Kilbeggan Irish Whisky 70 cl

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If any provision of these Terms is held invalid, the remainder of the Terms shall continue in full force and effect. With a nose of rich toffee, honey, spiced fruit notes and dark mocha, followed by a long finish, this whiskey is best-suited to those with more experience palates. Irish whiskey must spend at least three years aging in oak barrels, but distilleries can use casks that formerly held anything from bourbon to sherry to beer. Whiskey usually goes into the barrel at fairly high proof and is then "cut" with water to bring it down to its final strength. Bottle proofs vary, but the minimum allowed by US law is 40 percent ABV, or 80-proof.Located in the town of Kilbeggan, on the Brosna River, Kilbeggan Distillery is the oldest licensed distillery in Ireland. It was established in 1757, when Matthew MacManus obtained a license to produce whiskey. Produced at the New Midleton Distillery east of Cork, Midleton Very Rare is matured for twelve to twenty years in ex-bourbon American Oak barrels and is one of the most expensive whiskeys regularly produced by Irish Distillers.

By law, all Irish whiskey must be allowed to mature for a minimum of 3 years and 1 day. Otherwise it can’t legally be called Whiskey. Paddy is a recent addition to our guide – this 12th position was been previously held by Yellowspot for several years. O'Malley, Tom (10 June 1997). "Tribunal opens way for law to take its course". The Irish Independent. Matthias McManus founded the Kilbeggan Distillery in 1757. At that time, the stills had a capacity of about 1,000 litres and the distillery produced about 6,800 litres of Whiskey annually. During the temperance movement in Ireland in the 1930s, times were hard for Irish distilleries. A large part of the Irish population swore off alcohol, the distillers lost many customers and thus made great forfeits. The initial impression on the nose is characterized by alcohol, which gradually subsides to unveil subtle fruity notes encompassing orange, coconut, and lemon.In 2010, with the installation of a mash tun and fermentation vats, Kilbeggan became a fully operational distillery once again. [4] Present day [ edit ] Regardless of where it originated, if you’re looking to do a whiskey tour in Ireland, you certainly won’t be short on options. If you’re a fan of old school, start where it all began at the Kilbeggan Distillery in Westmeath. There’s no better place to learn about the history of whiskey, the process of distillation and of course to sample some of the finished product. These experiences have honed my palate and provided me with a profound understanding of the vast world of spirits. Kilbeggan has won awards in the past, including silver medals at the International Wine & Spirits Competition and SF World Spirits Competition in 2007 and 2008.