Editors notes
Recognised as one of the best Irish whiskeys in the world due to its amazing balance and structure very similar to Sctoch whiskies, Redbreast, often labeled as the "Irish nectar", has been awarded many prizes such as Best Irish Single Malt at the World Whiskies Awards in march 2019.
Wrapped up in red and green, Redbreast bottles up the warmth of the last days of summer, for a gorgeous blend of red fruits, malted barley and spices over a woody finish.
With the creation of the specific appellation, Redbreast became a Single Pot Still.
This appellation is exclusive to Ireland, and to Midleton distillery, just as Single Malt is attached to Scotland. One may consider the Single Pot Still as a quintessential expression of Irish whiskey. Redbreast is a combination of equal proportions of malted and non malted barley, according to the Pure pot still whiskey tradition, then triple-distilled in traditional copper stills that bring out the creaminess and sophisticated mouthfeel.
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Whisky Advocate
96"Very elegant, complex, and stylish. Honeyed and silky in texture, with toffee, toasted marshmallow, nougat, maple syrup, banana bread, and a hint of toasted coconut. Bright fruit and golden raisin blend in nicely with the layers of sweetness. Impeccable balance and very approachable. Classic Irish whiskey! (Value Pick) Reviewed by: John Hansell"
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International Wine and Spirits Challenge
98"(Trophy Winner) It starts with a gorgeous nose, a fantastic composition of aromas all complementing each other. Think of roasted coffee, toffee apples, malt and warm Christmas spices. The palate is bold but very elegant with a nice balance and all in order to a great finale with dried fruits, candied oranges and sweet spices"
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Jim Murray's Whiskey Bible
93"A light smothering of orange blossom honey on deep vanilla. The Oakiness possesses a little church pew distiness...probabbly the softest Redbreasts delivery of all time, a restrained fruitiness taking its time to warm up and get going. A little starchy Pot Still makes its presence felt, and spices immediately after; a cadbury's chocolate fruit and nut finale with the grain being surprisingly reticent...; lots of toffee and vanilla late on; one of the most docile and pacific Redbreasts I've encountered in the last 30-off years. Lovely, thought. 40%."
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Ireland
Though wine may not be the first thing that comes to mind when you think of Ireland, the European Commission does indeed recognise it as a wine-producing entity, and the island does make wine from a small number of vineyards, primarily located in – appropriately – County Cork. Irish wines are generally white, but you’ll find a few reds in the mix, too. In addition to using grapes in winemaking, the Irish also produce a number of berry-based wines. Fortunately, beyond wine, Ireland has made its mark on the world alcoholic beverage stage in a number of other significant ways – most notably with cream liqueurs (think Baileys Irish Cream), Guinness, cider, gin, and, of course, Irish whiskey. In fact, Irish whiskey and cream liqueurs are the two most significant spirits in (and major drivers of) Ireland’s drinks industry.
Munster
Munster is a southern province in the Republic of Ireland; its urban centres include Cork, Waterford, and Limerick. It is one of two Irish whiskey regions (the other being Ulster) with a continuous and acclaimed distilling heritage that dates back centuries. Today, the province is still a driving force behind Irish whiskey for the broader global community of spirits lovers. It is home to some of the most famous whiskeys in the world, including Jameson, Midleton Very Rare, and Redbreast.
About the brand Redbreast
Built on a loyal following of ‘those in the know’, today Redbreast is the largest selling Single Pot Still Irish Whiskey in the world, and is considered the definitive expression of the traditional Irish spirit.
The name 'Redbreast' itself refers to the bird, Robin Redbreast, and is attributed to the then Chairman of Gilbey's (Redbreast's original parent company), who was an avid bird-fancier.
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