Redbreast 15 Year

Neat had a more full range of flavors and definitely had the kick at the end as described on the box. On the rocks brought the wood flavors more reminding more of a scotch style flavor.

I enjoy this boy too, but the 12 is better by a decent margin. Whereas the 12 is slow and steady wins the race, keeping the palate consistently full from sip to finish, this guy is like a bottle rocket; it hits you harder than the 12 with alcohol and sherry up front and then drops off. I’d need to sip it pretty consistently to keep up the savor. On the nose, it’s floral and metallic, like the tinge of well water. Copper sits with me on the quick finish.

You can smell 4 things: flowers, well water and alcohol. It’s very front heavy. I will say, it’s got a lot more body than I would have expected from an Irish. But that’s partially due to the 92 proof. It’s got that little bit of heat from the higher alcohol content. The finish is a tad bit hot, but the linger is incredible, although brief. It’s kinda like, “k bye!” after a few seconds. Good dram! Lives up to what an Irish can be.

Wonderful berry and almond nose, slight licorice and caramel on tongue. A substantial heat rising up on the swallow. But wants you to come back for more.

A lot of the spice like the 12 but smoother. Delightful.