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Kilbeggan Traditional Irish Whiskey
A blend from Kilbeggan, which still distils under its 1757 licence. Double distillation gives a fuller malty character with gentle sweetness.
Details
| Brand | Kilbeggan |
|---|---|
| Distillery | Kilbeggan |
| Origin | Ireland / County Westmeath |
| Style | Blended |
| Age | NAS |
| ABV | 40% |
| Cask | Bourbon casks |
Flavour profile
- Smoky
- Sweet
- Fruity
- Spicy
- Rich
* Editorial estimate.
Tasting notes
- Nose
- Soft malt, honey and vanilla.
- Palate
- Smooth and sweet, with malty flavour and light spice.
- Finish
- Clean, with lingering malty sweetness.
* Editorial tasting notes.
How to enjoy it
- Highball
- On the rocks
Light and easy-drinking — ideal for everyday highballs or mizuwari. On the rocks the malty sweetness comes through.
Food pairing
Simple dishes such as sausages, potatoes or grilled fish.
Background & production
Kilbeggan Distillery in County Westmeath, founded in 1757, is regarded as one of Ireland's oldest licensed distilleries. The licence was kept up even during closures, and whiskey is still distilled there under the original 1757 licence. It is owned by Suntory Global Spirits.
Traditional is a double-distilled blend of grain and malt whiskeys, aged at least four years in ex-bourbon casks and bottled at 40%.
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