Irish Distillers Launches Jameson Remixed Caribbean Beats
Irish Distillers has announced Jameson Remixed Caribbean Beats, a limited edition Irish whiskey that’s been fully matured in rum casks for 21 years.
Jameson Remixed Caribbean Beats is a blend of single pot still and single grain Irish whiskeys that were initially matured in rum casks sourced from the Caribbean island of Barbados for 18 years. The whiskey was then transferred to Selección de Maestros Havana Club Cuban rum seasoned casks for an additional three years, before being bottled at 46% ABV.
Official tasting notes for Jameson Remixed Caribbean Beats follow:
Nose: Warming spices accompanied by figs, toasted almonds, muscovado sugar, and coconut shavings. The pot still spices are accentuated by the rum seasoned oak adding notes of ginger and candied fruits which complement the grain whiskey’s floral character that gently lingers in the background allowing the rum influences to shine through, adding vanilla, tobacco leaf and cacao nibs.
Taste: Luscious and sweet at first with notes of chocolate dipped honeycomb, orange zest, and mango. Spices of cinnamon and nutmeg with dustings of white pepper add a mild intensity, working in balance with the herbal and earthy qualities creating further complexity. The grain whiskey’s soft and elegant presence brings additional zest and vibrancy from the many years of ageing in the rum-seasoned casks while the pot still-driven fruits and sweetness have been further amplified.
Finish: Long and lasting with the fruits and sweet spices lingering for a time before slowly fading, allowing the oak and rum seasoning to have the final say.
Jameson Remixed Caribbean Beats is limited to 2,900 bottles, available exclusively online via jamesonwhiskey.com for €280 per 500 mL bottle.
Source: Irish Distillers.