{"title":"Midleton","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"midleton-very-rare-700ml","title":"Midleton Very Rare Blended Irish Whiskey 700ML","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMidleton Very Rare Blended Irish Whiskey 700ML\u003c\/strong\u003e is a prestigious annual-release Irish blend of single pot still and single grain whiskeys, bottled at 40% ABV. Awarded a Double Gold Medal at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition and a score of 96–100 points from Wine Enthusiast, this expression stands among the most decorated Irish whiskeys in production. Each year's bottling is drawn from fewer than 100 individually selected casks, making every vintage a singular creation from one of Ireland's most storied distilleries.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick Facts:\u003c\/strong\u003e ABV: 40%  |  Origin: Midleton, East Cork, Ireland  |  Non-Age Statement (12–20 year components)  |  Distillery: New Midleton Distillery (Irish Distillers \/ Pernod Ricard)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eProduction \u0026amp; Heritage\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMidleton Very Rare is produced at the New Midleton Distillery in the East Cork town of Midleton, operated by Irish Distillers, a subsidiary of Pernod Ricard. The blend marries rare single pot still whiskeys with single grain whiskeys, all triple-distilled in traditional copper pot stills and matured for between twelve and twenty years in ex-bourbon American oak barrels. What distinguishes each vintage is the Master Distiller's personal hand: casks are selected one by one from nearly a million maturing at the distillery, and the resulting marriage of fewer than 100 casks is bottled, individually numbered, and signed by the Master Distiller. Each bottle ships in a wooden presentation case, reinforcing the collectible nature of the release.\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 subtle honey and dried apricots, followed by layers of sandalwood, dried flowers, and golden syrup. Deeper exploration reveals freshly peeled ginger and hints of roasted coffee beans beneath the fruit-forward top notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste:\u003c\/strong\u003e On entry, rich toffee and creamy vanilla coat the palate, giving way to butterscotch, milk chocolate, and summer fruits—think ripe peaches and strawberries. The mid-palate introduces classic pot still spice: crushed peppercorn, coriander seed, and fennel, all balanced by espresso, burnt sugar, and a distinct creaminess that ties the flavors together.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long and gently sweet, with lingering cinnamon, burnt orange, and a fading thread of vanilla pod. The pot still spice persists softly, giving the finish impressive structure without bitterness.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eHow to Drink Midleton Very Rare\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eGiven the complexity of the blend and the age of its components, Midleton Very Rare is best appreciated neat or with a few drops of water to open the pot still spice and reveal secondary fruit notes. For those who enjoy it in cocktails, three options stand out. An \u003cstrong\u003eIrish Old Fashioned\u003c\/strong\u003e lets the toffee and spice backbone shine against a touch of Demerara syrup and bitters. A \u003cstrong\u003eTipperary Cocktail\u003c\/strong\u003e—equal parts Irish whiskey, sweet vermouth, and green Chartreuse—plays beautifully off the herbal and spice layers in the blend. A simple \u003cstrong\u003eWhiskey Sour\u003c\/strong\u003e with fresh lemon juice highlights the underlying fruit character while preserving the whiskey's creamy texture.\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 collector or enthusiast—the signed, numbered bottle in a wooden case makes a statement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMarking a milestone anniversary, retirement, or career achievement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdding a vintage-dated bottle to an Irish whiskey collection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAfter-dinner sipping alongside dessert at a formal gathering\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 Midleton Very Rare taste like?\u003c\/strong\u003e Midleton Very Rare delivers rich toffee, creamy vanilla, and butterscotch up front, supported by pot still spice—peppercorn, ginger, and coriander—with a long, gently sweet finish accented by cinnamon and burnt orange.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does Midleton Very Rare compare to Yellow Spot 12 Year Old?\u003c\/strong\u003e Both are premium Irish pot still whiskeys, but Midleton Very Rare blends pot still with grain components aged up to twenty years, producing a creamier, more layered profile. Yellow Spot uses a combination of bourbon, sherry, and Malaga cask maturation, which gives it a more wine-influenced fruit and spice character at a lower price tier.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Midleton Very Rare good for sipping neat?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes—neat is the ideal serve. The triple-distilled pot still and grain whiskeys aged twelve to twenty years yield a level of complexity and smoothness that rewards slow, contemplative sipping.