woody malty
4.3
(27)
€40Ireland, Pot Still

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At Midleton Distillery, the Redbreast team still leans on old pot still practice. Malted and unmalted barley go into the mash, then copper stills do the heavy lifting. That choice gives the spirit a weighty texture you notice quickly. Bourbon wood brings gentle vanilla and cream. Sherry casks pull in dried fruit, nutty sweetness, and spice. The profile moves from honeyed softness to pepper and toasted oak. It feels layered without becoming loud. You keep finding new corners in the glass, which is why this bottle has such loyal fans.

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About the distillery

Distillery

Redbreast

The name Redbreast goes back to 1912, when a Dublin spirits merchant in Ireland first sold a whisky under that label. The chairman of Gilbey's was a keen birdwatcher, and he named it after the robin redbreast. It is one of the more charming origin stories in Irish whisky. Today Redbreast is made at the Midleton Distillery in County Cork, Ireland. It is a single pot still whisky, a style historically unique to Ireland. The mash blends both malted and unmalted barley, and the spirit is distilled three times in copper pot stills. That unmalted barley gives the whisky its signature creamy texture and spicy bite. Maturation happens in both American bourbon casks and European sherry casks, which adds a nutty, fruity depth. Redbreast is the best-selling single pot still Irish whisky in the world.

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About the Redbreast 12 years single pot still

Redbreast 12 years single pot still is a classic Irish whisky from Ireland. Redbreast shapes it at Midleton Distillery in County Cork, using traditional single pot still methods. The mash combines malted and unmalted barley for extra texture and weight. Triple distillation in copper stills keeps the spirit rich but precise. Twelve years in bourbon and sherry casks builds depth without masking character. That balance helps this bottle stay relevant for both newcomers and long-time drinkers. Redbreast 12 years single pot still opens with dried fruit, honey, and gentle citrus. A creamy wave follows, backed by vanilla, almond, and soft brown sugar. Then sherry sweetness meets toasted oak and black pepper on the palate. The texture feels oily and full, not thin or sharp. This is where Redbreast stands apart from lighter Irish styles. It carries flavour density while keeping the profile clear and steady. At Midleton Distillery, pot still whisky has been guarded for almost two centuries. The Redbreast house style treats that tradition as a living craft. Local barley and copper still work give the spirit its meatycereal backbone. Cask choice does the rest, adding spice, wood, and chocolate depth. The result is dependable quality that still feels handcrafted in the glass. Few everyday bottles show this much character at 40% ABV. For searchers seeking a 12 year old pot-still whisky, this is a reliable choice. It suits drinkers who want richness without heavy smoke or peat. You get sherry influence, oak structure, and sweet fruit in one pour. Redbreast keeps the identity focused, so each sip stays recognisable. Redbreast 12 years single pot still remains an ideal gift for whisky lovers.