Midleton Very Rare 2016 Irish Whiskey

Midleton Very Rare 2016 Irish Whiskey

Crisp red apple leads the introduction of yellow banana with the citrus zest of mandarin. The fruit merges with the ex-bourbon barrel contribution of vanilla sweetness while the charred oak combines effortlessly with the pot-still spices.

Not to contradict the aroma, succulent ripe fruits are to the fore slowly evolving through some peppery spices and settling into a satisfying woodland character with hazelnuts representing the contribution of the best quality American oak.

Soft ripe fruit reluctantly gives way to the sweet nuttiness of American oak.