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Distillery: Woodford Reserve Distillery
Region/Country: Versailles, Kentucky, USA
Type: Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
ABV: 43.2%
Size: 70 CL
Distillation method: Triple distilled

Flavour profile

Sweet · Deep · Spiced · Vanilla-forward

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The same triple distillation, but with rye in the driver's seat.

Expert description

Woodford Rye Distillers Select Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey follows the same triple-distillation process as the house bourbon, but with a rye-forward mash bill, bottled at 45.2%. Woodford Reserve is distilled at the historic distillery in Versailles, Kentucky, whose roots go back to 1812, when it was originally named the Oscar Pepper Distillery. The site is today designated a U.S. National Historic Landmark and is owned by Brown-Forman. The whiskey stands out for being triple-distilled in copper pot stills, unlike most bourbons, which are column-distilled.

Tasting notes

Nose

The nose is spiced with pepper, grain and a hint of fruit.

Palate

The palate offers rye, spice and light sweetness.

Finish

The finish is medium to long, dry and peppery.

Specifications

Name: Woodford Rye Distillers Select Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey
Distillery: Woodford Reserve Distillery
Region/Country: Versailles, Kentucky, USA
Type: Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey
ABV: 45.2%
Size: 70 CL
Distillation method: Triple distilled

Flavour profile

Spiced · Peppery · Grainy · Dry

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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.

Expert Review

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.

Expert Review

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.

Expert Review

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.

Expert Review

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.

Expert Review

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.

Expert Review

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.

Expert Review

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.

Expert Review

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

Did You Know?

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.

Expert Review

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.

Expert Review

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.

Expert Review

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

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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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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

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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In the valley between Kyoto and Osaka, where three rivers meet to create some of Japan's softest water, Suntory built the country's first whisky distillery in 1923.

Expert Description

Yamazaki 10 Year Old is a Single Malt Whisky from Japan, bottled at 40%.

The whisky comes from Yamazaki Distillery, founded by Shinjiro Torii in 1923 as Japan's very first whisky distillery. Maturation takes place across a combination of American white oak, Spanish sherry casks and Japanese mizunara oak, giving Yamazaki its characteristic depth and complexity.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Ripe peach and pineapple meet a delicate sherry sweetness and a touch of mizunara spice.

Palate

Soft and full-bodied with honey, caramel and a light, dry oak spice.

Finish

Medium length, warm and gently sweet, with a last note of sandalwood.

Specifications

Name: Yamazaki 10 Year Old
Distillery: Yamazaki
Region/Country: Osaka, Japan
Type: Single Malt Whisky
Age: 10 Years
ABV: 40%
Size: 70 CL
EAN no.: 4901777148963

Flavour Profile

Fruity · Soft · Sweet · Exotic

Investment Potential

Medium. Yamazaki's age-stated releases have become steadily harder to find since Suntory began prioritising its no-age-statement range to keep up with demand.

Did You Know?

Yamazaki Distillery stands where three rivers meet - a spot the famous 16th-century tea master Sen no Rikyu identified for the purity of its water, long before whisky ever reached Japan.

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Yamazaki 12 Year Old was the bottle that truly put Japanese whisky on the world map - and it remains a benchmark for the entire category today.

Expert Description

Yamazaki 12 Year Old is a Single Malt Whisky from Japan, bottled at 43%.

The whisky comes from Yamazaki Distillery, founded in 1923 by Shinjiro Torii as Japan's very first whisky distillery. The 12 year old matures across a combination of American white oak, Spanish sherry casks and Japanese mizunara oak, giving it the characteristic depth that has made Yamazaki world-famous.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Ripe peach and pineapple meet a delicate sherry sweetness and a touch of mizunara.

Palate

Soft and full-bodied with honey, caramel and a light, dry spice.

Finish

Medium length, warm and gently sweet, with a last note of sandalwood.

Specifications

Name: Yamazaki 12 Year Old
Distillery: Yamazaki
Region/Country: Osaka, Japan
Type: Single Malt Whisky
Age: 12 Years
ABV: 43%
Size: 70 CL
EAN no.: 4901777020313

Flavour Profile

Fruity · Soft · Sweet · Exotic

Investment Potential

Medium. Yamazaki 12 Year Old has become steadily harder to find at standard price as Suntory prioritises its no-age-statement range to keep up with global demand.

Did You Know?

Yamazaki 12 Year Old won gold at the International Spirits Challenge in 2003 - the first international award that truly made the world take Japanese whisky seriously.

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Yamazakura means "wild mountain cherry blossom" - a fitting name for a whisky from the rugged, beautiful mountain landscape of the Tohoku region.

Expert Description

Yamazakura 16 Year Old is a Blended Japanese Whisky, bottled at 40%.

The whisky comes from Sasanokawa Shuzo, a sake and shochu brewer founded in 1765 in Koriyama, Fukushima Prefecture, which has also made whisky since 1946. The Yamazakura brand was revived in 2015 with the reopening of Asaka Distillery, and this 16 year old shows the depth of the company's older stocks.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Dried fruit and caramel with a touch of old oak.

Palate

Soft and full-bodied with honey, dark chocolate and a fine, rounded spice.

Finish

Long and warm, with a last note of dried cherries.

Specifications

Name: Yamazakura 16 Year Old
Distillery: Sasanokawa
Region/Country: Fukushima, Japan
Type: Blended Japanese Whisky
Age: 16 Years
ABV: 40%
Size: 70 CL
EAN no.: 4973373500261

Flavour Profile

Full-bodied · Sweet · Round · Spiced

Investment Potential

Medium. Age-stated releases from Sasanokawa are limited and becoming harder to find as the distillery's international reputation grows.

Did You Know?

Sasanokawa Shuzo has brewed sake and shochu since 1765, but only began making whisky in 1946, as one of the very first "Ji-whisky" producers in the Tohoku region.

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Without an age statement, Yamazakura Blended can focus on the essentials: an approachable, everyday take on the brand's mountainous origins.

Expert Description

Yamazakura Blended is a Blended Whisky from Japan, bottled at 40%.

The whisky comes from Sasanokawa Shuzo, a sake and shochu brewer dating to 1765 in Fukushima Prefecture, which has also made whisky since 1946. This no-age-statement release combines malt and grain whisky in a light, approachable style that serves as a natural entry point into the Yamazakura range.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Apple and light honey with a delicate, floral aroma.

Palate

Light and soft with caramel and a mild spice.

Finish

Short, clean and gently sweet.

Specifications

Name: Yamazakura Blended
Distillery: Sasanokawa
Region/Country: Fukushima, Japan
Type: Blended Whisky
ABV: 40%
Size: 70 CL
EAN no.: 4973373500223

Flavour Profile

Light · Soft · Sweet · Approachable

Did You Know?

Yamazakura means "wild mountain cherry blossom", referring to the mountainous landscape in Fukushima where Sasanokawa Shuzo has brewed sake and shochu since 1765.

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