The Busker Single Pot Still (Single Collection)

At first I was not sure I liked the strong flavor of this one but it grew on me and after sitting for a while and after tasting the single malt, I think this is the best of the 3-4 variations. Reminds me of a much stronger flavor version of Teeling small batch but without as much burn and more viscous. The finish lingers a long time. Will likely buy again to have on hand.

Aroma reminds me of a Farmer’s Market in the fall with the mix of fruit and grain and pastries and breads, etc., etc., it’s so enjoyable; Palate is an earthier delivery of the array of profiles in the aroma, but without that “Farmer’s Market” essence since you can’t really taste a Farmer’s Market; Finish shifts and moves from fruity to more earthy but always fades to vanilla taffy.

Another very tasty release from the Royal Oaks Distillery in southeastern Ireland. If I am reading the info correctly on their website the single pot mash bill is malted and unmalted barley, but no other cheaper grain that most others use. The distillate is aged in both former bourbon and sherry barrels. Pouring amber in the nosing glass it offers up a delightful bouquet of aromas, more so than the single malt. There are floral notes, vanilla, chocolate, honey, and gentle spice. These flavors wash across the tongue, all the time showing an underlying sweetness and hint of ripe fruit. It is very soft in the mouth, though not as silky as the single malt. The finish is medium and at the very end a bit of oak spice. If I could only choose one of this single pot still or the single malt to have on my desert isle, I would choose this delightful single pot still--but would wish I could have both.

Super light up front, mild. Nice warmth later. Ends pleasantly, without the cheap fire of other Irish whiskeys at the same price like Black Bush.