{"title":"Teeling Notre Dame","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"teeling-x-notre-dame-small-batch-2026-750ml","title":"Teeling X Notre Dame Small Batch 2026 750ML","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTeeling X Notre Dame Small Batch 2026 750ML\u003c\/strong\u003e is a limited edition Irish blended whiskey bottled at 46% ABV in a collectible 750mL package. Built on the Double Gold–winning Teeling Small Batch expression — honored at both the San Francisco and Singapore Spirits Competitions — this release pairs one of Dublin's most distinctive modern whiskeys with Notre Dame branding for a 2026 commemorative bottling.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick Facts:\u003c\/strong\u003e ABV: 46%  |  Origin: Dublin, Ireland  |  Blended Irish Whiskey  |  Distillery: Teeling Whiskey\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eProduction \u0026amp; Heritage\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTeeling Whiskey was founded by Jack and Stephen Teeling in Dublin's historic Liberties district, becoming the first new whiskey distillery in the Irish capital in over 125 years. The Small Batch expression uses a mashbill of roughly one-third malt whiskey to two-thirds grain whiskey, all triple-distilled. Hand-selected casks of grain and malt whiskey are fully aged in ex-bourbon barrels, then married together in Central American rum casks for up to 12 months — a finishing choice that was notably unconventional for the Irish whiskey category when it launched. The whiskey is bottled non-chill filtered at 46% ABV, preserving oils and texture that standard chill filtration strips away. The 2026 Notre Dame edition features collectible packaging built on this same core liquid.\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 Floral and herbal notes arrive first, followed by vanilla and rum-soaked raisin. A creamy undertone carries hints of allspice and ripe orchard fruit layered over toasted oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste:\u003c\/strong\u003e The entry is soft and sweet — caramel candy and brown sugar lead into dried apricot and rum raisin at mid-palate. As the whiskey opens up, warm cinnamon, clove, and oak spice build through the peak, balanced by a persistent molasses sweetness that never turns cloying.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long and warming, with oak tannins and baking spice lingering well after each sip. A final thread of vanilla and dried fruit sweetness holds steady through the close.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eHow to Drink Teeling Small Batch\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAt 46% and non-chill filtered, this whiskey rewards neat sipping — a few drops of water open the rum cask influence further without diluting the texture. It also performs exceptionally well in cocktails where its sweetness and spice can anchor the drink.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIrish Old Fashioned:\u003c\/strong\u003e The rum cask character adds caramel depth that plays well against bitters and citrus peel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhiskey Sour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dried fruit and vanilla notes hold their own against fresh lemon, creating a rounder, more complex sour.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHot Toddy:\u003c\/strong\u003e The natural warmth, molasses, and baking spice make it a natural fit for a cold-weather classic with honey and lemon.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eBest For\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNotre Dame alumni and fans looking for a collectible whiskey with genuine quality inside\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIrish whiskey drinkers seeking a rum cask-finished alternative to standard sherry or bourbon-finished blends\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGifting a sports enthusiast who also appreciates craft spirits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuilding a limited edition Irish whiskey collection\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 Teeling Small Batch taste like?\u003c\/strong\u003e Teeling Small Batch delivers vanilla, caramel, and dried fruit sweetness balanced by warm cinnamon and oak spice, with a rum raisin character from its Central American rum cask finish. The finish is long, warm, and spice-driven.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does Teeling Small Batch compare to Bushmills Black Bush?\u003c\/strong\u003e Both sit in a similar quality tier of premium Irish blends, but Teeling's rum cask finish gives it a distinctly sweeter, more tropical dried-fruit profile compared to Black Bush's sherry cask richness. Teeling is also bottled at a higher 46% ABV and is non-chill filtered, resulting in a fuller body and more oily texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Teeling Small Batch good for sipping neat?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — the 46% ABV and non-chill filtered bottling preserve enough body and complexity for straight sipping. A small splash of water further unlocks the rum cask sweetness without flattening the whiskey.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere is Teeling Small Batch made?\u003c\/strong\u003e Teeling Small Batch is produced at the Teeling Whiskey Distillery in the Liberties district of Dublin, Ireland. The distillery was the first new whiskey distillery to open in Dublin in over 125 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat foods pair well with Teeling Small Batch?\u003c\/strong\u003e Dark chocolate truffles complement the rum raisin and caramel notes. Glazed pork belly mirrors the brown sugar sweetness. Aged cheddar contrasts the spice with savory richness. Banana bread or sticky toffee pudding echo the vanilla and dried fruit character. Smoked salmon works well against the oak and herbal undertones.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat sizes does Teeling Small Batch come in?\u003c\/strong\u003e This Notre Dame 2026 limited edition is available in a standard 750mL bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Teeling Small Batch worth the price?\u003c\/strong\u003e Teeling Small Batch positions as a premium Irish blended whiskey, sitting above entry-level blends like standard Jameson but remaining accessible relative to single malt or single pot still bottlings. The rum cask finish, higher proof, and non-chill filtration deliver measurably more complexity than most whiskeys at this tier.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eWhy Teeling Small Batch?\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe rum cask finishing sets this whiskey apart from nearly every other Irish blend on the market — most competitors lean on sherry or port casks, making Teeling's Central American rum barrel approach a genuine outlier. Earning Double Gold medals at both the San Francisco and Singapore Spirits Competitions confirms that the unconventional method works. At 46% ABV and non-chill filtered, the liquid retains a weight and oil content that standard 40% chill-filtered Irish blends simply cannot match. 