Description
Glendalough 7 Year Mizunara Cask Single Malt Irish Whiskey
Single Malt Irish Whiskey | 46% ABV (92 Proof) | 750mL
Process & Profile
This expression begins as a sevenyearaged malt distilled from 100% Irish barley at Glendalough Distillery in Wicklow. After maturation in exbourbon barrels, it is finished for 812 months in rare Japanese Mizunara oak from Hokkaido. Mizunara’s porous grain imparts exotic wood flavorssandalwood, cinnamon, dark chocolatewhile preserving the whiskey’s bright, floral Irish character.
Tasting Notes
Nose: Vibrant, fruity, and floralwith orchard fruit, honey, dark chocolate orange, sandalwood, and cinnamon
Palate: Luxurious and smooth, layered with ptisserie spice, stewed fruits, citrus blossom, dark chocolate, and oriental incense
Finish: Exceptionally longlingering toasted oak, oriental spices, and rich dark chocolate
What Makes It Special
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Pioneering use of costly Mizunara oak in Irish whiskey finishing
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First distilled Irish malt matured in ex-bourbon, then Mizunara casks
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Bottled at 92 proof, offering boldness without harshness
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Highly awarded: Double Gold at SF World Spirits 2022 & NYISC 2023
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Artisanal small-batch (~Bottles from batch no.001), crafted by a Wicklow-based micro-distillery
How to Enjoy
Serve neat or with a drop of water in a Glencairn or tulip glass to let the exotic oak notes bloom. Excellent for contemplative sipping or as the grand finale to a whiskey flight.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What is the ABV?
46% ABV (92 Proof). -
What makes Mizunara special?
Japanese oak known for sandalwood, cinnamon, and incense characteristics. -
How long is it aged?
7 years in bourbon barrels with an additional 812 months in Mizunara. -
Is it a limited release?
Yessmall batch, first of its kind from Glendalough. -
What flavor does Mizunara add?
Dark chocolate, sandalwood, cinnamon, incense, and oriental spices. -
Has it won awards?
Double Gold at SF World Spirits Competition 2022 and NYISC 2023.
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