For a world-class whiskey that's worth every penny, we recommend the renowned Redbreast 15 Year Irish Whiskey. For a more affordable dram great for mixing or sipping, try Teeling Small Batch Irish Whiskey. FAQs What is Irish whiskey? The important thing to know is that Kilbeggan is making a few really great products these days. Almost more notably, they are using the oldest (180+ year old) copper pot still in operation. As I write this I’m sipping on whiskey from the oldest operating pot still, which I think is just awesome! Here we have their Single Pot Still expression, which is influenced from the late 1800’s in its mash bill. They are using about 2.5% oats, which doesn’t sound like a lot but it has a nice impact.

Situated inside the imposing former Guinness Power House in Dublin’s Liberties district, Roe & Co. is named after legendary 19th-century whiskey pioneer George Roe and only began distilling in 2017.

User Notes about the Distillery

Created in 1829 and later prospering under general manager Daniel E Williams (hence D.E.W. in the name), is the second largest selling brand of Irish whiskey globally. Bielenberg, Andy (1994). "Industrial Growth in Ireland; c.1790-1910" (PDF). PHD, London School of Economics.– via London School of Economics and Political Science (United Kingdom). Whether it be grain or malt, all the whiskey in Kilbeggan is aged in ex-bourbon barrels for at least three years. Kilbeggan is bottled at 40% abv. The Kilbeggan under review here is the mass market version, and should not be confused with the Distillery Reserve Malt or the 18 Year Old, which it sometimes is due to the evolution of the brand’s labeling.

In the glass, the whiskey has a solid yellow-gold coloring, richer than one usually expects from a mass market Irish whiskey. The nose is a smooth one, the scent being predominately of grainy, cereal sweetness and toffee, with notes of vanilla and nuttiness. As the journey concludes, the finish maintains a medium duration, featuring the contributions of cinnamon and citrus. I had heard from many that Writer’s Tears was ‘one you get used to with time’, but I found their single pot to be very drinkable, despite not being too-fond of whiskeys with long finishes. Here, I’ve immersed myself in the art of crafting Mezcal, gaining a newfound appreciation for the craftsmanship that goes into distilling this ancient spirit. The first new distillery in Dublin for 125 years, the Teeling Whiskey Distillery is only a stone’s throw from where the original family distillery stood.If any provision of these Terms is held invalid, the remainder of the Terms shall continue in full force and effect. Paddy is a recent addition to our guide – this 12th position was been previously held by Yellowspot for several years. Whisky Magazine Icons of Whisky 2008". Archived from the original on 28 October 2014 . Retrieved 10 March 2008. Located in the town of Kilbeggan, on the Brosna River, Kilbeggan Distillery is the oldest licensed distillery in Ireland. It was established in 1757, when Matthew MacManus obtained a license to produce whiskey. Housed in a beautiful green bottle, Connemara was inspired by the 18th-century art of drying malting barley over peat fires. It is now the only Irish Peated Single Malt Whiskey widely available.