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Irish Whiskey · Cork, Ireland

Redbreast 12

The single-pot-still gold standard. Rich and sherried.

ABV40%
Age12 Year
Price$55–70
Rating4.6 ★

Distillery

Midleton Distillery

Tasting notes

Nose
Sherry, dried fruit, spice, oak
Palate
Rich with sherry, dried fruit, toffee, and warm spice
Finish
Long, with sherry and gentle oak

Flavor profile

sherrydried fruitspiceoaktoffee

How to drink it

  • neat
  • rocks

Food pairings

  • roasted lamb
  • Christmas cake
  • strong cheese
  • dark chocolate

Price tier

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

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