{"title":"Gold Spot","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"gold-spot-9-year-single-pot-still-135th-anniversary-700ml","title":"Gold Spot 9 Year Single Pot Still 135th Anniversary 700ML","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGold Spot 9 Year Single Pot Still 135th Anniversary 700ML\u003c\/strong\u003e is a triple-distilled single pot still Irish whiskey bottled at 51.4% ABV (102.8 proof) in a 700ml format. This expression holds a notable distinction within the storied Spot whiskey family: it is the first to incorporate Port Pipe maturation alongside bourbon, sherry, and Bordeaux casks, resulting in a layered and fruit-forward character that separates it from its siblings.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick Facts:\u003c\/strong\u003e ABV: 51.4% (102.8 proof)  |  Origin: County Cork, Ireland  |  9 Year Age Statement  |  Distillery: Midleton\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eProduction \u0026amp; Heritage\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eGold Spot is produced at the Midleton Distillery in County Cork, one of the most prolific and technically advanced whiskey distilleries in Ireland. The Spot whiskey lineage traces back to Mitchell \u0026amp; Son, the Dublin wine and spirits merchants who originally bonded and aged whiskey under the Spot color-coded system — with the color denoting years of maturation. This 135th Anniversary release honors that heritage with a nine-year maturation across four distinct cask types: bourbon barrels, sherry butts, Bordeaux wine casks, and — for the first time in any Spot expression — port pipes. The whiskey is triple-distilled from a mash of malted and unmalted barley, the hallmark of single pot still Irish whiskey production.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e An opening wave of tropical fruit — pineapple, kiwi, and green banana — gives way to lime zest and baked apple. Underneath, characteristic pot still spices emerge alongside hazelnut and toasted wood.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste:\u003c\/strong\u003e The entry is smooth and fruit-laden, with exotic fruit sweetness meeting clove and cracked black peppercorn at the mid-palate. As it develops, sweet spices like vanilla and cinnamon layer with nutty, wood-driven notes that add depth without overwhelming the fruit core.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long and distinctly balanced, with lingering exotic fruit intertwining with warm spice. The port influence reveals itself here, lending a subtle dried-fruit sweetness that extends the finish considerably.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eHow to Drink Gold Spot\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAt 51.4% ABV, Gold Spot rewards careful exploration neat, though a few drops of water open up the tropical and spice layers considerably. It also holds its own in spirit-forward cocktails. A \u003cstrong\u003ePot Still Old Fashioned\u003c\/strong\u003e lets the fruit and spice complexity shine against a simple sugar and bitters framework. A \u003cstrong\u003eTipperary cocktail\u003c\/strong\u003e (Irish whiskey, sweet vermouth, green Chartreuse) benefits from Gold Spot's port-cask sweetness balancing the herbal intensity. A \u003cstrong\u003eGold Rush\u003c\/strong\u003e — with honey syrup and lemon — amplifies the whiskey's tropical aromatics while the honey complements the vanilla and cinnamon notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eBest For\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGifting a dedicated Irish whiskey collector seeking a milestone Spot release\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSide-by-side tastings across the Spot color lineup to explore cask influence\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCelebrating a personal anniversary or achievement with an anniversary bottling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExpanding a home bar beyond standard bourbon and sherry cask profiles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does Gold Spot taste like?\u003c\/strong\u003e Gold Spot delivers a smooth, fruit-forward profile with pineapple, kiwi, and baked apple layered over clove, cracked black pepper, vanilla, and cinnamon. The port pipe maturation contributes a subtle dried-fruit sweetness that distinguishes it from other Spot expressions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does Gold Spot compare to Blue Spot?\u003c\/strong\u003e Blue Spot carries a 7-year age statement and is bottled at a higher proof (typically 117+ proof), making it a more intense and spirited dram. Gold Spot, with its additional two years of aging and port pipe component, is often described as less rambunctious and more settled, with broader fruit complexity and a smoother overall presentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Gold Spot good for sipping neat?\u003c\/strong\u003e Gold Spot is an excellent neat sipper at 51.4% ABV — high enough to deliver full flavor intensity without the heat that can dominate younger, higher-proof expressions. A small amount of water further opens its aromatic range.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere is Gold Spot made?