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MIDLETON VERY RARE 2024 VINTAGE RELEASE

Introducing Midleton Very Rare 2024 Irish Whiskey

You have discovered something truly exceptional here! The Midleton Very Rare 2024 Vintage Release celebrates 40 years of whiskey mastery, crafted with care by Master Distiller Kevin O’Gorman. Aged in the finest oak barrels, this whiskey is a rare and luxurious collector’s piece. Perfect for those special moments, it showcases the pinnacle of Irish whiskey craftsmanship. To truly appreciate this exclusive release, let the whiskey speak for itself—crafted with precision, care, and legacy. Cheers!

Midleton Very Rare 2024
ABV 40%
Aroma

Richly scented vanilla with delightful floral and herbal notes to the fore, while aromas of orchard fruits gently build over time, adding ripe apple and sweet pear. The pot still spices, complemented by the nuanced American oak, add warming notes of cinnamon, clove and freshly mown hay that mingle with the delectable notes of toffee and heather honey.

Taste

Silky smooth and luscious at first with mouth-watering tropical fruit notes of peach and nectarine, combining effortlessly with the decadent tastes of crème brûlée, toffee-apple and chocolate dipped honeycomb. The delicate floral grain qualities and full-bodied pot still spices combine seamlessly with the charred oak influences, showcasing a wonderfully balanced yet complex and elegant whiskey.

Finish

Lasting finish which sees the fruits and American oak continue to softly linger until the very end.

Vintage Release Information

The Midleton Very Rare 2024 Vintage Release celebrates 40 years of whiskey excellence, continuing the legacy of Barry Crockett. Released annually since 1984, this collection epitomizes the mastery of Irish whiskey craftsmanship. The 2024 vintage release is highly anticipated and will be available in late 2024.

Kevin O'Gorman, Master Distiller

“While every year the Master Distiller adds their own unique touch to the final product, the profile and very essence of Midleton Very Rare remains the same. When creating the annual vintage, my aim is to preserve the timeless elegance and finesse of the liquid that has become synonymous with the Midleton Very Rare brand over the last forty years, while introducing my own twist by carefully adjusting elements such as grain and pot still whiskey contributions, as well as cask selections, to unveil new flavours. We believe we have achieved just that with this year’s remarkable annual vintage, which we look forward to sharing with you all.”

Kevin O’Gorman, Master Distiller

Drawing upon his wealth of experience in both distillation and maturation, O’Gorman has artfully created a whiskey that remains true to the Midleton Very Rare profile, while introducing a subtle yet defining twist for this year’s annual vintage.

GET TO KNOW MIDLETON VERY RARE 2024

What is Midleton Very Rare 2024?

Midleton Very Rare 2024 is the latest vintage release of the prestigious Midleton whiskey series, celebrating 40 years of Irish whiskey excellence.

How is Midleton Very Rare 2024 made?

This whiskey is carefully crafted from a blend of the finest single pot still and grain whiskeys, aged between 12 and 33 years.

What are the flavours of Midleton Very Rare 2024?

Expect rich aromas of vanilla, orchard fruits, and spices, followed by tropical fruits, crème brûlée, and a smooth oak finish.

What is the alcohol content of Midleton Very Rare 2024?

The Midleton Very Rare 2024 has an ABV of 40%.

What is the best way to drink Midleton Very Rare 2024?

This whiskey can be enjoyed neat or with a few drops of water to release its complex flavors. It can also be enjoyed in cocktails such as Irish Oak Old Fashioned or Stirred Sunrise.

What makes Midleton Very Rare 2024 special?

It marks the 40th anniversary of the Midleton Very Rare series and is one of the most collectible Irish whiskeys.

When is the Midleton Very Rare 2024 release date?

The Midleton Very Rare 2024 edition was officially released on February 28, 2024.

What is the price of Midleton Very Rare 2024?

The Midleton Very Rare 2024 price is expected to range between €200 and €300.

What is the difference between Midleton Very Rare 2024 and Midleton Very Rare 2023?

The key difference between Midleton Very Rare 2024 and Midleton Very Rare 2023 lies in their tasting profiles and ingredients. The 2024 release emphasizes tropical fruit flavors such as peach and nectarine, accompanied by crème brûlée and chocolate-dipped honeycomb, with a smooth and balanced finish of American oak. In contrast, the 2023 release offers a medley of fruits like nectarine and green apple, with herbal notes of ginger and chamomile tea, showcasing a more complex interaction between pot still spices and charred oak influences. Each vintage reflects unique aging and blending choices.

More Ways to Celebrate Midleton Very Rare’s 40th Anniversary

Midleton Very Rare Ruby Edition

40th Anniversary Ruby Edition

To celebrate 40 years of Midleton Very Rare, the pinnacle of Irish whiskey, Irish Distillers is thrilled to launch the Midleton Very Rare 40th Anniversary Ruby Edition. An exquisite blend of single pot still and single grain Irish whiskeys, with an age range spanning four decades and finished in a ruby port cask, only the most exceptional and rarest liquids from the Midleton store house have been selected and masterfully married to form this expression. 

Midleton Very Rare Ruby Edition

40th Anniversary Ruby Edition NFT

To build on this historic anniversary, Midleton Very Rare are launching a special Ruby Edition NFT bottle. In collaboration with Keane’s Jewellers in Co. Cork, this unique bottle features hand engraved 18-carat solid gold on both the neck and stopper and thirty-two rubies encrusted within the neck collar, making it a true collector’s item, and a unique piece of art. The 32 rubies are extremely unique in that they are identical in both quality and style.