A blend of single malt (60%) and single pot still (40%) whiskey but no grain. The Writers’ Tears is triple distilled, non-peated and matured in American Oak bourbon casks. A gold Medal winner at the International Spirits Challenge in London and one of the highest rated Irish Whiskeys in Jim Murrays Iconic “Whiskey Bible” it also features in Ian Buxton’s publication “101 Whiskeys to try before you die”.
Nose: Fruity with both apples and pineapples. Underlying mintyness with chocolate, like after eight mints.
Palate: Sweet warm rhubarb sprinkled with sugar
Finish: Boozy hot chocolate
Price: around £35
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