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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