Glendalough Single Malt Mizunara Cask Finish is a genuinely pioneering Irish whiskey. As the first Irish whiskey distillery to use the rare and exotic Mizunara oak, Glendalough ventured far off the beaten path to bring Irish single malt and Japanese oak together for the first time. The result is a whiskey of extraordinary character, shaped by one of the most sought-after cask types in the world.

Why You'll Love It

Mizunara oak comes from the volcanic northern island of Hokkaido, Japan. The trunks of these uniquely beautiful trees grow twisted and are notoriously difficult to cooper due to their porousness. But therein lies the magic: whiskey seeps deeper into the wood, extracting more flavour from this unique cask than almost any other. The result is a whiskey with a luxuriously smooth mouthfeel, layers of orchard fruit and biscuity malt, and a long, spiced finish of dark chocolate and toasted oak that lingers long after the glass is empty. Multiple Double Gold awards confirm what the palate already knows.

Distillery and Production

Glendalough Distillery, County Wicklow, Ireland. Single malt Irish whiskey, aged 7 years, finished in Mizunara oak casks from Hokkaido, Japan. Bottled at 46% ABV.

Awards

San Francisco World Spirits Competition 2022: Irish Single Malt, Double Gold. New York International Spirits Competition 2022: Whiskey, Double Gold. Meiningers International Spirits Award 2022: Whiskey, Gold. New York International Spirits Competition 2023: Whiskey, Double Gold.

Tasting Notes

Nose: Vibrant, fruity, and floral. Palate: Fresh and citrussy with orchard fruits. A luxuriously smooth mouthfeel. Biscuity malt throughout. Vanilla, fudge, and honey from the bourbon cask. The Mizunara brings dark chocolate orange, sandalwood, and cinnamon. Finish: Exceptionally long, with toasted oak and spices, and dark chocolate lingering even longer.

Perfect Pairings

Best enjoyed neat or with a few drops of water to open up the Mizunara complexity. Pairs beautifully with dark chocolate, candied orange peel, and aged hard cheeses. An exceptional collector's dram and a remarkable gift.

Details

Distillery: Glendalough, County Wicklow. Country: Ireland. ABV: 46%. Cask: Mizunara Oak Finish. Style: Single Malt Irish Whiskey. Age: 7 years.

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