{"title":"Greenore","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"greenore-single-grain-8-year-irish-whiskey-750ml","title":"Greenore Single Grain 8 Year Irish Whiskey 750ML","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGreenore Single Grain 8 Year Irish Whiskey 750ML\u003c\/strong\u003e is a corn-based single grain Irish whiskey aged eight years in ex-bourbon casks, bottled at 40% ABV. This expression earned Best In Class at the International Wine \u0026amp; Spirits Competition three consecutive years from 2008 to 2010—a rare streak that underscores its consistency and quality within a category still underrepresented as a standalone bottling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick Facts:\u003c\/strong\u003e ABV: 40%  |  Origin: County Louth, Ireland  |  Age: 8 Years  |  Distillery: Cooley Distillery\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eProduction \u0026amp; Heritage\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCooley Distillery, located on the Cooley Peninsula in County Louth, was founded in 1987 by John Teeling and became only the third operational whiskey distillery in Ireland at the time. The distillery earned Malt Advocate's Distillery of the Year award in 2010. Greenore 8 Year is produced from a mashbill of predominantly corn with a small proportion of malted barley, then matured for a minimum of eight years in first-fill ex-bourbon casks. While single grain Irish whiskey is traditionally produced for blending, this expression was designed to stand on its own—a deliberate showcase of what the grain category can achieve when given extended maturation and careful cask selection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e Soft vanilla and toasted grain open the nose, followed by layers of green apple, lemon zest, and a hint of white tea. A gentle sweetness reminiscent of buttercream and pineapple pound cake emerges as the whiskey opens in the glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste:\u003c\/strong\u003e The entry is sweet and satiny, with vanilla and banana arriving first on a dry-yet-fruity medium body. Mid-palate, crème caramel and cola nut flavors develop alongside oaky spiciness, while tropical fruit notes add depth and keep the profile from becoming one-dimensional. An oily mouthfeel gives it more texture than the 40% ABV might suggest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e The finish is long and rewarding, with lingering notes of maple syrup, toasted nuts, and a subtle touch of saltiness. The interplay between sweet grain and dry oak carries through cleanly to the end.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eHow to Drink Greenore 8 Year\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNeat or with a few drops of water is the most revealing way to experience the grain character—water opens up the tropical fruit and buttercream notes considerably. The lighter body also makes this a versatile cocktail base. A \u003cstrong\u003eWhiskey Highball\u003c\/strong\u003e lets the delicate vanilla and citrus notes shine through sparkling water. An \u003cstrong\u003eIrish Coffee\u003c\/strong\u003e benefits from the natural caramel sweetness, which integrates beautifully with coffee and cream. A \u003cstrong\u003eWhiskey Sour\u003c\/strong\u003e takes advantage of the existing lemon and tropical fruit character, creating a cohesive, well-balanced drink.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eBest For\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntroducing single grain Irish whiskey to curious malt drinkers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAfter-dinner sipping alongside dessert courses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGifting an Irish whiskey collector looking beyond single malt and pot still\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuilding a varied Irish whiskey tasting flight at home\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does Greenore 8 Year taste like?\u003c\/strong\u003e Greenore 8 Year is sweet and grain-forward, with dominant flavors of vanilla, crème caramel, and tropical fruit backed by a subtle oaky spiciness. The finish is long, with maple syrup, toasted nuts, and a touch of salt.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does Greenore 8 Year compare to Teeling Single Grain?\u003c\/strong\u003e Both whiskeys originate from the same Cooley-Teeling lineage and use a corn-dominant mashbill, but Greenore 8 Year is aged exclusively in ex-bourbon casks, producing a more vanilla-forward and grain-sweet profile. Teeling Single Grain is finished in wine barrels, which adds red fruit and tannic complexity not found in the Greenore.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Greenore 8 Year good for sipping neat?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, its satiny texture, balanced sweetness, and medium body make it an approachable and rewarding neat pour. A few drops of water can further open up the tropical fruit and buttercream aromas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere is Greenore 8 Year made?\u003c\/strong\u003e Greenore 8 Year is produced at Cooley Distillery on the Cooley Peninsula in County Louth, Ireland. Cooley is one of Ireland's independently established distilleries, founded in 1987.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat foods pair well with Greenore 8 Year?\u003c\/strong\u003e Vanilla crème brûlée mirrors the caramel and custard notes in the whiskey. Smoked salmon complements the subtle saltiness on the finish. Lemon tart echoes the citrus aromas on the nose. Toasted almond biscotti aligns with the nutty finish, and mild blue cheese creates an appealing sweet-savory contrast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat sizes does Greenore 8 Year come in?\u003c\/strong\u003e The standard bottling is 750ml, which is the most widely available format for this expression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Greenore 8 Year worth the price?\u003c\/strong\u003e Greenore 8 Year positions as a mid-range Irish whiskey with an eight-year age statement and three consecutive IWSC Best In Class medals, placing it in strong value territory relative to other aged Irish single grain expressions. The category remains niche, making this a distinctive bottle that punches above typical expectations for its price tier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eWhy Greenore 8 Year?\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSingle grain Irish whiskey bottled as a standalone expression remains uncommon, and Greenore 8 Year is one of the bottles that helped legitimize the category. Eight years in first-fill ex-bourbon casks give it a depth and complexity that challenges assumptions about grain whiskey being simple or thin. Three consecutive Best In Class wins at the IWSC from 2008 to 2010, plus an 89-point rating from the Ultimate Beverage Challenge, confirm that the quality here is recognized beyond marketing. For drinkers who know Irish pot still and single malt well, Greenore fills a genuine gap in the collection with a profile that is distinctly its own.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Greenore","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44836986912937,"sku":"24840","price":47.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0680\/1024\/6313\/files\/greenore_single_grain_8__54916.jpg?v=1730475856"}],"url":"https:\/\/theliquorbarn.com\/collections\/greenore.oembed","provider":"The Liquor Barn","version":"1.0","type":"link"}