\u003c\/strong\u003e Gold Spot is produced at the Midleton Distillery in County Cork, Ireland, the same facility responsible for all current Spot whiskeys as well as other renowned Irish whiskey brands. The Spot range was originally developed through Mitchell \u0026amp; Son of Dublin, who have been in business since 1887.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat foods pair well with Gold Spot?\u003c\/strong\u003e Aged Comté or Gruyère cheese complements the nutty, toasted wood notes. Dark chocolate with dried fruit mirrors the port cask influence. Roast duck with a berry reduction echoes the whiskey's sweet spice and fruit character. Spiced pear tart aligns with the baked apple and cinnamon flavors. Blue cheese with walnuts stands up to the pot still spice and higher ABV.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat sizes does Gold Spot come in?\u003c\/strong\u003e Gold Spot 9 Year 135th Anniversary is available in the standard 700ml bottle size.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Gold Spot worth the price?\u003c\/strong\u003e Gold Spot positions as a premium expression within the Spot family, sitting above Green Spot and Yellow Spot in both age and complexity. Its unique four-cask maturation — particularly the first-ever use of port pipes in the Spot range — and its limited 135th Anniversary designation place it in the upper tier of collectible single pot still Irish whiskeys, where the pricing reflects both quality and scarcity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eWhy Gold Spot?\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe defining achievement of this release is its pioneering use of port pipe maturation within the Spot family, a cask type that adds a dimension of dried-fruit sweetness and vinous depth absent from Green, Yellow, Red, or Blue Spot. The four-cask maturation program — bourbon, sherry, Bordeaux, and port — is among the most complex in the single pot still Irish whiskey category. At nine years old and 51.4% ABV, it strikes a deliberate balance between the youthful intensity of Blue Spot and the older, more wood-driven character of Red Spot. For collectors and enthusiasts tracking the evolution of the Spot range, this 135th Anniversary bottling represents a genuine inflection point in the series.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gold Spot","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44837991776425,"sku":"36615","price":129.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0680\/1024\/6313\/files\/Gold-Spot-9-Year-Single-Pot-Still-135th-Anniversary__18876.jpg?v=1730503608"},{"product_id":"gold-spot-13-year-the-generations-edition-700ml","title":"Gold Spot 13 Year The Generations Edition 700ML","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGold Spot 13 Year The Generations Edition 700ML\u003c\/strong\u003e is a single pot still Irish whiskey bottled at 46% ABV and matured for thirteen years at Midleton Distillery. Awarded 92 points by Whisky Advocate and 95 points from Tastings.com, this expression distinguishes itself through a sixteen-month finishing period in Valpolicella Classica Italian wine casks sourced from the Secondo Marco Winery in Fumane, near Verona.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick Facts:\u003c\/strong\u003e ABV: 46% (Non-Chill Filtered)  |  Origin: County Cork, Ireland  |  13 Year Age Statement  |  Distillery: Midleton\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eProduction \u0026amp; Heritage\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eGold Spot 13 Year is produced at Midleton Distillery in County Cork, home to the iconic Spot whiskey family that traces its roots to the Mitchell family's bonding practices in Dublin. The whiskey is triple-distilled from a mash of malted and unmalted barley — the hallmark of single pot still Irish whiskey — then initially matured in a combination of ex-bourbon and ex-sherry casks before spending its final sixteen months in Valpolicella Classica wine casks. The non-chill filtered bottling at 46% ABV preserves the full body and natural oils that pot still distillation is prized for, delivering a texture and complexity that sets this Generations Edition apart from other expressions in the Spot range.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e The nose opens with a deliciously oily character, leading into cooked dark fruit, red grape, and baked apple. Deeper layers reveal peppercorn, cinnamon bark, and dusty oak from the extended cask maturation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste:\u003c\/strong\u003e The entry is thick and full-bodied, immediately presenting red apple, citrus peel, and assertive pot still spices. The mid-palate shifts toward luscious red berry compote, toffee apple, and raisin, all supported by toasted oak and roasted nuts. Delicate tannins from the wine-seasoned casks work in tandem with brown sugar sweetness and that signature pot still oiliness.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long and lingering, with oak tones gradually receding to let the sweet Valpolicella wine influence and pot still spices have the final word. The texture remains supple throughout, with fruit and spice notes persisting well after the last sip.