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Irish Whiskey · Cork, Ireland

Green Spot

Single-pot-stallion from a 200-year-old Dublin merchant.

ABV40%
AgeNAS
Price$55–70
Rating4.3 ★

Distillery

Midleton Distillery

Tasting notes

Nose
Malt, spice, honey
Palate
Bright with malt, honey, apple, and warming spice
Finish
Medium-long, clean

Flavor profile

maltspicehoneyoakapple

How to drink it

  • neat
  • rocks

Food pairings

  • roasted chicken
  • apple pie
  • sharp cheddar
  • sushi

Price tier

Special-occasion shelf. $50–100. Reach for celebrations.

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