Redbreast Lustau Edition

Amazing, sweet and smooth

really good Irish, complex. no licorice like others

Appearance: A caramel copper color tints this Irish whiskey. Thin, extra viscous legs cling to the inside of the glass after a swirl. Nose: Fruity and honeyed is the overarching theme of the nose. Notes of dark plum, dried apricot, lemon, a dustiness, cut hay, sugary candy, and peach tea all contribute to the bouquet. Taste: I heavily agree with our friend, Mr. Phillips - the very first sip is a big punch of fruity flavor. Like Rocky Balboa wearing a Latino fruit hat punching you in the face while you’re eating a fruit salad. Notes of pineapple, tangy orange citrus, sweet red apple, pear, watermelon, caramel, and honey decorate the palate. There is an oily body and mouthfeel that’s nice as it helps those flavors stick around for a bit. Finish: The finish is long with a honey sweetness aftertaste that rises then eventually fades after the swallow. Thoughts: This variant of the Redbreast family is very good but not quite as complex and at the tier of the 12 year old. I still would recommend it and if fruity whiskies are your wheelhouse, this will very much deliver! I can see this being a great spring and summer choice whiskey. I also think the proof on this one was a great choice! Watering it down does it no favors. Midleton, thanks again! Sláinte!

On the nose I am immediately reminded of Lustau Oloroso Sherry, which is one of the few bottles of Sherry I have actually tasted before. Rich, dark aromas of dried fruit, prunes, figs, marzipan, slightly smoky toasted oak, savoury spices and a hint of licorice root and floral hints. - To the palate it has a creamy viscosity to it, very spicy with sweet, syrupy sherry notes. Strong European Oak flavours resembling new oak, very nutty, savory, woody and spicy. There’s also a floral note that reminds me of young rye, but must be raw barley. - The finish has a lingering Sherry sweetness, but the dominant flavours are of spices and toasted European Oak, giving a very leathery, dry finish. — Whiskey Mark: 93