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An Echlinville Anticipation
As we anticipate the imminent debut of Echlinville’s inaugural spirit, I find it fitting to reflect on some of my… Read more An Echlinville Anticipation
Echlinville’s ‘The Beginning’ Launch Night
This was one of the most eagerly awaited nights in the history of Irish whiskey. We’ve seen Killowen and Shortcross… Read more Echlinville’s ‘The Beginning’ Launch Night
Shortcross Rye and Malt Cask Strength
Since I had the opportunity to taste Shortcross’ rye and malt expression last year, one of my main observations was… Read more Shortcross Rye and Malt Cask Strength
Echlinville’s Newest New ‘Old Comber’
In September 2021, the inaugural release of the ‘New Old Comber’ arrived shortly after the immense success of the ‘Whiskey… Read more Echlinville’s Newest New ‘Old Comber’
Two Stacks Unleashed: Polaris 2.1, Tokaji Wine, and the Eco-Epic Whiskey Experience
Three releases of Polaris whisky have graced us, swiftly disappearing and leaving Two Stacks Polaris as a fleeting treasure. Not… Read more Two Stacks Unleashed: Polaris 2.1, Tokaji Wine, and the Eco-Epic Whiskey Experience
Crafting Tradition Down Under: Tara Distillery’s Australian Poitín
Not everything happens as planned, does it? In the midst of my two-week trip in Australia, my initial intention was… Read more Crafting Tradition Down Under: Tara Distillery’s Australian Poitín
Crafting Complexity: Exploring Hybrid Mash Bills of Pot Still and Malt Whiskey
As the whiskey festival season approaches, a wave of new releases unfurls, creating excitement. The sheer variety can be somewhat… Read more Crafting Complexity: Exploring Hybrid Mash Bills of Pot Still and Malt Whiskey
Small Pot, Big Flavours; the Baoilleach raison d’être
I’ve previously discussed the advantageous ‘Friends of Irish Whiskey’ Facebook group and the release of special single casks throughout the… Read more Small Pot, Big Flavours; the Baoilleach raison d’être
Powers Irish Whiskey Friends of Midleton Single Cask
Social media, as we all know, has grown vastly in the last decade or so, both for good and for… Read more Powers Irish Whiskey Friends of Midleton Single Cask
The Water Of Life 