Writers Tears 2018 Cask Strength Pot Still Irish Whiskey 53%

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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Frequently Asked Questions about Writers Tears 2018 Cask Strength

What does Writers Tears 2018 Cask Strength taste like?

It offers rich, ripe fruit and spice on the nose, an intense, complex palate with clear pot still character, and a long, warm finish with lingering fruit and oak.

Is Writers Tears 2018 Cask Strength worth it?

With only 5,175 bottles worldwide and bottled straight from the cask, it is one of the rarest and most sought-after releases from Walsh Whiskey.

What does "Cask Strength" mean?

It means the whiskey is bottled directly from the cask without dilution, giving a higher, more concentrated alcohol strength.

How should Writers Tears 2018 Cask Strength be served?

Best with a few drops of water, which open up the full fruit and spice notes.

Who is behind Writers Tears?

The brand comes from Walsh Whiskey, named after Ireland's long literary tradition and authors' historic relationship with whiskey.

Does Writers Tears 2018 Cask Strength make a good gift?

Yes, the rarity and cask strength make it a striking gift for the experienced whiskey collector.