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere is Midleton Very Rare made?\u003c\/strong\u003e Midleton Very Rare is produced at the New Midleton Distillery in the town of Midleton, County Cork, Ireland. The distillery is operated by Irish Distillers, part of the Pernod Ricard group.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat foods pair well with Midleton Very Rare?\u003c\/strong\u003e Dark chocolate truffles complement the toffee and espresso notes. Aged cheddar or Comté cheese echoes the butterscotch sweetness. Crème brûlée mirrors the burnt sugar and vanilla character. Smoked salmon with brown bread highlights the whiskey's creamy texture. Pecan pie or walnut tart reinforces the nutty, spice-driven finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat sizes does Midleton Very Rare come in?\u003c\/strong\u003e The standard release is a 700ml bottle, which is the format most widely available internationally.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Midleton Very Rare worth the price?\u003c\/strong\u003e Midleton Very Rare positions firmly in the ultra-premium tier of Irish whiskey, justified by its limited annual production of fewer than 100 selected casks, individually numbered bottles, and consistent critical acclaim including a Double Gold at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition and 96–100 points from Wine Enthusiast.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eWhy Midleton Very Rare?\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFew Irish whiskeys carry the weight of a Master Distiller's personal signature on every bottle. Midleton Very Rare earns that gravity through a production process that is genuinely selective—each vintage pulls from fewer than 100 casks out of nearly a million maturing at the distillery, blending pot still whiskeys aged up to two decades with carefully matched grain components. The result is a whiskey that has earned a Double Gold at the SFWSC and near-perfect marks from Wine Enthusiast, placing it among the most critically acclaimed Irish expressions available. 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Awarded 95 points by Wine Enthusiast and a Master Medal at the 2024 Spirits Business Irish Whiskey Masters, this expression stands among the most decorated single pot still whiskeys produced in Ireland today.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick Facts:\u003c\/strong\u003e ABV: 46%  |  Origin: County Cork, Ireland  |  Single Pot Still  |  Distillery: Midleton\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eProduction \u0026amp; Heritage\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Midleton Distillery in County Cork has been central to Irish whiskey production since the original Old Midleton Distillery was founded in 1825, with the modern facility opening in 1975. Barry Crockett served as Master Distiller from 1966 until his retirement in 2013, shaping the distillery's signature style across nearly five decades. This Legacy expression is triple-distilled in traditional copper pot stills from a mash of malted and unmalted barley — the defining hallmark of single pot still Irish whiskey. It matures primarily in American bourbon barrels, but what truly distinguishes it is a small contribution of pot still distillate aged in unseasoned (virgin) American oak casks. That fresh oak element adds a structural dimension rarely found in Irish whiskey, lending additional depth to the vanilla and oak character.\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 Elegant vanilla and toasted oak emerge first, followed by a bright lift of lime zest, green berries, and ripe pear. 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For something longer, a \u003cstrong\u003eGold Rush\u003c\/strong\u003e uses honey syrup and lemon to complement the pear and vanilla core without overwhelming its nuance.\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 serious Irish whiskey collector or enthusiast\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCelebrating a milestone retirement or career achievement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdding a trophy bottle to a single pot still whiskey collection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStructured tastings comparing premium Irish pot still expressions\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 Barry Crockett Legacy taste like?\u003c\/strong\u003e It delivers a harmonious combination of ripe pear, apple, and butterscotch layered over vanilla, toasted oak, and gentle cinnamon spice. Bright citrus notes of lime and mandarin give it a distinctive freshness that balances the richness.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does Barry Crockett Legacy compare to Midleton Very Rare?\u003c\/strong\u003e Both are produced at the Midleton Distillery and share a single pot still Irish whiskey heritage, but Midleton Very Rare is a blended expression combining pot still and grain whiskeys, while Barry Crockett Legacy is exclusively single pot still. The Legacy expression generally commands a higher price point and emphasizes the contribution of unseasoned American oak barrels for added depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Barry Crockett Legacy good for sipping neat?