Writer's Tears Single Pot Still

 

From the distillery website

Originally matured in bourbon barrels, the triple-distilled, single pot still whiskey, was then further matured in Pedro Ximenez Sherry casks from Spain and Florio Marsala Hogsheads from Sicily, before being cut at a juicy 46% ABV. 

Nose: Candied sweetness and toffee apples.

Taste: Notes of pot still spice and the velvet, dessert-like qualities of PX Sherry, finishing with a light chewiness. 

Finish: A lingering finish with great warmth

Tasting notes:

Appearance: Deep honey-gold, forms a thin line which eventually beads before falling as thin, slow legs

Nose: Toffee sweetness, red berries, strawberry Starburst sweets.

Palate: Soft, easy entrance followed by a hit of ginger and cinnamon spice. Vanilla and caramel follow, then sultanas and almond nuttiness.

Finish: Lingering spice and tobacco, turning to slight, but not unpleasant, dried orange peel bitterness.

Summary: Probably my favourite of the four whiskies sampled, and once again the casks have really had an impact. It has a lovely balance and keeps the palate interested with the mixture of spice and sweetness. A delightful mouthfeel, made even more creamy with the addition of a little water. With a current RRP of €60, this is one which is well worth seeking out.

If you would like more information on Writer's Tears whiskey, or Walsh Whiskey, follow the link to the company website 

This sample was part of a 4 dram tasting selection from the current Writer’s Tears range as part of a #TweetTasting session organised by @TheWhiskyWire and Walsh Whiskey.

Transparency: this sample pack was received free of charge for independent review. The author has no affiliation with the distillery, all opinions are my own and remain completely impartial.