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With its rich history, complex flavor, and pedigreed musical ties (Slane Castle has hosted performances from U2, David Bowie, and Queen), this affordable bottling is a steal. It’s bold and layered with flavors of caramel, vanilla, and dried fruit. Distilled on the grounds housing the old Slane Castle, this Irish whiskey is aged in a selection of three different casks: virgin oak, seasoned whiskey, and Oloroso sherry. Slane hails from the Boyne River Valley, which was once home to many other distilleries, and is one of the few that has revitalized the tradition. Region: Ireland | ABV: 40% | Tasting Notes: Caramel, vanilla, dried fruit View On Drizly View On ReserveBar View On Affordable enough to be your everyday whiskey, poured into a tumbler over a big cube of ice, this bottle is also worthy of special occasions when breaking out the specialty whiskey tasting glass and savoring it neat. “It is lighter than most and also sophisticated, making it refreshing to drink in the summer months neat, on the rocks, or as a foundation in a long cocktail, where its delicate fruitiness and spice complement almost any flavor profile,” says Kenneth McCoy, chief creative officer at Ward III and The Rum House in New York City. The result is a platonic ideal of an Irish whiskey: incredibly sippable yet nuanced with layered flavors of apples and cinnamon toast. The signature, entry-level release from independent bottler Knappogue Castle is triple distilled in copper pot stills for a bright, clean start, then aged in bourbon casks for 12 years. Region: Ireland | ABV: 43% | Tasting Notes: Apples, baking spices, toast View On ReserveBar View On Minibar Delivery View On Our top pick is the Knappogue Castle 12 Year Single Malt because it's affordable enough to be your everyday whiskey yet still luxurious enough to sip for special occasions.Īccording to our research, here are some of the top Irish whiskeys to drink right now. Of course, there’s always space on the bar for the old standbys, too. It probably wasn't too long ago that the Irish whiskey section at your liquor store was limited to just three or four big brands, but now it’s likely overflowing with bottles marked with different age statements and barrel finishes. Some are more suited for cocktailing, and others can be sipped solo just as you might a fine scotch or bourbon.Īnd, lucky for us, the category keeps growing, with more examples available in the U.S.

Generally known as a lighter whiskey without heavy notes of smoke or oaky vanilla, there is nonetheless a wide and diverse range of Irish whiskeys to be sampled and enjoyed.

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Unburdened by the nerdery that surrounds bourbon, free of the regional knowledge requirements of Scotch, and generally more affordable than both categories, Irish whiskey is an easy-drinking spirit perfect for both whiskey beginners and experts alike.

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