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eHow to Drink Gold Spot 13 Year\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNeat is the definitive serve here — the non-chill filtered body and layered cask influence reward slow sipping at room temperature, and a few drops of water can further open up the wine cask fruit. For those inclined to mix, the rich fruit and spice character adapts well in select cocktails: a \u003cstrong\u003eTipperary\u003c\/strong\u003e, where the berry and toffee notes complement sweet vermouth and green Chartreuse; a \u003cstrong\u003eWhiskey Sour\u003c\/strong\u003e, where the pot still weight holds up beautifully against citrus and egg white; or a \u003cstrong\u003eBobby Burns\u003c\/strong\u003e, where its Valpolicella-influenced fruitiness plays off Bénédictine and scotch-style structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eBest For\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGifting a whiskey enthusiast who collects limited Irish expressions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAfter-dinner sipping alongside a cheese or dessert course\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuilding out a Spot whiskey vertical tasting alongside Yellow Spot and Green Spot\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCelebrating milestones with a critically acclaimed, distinctive bottle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does Gold Spot 13 Year taste like?\u003c\/strong\u003e Gold Spot 13 Year delivers a thick, full-bodied palate dominated by red berry compote, toffee apple, and pot still spices, with Valpolicella wine cask tannins adding depth. The finish is long and spice-driven, with lingering sweetness from the Italian wine influence.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does Gold Spot 13 Year compare to Yellow Spot?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yellow Spot is a 12-year-old single pot still whiskey matured in bourbon, sherry, and Malaga casks, while Gold Spot 13 Year adds an extra year of age and finishes specifically in Valpolicella Classica wine casks from Italy. The result is a darker fruit profile and more pronounced tannin structure in the Gold Spot, along with a higher-proof, non-chill filtered presentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Gold Spot 13 Year good for sipping neat?\u003c\/strong\u003e Absolutely — the 46% ABV, non-chill filtered bottling was designed to be enjoyed neat, preserving natural oils and the full spectrum of pot still and wine cask flavors without any dilution required.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere is Gold Spot 13 Year made?\u003c\/strong\u003e Gold Spot 13 Year is distilled at Midleton Distillery in County Cork, Ireland, one of the country's most storied whiskey-producing facilities. The finishing casks are sourced from Secondo Marco Winery in Fumane, in Italy's Valpolicella Classica region near Verona.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat foods pair well with Gold Spot 13 Year?\u003c\/strong\u003e Aged Parmigiano-Reggiano complements the tannin structure and nutty notes; dark chocolate truffles echo the cooked fruit and brown sugar; duck confit matches the whiskey's rich oiliness; fig and walnut crostini mirrors its dried fruit and toasted nut character; and crème brûlée highlights the toffee and caramelized sweetness.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat sizes does Gold Spot 13 Year come in?\u003c\/strong\u003e The Generations Edition is available in a 700ml bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Gold Spot 13 Year worth the price?\u003c\/strong\u003e Gold Spot 13 Year positions as a premium expression within the Spot family, sitting above Yellow Spot and Green Spot in both age and complexity. Its unique Valpolicella Classica cask finish, non-chill filtered bottling, and strong critical scores — including 92 points from Whisky Advocate — support its standing as a high-value offering in the upper tier of single pot still Irish whiskey.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eWhy Gold Spot 13 Year?\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe defining feature of this Generations Edition is its sixteen-month finish in Valpolicella Classica wine casks from a single named winery — a level of cask provenance transparency that remains uncommon even among premium Irish releases. The 92-point score from Whisky Advocate and 95 points from Tastings.com confirm what the liquid delivers: a full-bodied, non-chill filtered pot still whiskey where Italian winemaking tradition and traditional Irish distilling genuinely intersect. Among single pot still expressions on the market, few offer this combination of verifiable age, distinct finishing cask sourcing, and textural richness. Gold Spot 13 Year earns its place not through brand heritage alone, but through a production approach that yields something genuinely different in the glass.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gold Spot","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45075733282985,"sku":"40305","price":249.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0680\/1024\/6313\/files\/GoldSpot13YearTheGenerationsEdition700ML_24a6a4aa-2b19-4fa8-ae98-2f9b5fe99e59.webp?v=1739924863"}],"url":"https:\/\/theliquorbarn.com\/collections\/gold-spot.oembed","provider":"The Liquor Barn","version":"1.0","type":"link"}