THE VINTAGE COLLECTION 1984-2023
Midleton Very Rare 2008: A Vintage of Unparalleled Irish Whiskey Craftsmanship
Opens with aromas of cedarwood, roasted coffee beans and vanilla along with hints of nutmeg spice and cinnamon. Delicate citrus fruits and sweet pear slowly appear along with floral honey that give balance to the rich charred oak influence, creating an intriguing and wonderfully complex and mellow whiskey.
Silky texture with sweet vanilla and caramelised brown sugar notes reminiscent of crème brûlée, while the spices dance and linger for a time until the soft wood tannins from the old oak appear, adding a mellow and full-bodied character, complementing the delicate fruits and dairy chocolate fudge.
Rich and full bodied, with the fruits and spices quietly fading, allowing the oak to have the final word.