Redbreast Announces Tawny Port Cask Edition
Irish Distillers has unveiled Redbreast Tawny Port Cask Edition, the third release in the Redbreast Iberian Series.
Redbreast Tawny Port Cask Edition is the second limited edition to join the series, following the 2021 release of Redbreast Pedro Ximénez Edition, and permanent expression and series anchor, Redbreast Lustau Edition.
Created by Master Blender Billy Leighton and Blender Dave McCabe, Redbreast Tawny Port Cask Edition is a triple distilled, single pot still Irish whiskey initially matured in a combination of ex-bourbon and oloroso sherry casks. A portion of these maturing whiskeys were re-casked into tawny port casks for an undisclosed number of years. All of the whiskeys were then blended and married in freshly seasoned tawny port hogsheads for a final maturation period of 14-25 months before being bottled at 46% ABV.
Official tasting notes for Redbreast Tawny Port Cask Edition follow:
Aroma: Sweet and warming confectionery notes of buttered pastry accompanied by aromas of caramelised almonds with subtle undertones of praline and dried cherry. Scented floral honey with whisperings of a delicate herbal character linger in the background while the seasoned oak and pot still spices accentuate the sweet and full-bodied nature of this wonderfully balanced whiskey.
Taste: Rich and nutty at first with notes of chocolate coated hazelnut and salted caramel, quickly followed with fresh plums and dried fig. The tannins’ soft presence works in harmony with the luscious and creamy texture, evoking notes of orange marmalade with delicate hints of toasted oak.
Finish: Lingering finish which sees the pot still spices and fruits slowly fading, leaving the tawny seasoned oak to have the last word.
Redbreast Tawny Port Cask Edition will be available in USA, Ireland, UK, China, Australia, Canada, France, Germany, Global Travel Retail, and online beginning September 18th. It carries a suggested retail price of €100, £79, and $100, respectively.
Source: Irish Distillers.
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It’s already out in some states.