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Only 1,500 bottles were produced, making this the second installment in Teeling's Phoenix Legends series—a collection that gained international attention after the first release, a 24-year-old expression, took home the World's Best Irish Single Malt title at the World Whiskies Awards.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick Facts:\u003c\/strong\u003e ABV: 46%  |  Origin: Dublin, Ireland  |  Age: 16 Years  |  Distillery: Teeling Whiskey Distillery\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eProduction \u0026amp; Heritage\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTeeling Whiskey Distillery, founded by Jack Teeling and located in Dublin's Liberties district, became the first new distillery in the Irish capital in over 125 years when it opened in 2015. The Phoenix Legends 2 is a 100% malted barley single malt that spent 14 years maturing in ex-bourbon barrels before undergoing a two-year finishing period in Sicilian Marsala wine casks. 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The malt backbone stays present throughout, anchoring the sweetness with a toasted oak structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long and elegant, with lingering sweet spice, oak tannins, and a gentle wine-sweet dryness. The Marsala influence carries through to the very end, leaving traces of dried fruit and warm nutmeg.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eHow to Drink Phoenix Legends 2\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis whiskey is best appreciated neat or with a few drops of water to open up the Marsala cask influence and let the dried fruit complexity unfold. At 46% ABV without chill filtration, it holds its structure well without dilution, but a splash of water can amplify the floral and honeyed notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRob Roy:\u003c\/strong\u003e The dried fruit and dark chocolate character stands up to sweet vermouth, creating a rich, layered cocktail.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTipperary Cocktail:\u003c\/strong\u003e A classic Irish whiskey cocktail where the Marsala-influenced sweetness pairs naturally with green Chartreuse and sweet vermouth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhiskey Sour:\u003c\/strong\u003e The honeyed malt and apricot notes give this sour a fruit-forward depth that citrus juice lifts beautifully.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eBest For\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCollectors seeking limited-release Irish single malts (only 1,500 bottles produced)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGifting a serious whiskey enthusiast who values uncommon cask finishes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdding a rare Marsala-finished Irish whiskey to a home spirits library\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTasting side by side with Phoenix Legends 1 to compare cask influence and age\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 Phoenix Legends 2 taste like?\u003c\/strong\u003e It delivers layers of dried fruit—fig and apricot—alongside vanilla cream, roasted nuts, and dark chocolate, with a long finish marked by sweet spice and wine-cask dryness from Sicilian Marsala barrel finishing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does Phoenix Legends 2 compare to Phoenix Legends 1?\u003c\/strong\u003e Phoenix Legends 1 is a 24-year-old expression that won World's Best Irish Single Malt at the World Whiskies Awards, carrying deeper oak influence from its longer maturation. Phoenix Legends 2, at 16 years with a Marsala cask finish, leans more toward dried fruit and wine-sweet character rather than the older release's extended wood-driven profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Phoenix Legends 2 good for sipping neat?\u003c\/strong\u003e Absolutely—bottled at 46% ABV, it has enough body and complexity to reward slow, deliberate sipping without needing any mixer or ice. A few drops of water can further reveal the honeyed malt and floral top notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere is Phoenix Legends 2 made?\u003c\/strong\u003e It is produced by Teeling Whiskey Distillery, located in the Liberties neighborhood of Dublin, Ireland. Teeling was the first new distillery to open in Dublin in over 125 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat foods pair well with Phoenix Legends 2?\u003c\/strong\u003e Aged Parmigiano-Reggiano brings out the nutty, savory undertones. Fig and walnut bread echoes the dried fruit and roasted nut notes. Dark chocolate truffles complement the cocoa mid-palate. Pan-seared duck breast with a fruit reduction mirrors the stewed fruit sweetness from the Marsala finish. Blue cheese balances the honey and spice character with a contrasting salty richness.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat sizes does Phoenix Legends 2 come in?\u003c\/strong\u003e This release is available in a standard 700ml bottle, consistent with Teeling's limited-edition format for the Phoenix Legends series.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Phoenix Legends 2 worth the price?\u003c\/strong\u003e Phoenix Legends 2 positions as a premium limited-edition Irish single malt, justified by its 16-year age statement, uncommon Marsala cask finishing, and a production run of just 1,500 bottles worldwide—placing it in the upper tier of collectible Irish whiskey releases.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eWhy Phoenix Legends 2?\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe defining feature of this release is its two-year finishing period in Sicilian Marsala wine casks—a maturation choice rarely seen in Irish whiskey and one that gives the liquid a dried fruit and wine-sweet complexity that bourbon-barrel-only releases cannot replicate. Limited to 1,500 bottles, it occupies a genuinely scarce position in the current Irish whiskey market. The Phoenix Legends series has already demonstrated its caliber at the highest competitive level, with the first installment earning World's Best Irish Single Malt honors. At 16 years old and 46% ABV, this expression strikes a balance between mature oak character and vibrant cask-finish influence, making it one of the more distinctive aged Irish single malts available today.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Teeling","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46485735080105,"sku":"41495","price":349.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0680\/1024\/6313\/files\/TeelingPhoenixLegends2SingleMalt16YearIrishWhiskey700ML.webp?v=1760890621"}],"url":"https:\/\/theliquorbarn.com\/collections\/teeling-notre-dame.oembed","provider":"The Liquor Barn","version":"1.0","type":"link"}