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Product Description
Midleton Very Rare 2018 is a marriage of specially-selected casks of pot still and single grain Irish whiskeys, all of which were aged exclusively in lightly-charred ex-bourbon barrels for at least 12 years. This whiskey has rich notes of vanilla on the palate, with subtle floral notes and fresh citrus alongside black pepper, cloves and cinnamon. The vanilla builds alongside toasted oak and sweet orchard fruits for a lingering finish.
Created in 1984 by Master Distiller Emeritus Barry Crockett, Midleton Very Rare is an expression of his expertise and his art. A new vintage is released every year, and this year the series celebrates its 35th release.
Product Facts
Product Facts
Vintage
Country
Ireland
Midleton Very Rare Vintage Release Bot.2018
70cl / 40%
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Tasting Notes
Tasting Notes From the Producers
Nose
Vanilla sweetness with a light floral perfume. Some citrus zest combines with fresh herbs and sweet spices complimented by a touch of black pepper and charred oak.
Taste
Mouth-coating sweetness of vanilla, cinnamon and clove, enriched with a hint of green apple and unripe banana. Peppery pot still spices, along with charred American oak, add complexity.
Finish
Soft sweet spices fade leisurely leaving the final say to the charred oak and barley grains.
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Customer Reviews
(7 Reviews)
Realy soft and easy to drink love it
Just bought and tasted the 2018 after not having bought a Very Rare for about 10 years. All of the things I loved about the previous 2000-2008 vintages come through here. It is all the best flavors you want in their purest form
I am a huge fan of this whiskey. I don't usually go for blended ones but this one is blended to perfection. One of the best bottles I have ever tasted. Your palate is taken through soft citrus flavours, grains and then that vanilla and spice. It has no harshness. It is a true delight.
Absolutely the best whiskey I have ever tasted
I buy this for my family every Christmas & they said it was even better than usual this year!