\u003c\/strong\u003e At 46% ABV with layered complexity across nose, palate, and finish, this is an ideal neat-sipping whiskey. A few drops of water can help open additional aromatic layers without diminishing the texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere is Barry Crockett Legacy made?\u003c\/strong\u003e It is produced at the Midleton Distillery in County Cork, Ireland, one of the largest and most historic distillery operations in the country. The modern distillery sits adjacent to the original Old Midleton Distillery, which dates to 1825.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat foods pair well with Barry Crockett Legacy?\u003c\/strong\u003e Aged cheddar or Comté cheese complements the butterscotch and oak character. Smoked salmon works well against the citrus brightness. Poached pear desserts mirror the fruit profile directly. Dark chocolate with sea salt draws out the vanilla and cinnamon notes. 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Its 95-point Wine Enthusiast rating, multiple Double Gold medals, and the unique unseasoned oak maturation process justify its standing among Ireland's most distinguished whiskeys.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eWhy Barry Crockett Legacy?\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe use of pot still distillate matured in unseasoned American oak barrels is the defining production choice here — a technique that introduces structural complexity and a distinctive oak signature uncommon in Irish whiskey. That detail, combined with triple distillation and the traditional malted-and-unmalted barley mashbill, produces a whiskey that has earned a 95-point score from Wine Enthusiast, Double Gold medals from both the San Francisco World Spirits Competition and the New York World Wine \u0026amp; Spirits Competition, and a Master Medal at the 2024 Irish Whiskey Masters. Named for a man who spent nearly 50 years shaping Midleton's house style, this expression is not merely a tribute — it is a direct reflection of the precision and philosophy Barry Crockett brought to Irish pot still whiskey. Few bottles in the category carry this combination of pedigree, critical recognition, and genuinely distinctive production technique.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Midleton","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44836866687145,"sku":"24261","price":499.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0680\/1024\/6313\/files\/Midleton-Barry-Crockett-Legacy__94234.jpg?v=1730473609"},{"product_id":"midleton-dair-ghaleich-750ml","title":"Midleton Dair Ghaleich 750ML","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMidleton Dair Ghaelach 750ML\u003c\/strong\u003e is a cask strength single pot still Irish whiskey bottled at approximately 55.3–58.5% ABV depending on the tree and batch release. Ranked the #3 whiskey in the world by Jim Murray's Whisky Bible 2016 with a 97\/100 score — the first Irish whiskey ever to reach the top three — this expression revived a tradition dormant for over a century: finishing Irish whiskey in native Irish oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick Facts:\u003c\/strong\u003e ABV: ~55.3–58.5% (cask strength, varies by tree)  |  Origin: County Cork, Ireland  |  Aged 12–23 Years  |  Distillery: Midleton Distillery\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eProduction \u0026amp; Heritage\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMidleton Distillery, located in County Cork and operated by Irish Distillers (a Pernod Ricard subsidiary), has been producing whiskey at the current facility since 1975, though the original Old Midleton Distillery dates to 1825. Dair Ghaelach — Irish for \"Irish Oak\" — is made entirely from single pot still distillates, using a mashbill of both malted and unmalted barley, distilled in Midleton's traditional copper pot stills. The liquid matures primarily in American oak ex-bourbon barrels for 12 to 23 years before receiving a finishing period in virgin Irish oak hogsheads, making it the first Irish whiskey in over a century to be matured in native Irish oak. That Irish oak contains notably higher concentrations of lignin derivatives such as vanillin, vanillic acid, and furfural compared to American and Spanish oak, producing the whiskey's distinctive vanilla, caramel, and chocolate character.\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 New oak and rich buttery pot still malt rise first, followed by chocolate orange, espresso, and cream. 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Dair Ghaelach tends to show more chocolate, tobacco, and raw oak power, while Redbreast 21 leans toward dried fruit and sherry-influenced sweetness.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Dair Ghaelach good for sipping neat?\u003c\/strong\u003e Absolutely — this is a whiskey designed for contemplative neat drinking, though a few drops of water help tame the cask-strength proof and reveal additional layers of honey, citrus, and cream.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere is Dair Ghaelach made?\u003c\/strong\u003e Dair Ghaelach is produced at Midleton Distillery in County Cork, Ireland, one of the country's largest and most storied distilling operations. 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