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Jameson Tasting

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Midleton LogoThe latest tasting at Trinity Hall Irish Pub (my favorite tasting venue of late) is the line of Jameson Irish Whiskies and the annual Midleton release from the Midleton Distillery.  Here’s the lineup:

  • Jameson Irish Whiskey – $20
  • Jameson 12 Year – $39
  • Powers Gold Label 12 Year- $33
  • Redbreast 12 Year – $45
  • Jameson Gold Reserve – $63
  • Jameson Rarest Vintage Reserve – $290
  • Midleton Very Rare – $130

Of these, the Redbreast 12 , Jameson 12 and Jameson Gold Reserve were standouts.  I already have a bottle of Redbreast 12, but I think that my next Irish whiskey will be Jameson 12.  The two premium offerings were quite good as well, but not enough to tempt me when compared to some Scotch single malts in that price range.  I should also note that the Jameson Original and Powers Gold Label weren’t even worth drinking, in my opinion.  I’ve never really liked Irish whiskey and Jameson Original is a big reason for that.  I’m now discovering that there are some good ones out there and I’m looking forward to enjoying them.

Redbreast 12 Year Old Single Potstill Irish Whisky

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Single Pot Still Irish, 12 Years, 40% ABV, $45

Single Pot Still Irish,
12 Years, 40% ABV, $45

My nose is a bit off due to allergic reactions to the Spring (this is Texas), but I’m trudging forward as best as I can. I may follow up with some additional notes. In any case, this whisky produces smells of creamy dark caramel, ginger, dark cherry, grass, ripe apple and malted dark chocolate.

I taste ginger, apple, lemon zest, vanilla, dried peach, creamy caramel and white pepper. The finish is mildly leathery with the white pepper persisting beyond everything else along with a bit of wood. This is a tasty, spicy whisky without too much sweetness or bitterness. The fruit and candy flavors work well with the overall flavor profile.

This is such a huge step up from Jameson Irish Whisky because everything seems to come together nicely in a way that livens up the experience. Jameson is thin by comparison. I’m definitely glad that I picked this one up and, of course, I’ll have another dram on St. Paddy’s Day.