Irish Whiskey

Irish whiskey is a type of whiskey that is produced in Ireland. The most popular irish whiskeys are Jameson and Bushmills.

Irish whiskey is made from a blend of malted and unmalted barley, which is then triple distilled. This unique distilling process gives irish whiskey its smooth and distinct flavor.

It is a great starting point for those looking to start on the Whiskey Journey, before moving onto Scotch, or simply sticking with the Irish forever more.

Irish whiskey is often enjoyed neat or with a splash of water, but it can also be used in cocktails. Some popular irish whiskey cocktails include the Irish Coffee and the Whiskey Sour.

If you're looking for a smooth and refreshing whiskey to enjoy on a warm day, irish whiskey is a great choice. So next time you're in the mood for a drink, give irish whiskey a try. You won't be disappointed.

In recent times Irish whiskey has been in the spotlight, due mainly to the launch of Proper Twelve which brough more eyes to the category on the back of a successful launch in the US, UK & Australia, customers simply couldn't get their hands on a bottle.

Created by UFC superstar Conor McGregor, proper twelve is a premium Irish whiskey that has quickly become a favorite among whiskey lovers, and has also brough new drinkers to the category. It's made with high-quality ingredients and has a delicious flavor that is sure to please everyone.

Hello Drinks exclusively launched Conor McGregor's whiskey in Australia, delivering over 3000 bottles to customers ahead of St Patricks Day in 2018, a proud moment for our Irish founder JP Tucker.

If you're looking for an excellent Irish whiskey that you can enjoy on any occasion, proper twelve is definitely worth checking out.

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Whiskey produced on the island of Ireland is known as Irish Whiskey. It is often triple-distilled from unmalted barley blended with grain Whiskey.

It was one of the distilled drinks in Europe in the 12th century. But Irish monks brought the perfume distilling technique back to Ireland around 1000 AD. Then they modified this technique to produce drinkable spirits.

Irish Whiskey is popular worldwide, especially in the United States and the United Kingdom, due to its exceptional fine smoothness. With the increase in its sales, the number of brands is also increasing. You can order Irish Whiskey of the top brands at Hello Drinks Superstore.

What are Different Types of Irish Whiskey?

Irish Whiskey is an alcoholic beverage perfect for both experts and beginners. It is generally lighter Whiskey without heavy notes of oaky vanilla and smoke flavours. Some brands are most suitable for preparing cocktails, and others are good to sip directly.

And luckily their categories are growing more and becoming available. Here are some of the best Irish Whiskeys you can try:

• Proclamation Blended Irish Whiskey

It is a full-bodied, smooth Whiskey matured in ex-Bourbon casks celebrating the birth of Proclamation and Ireland's independent alcohol. It has been expertly blended with sherry finished malt to add a toasted finish.

It is a triple-distilled Whiskey having distinctive characters because of the artful blending of rich and elegant casks. Therefore, Blended Whiskey is worth savouring. It has a superior taste with outstanding quality.

• The Pogues Irish Whiskey

The Pogues and West Cork Distillers Irish Whiskey have the highest malt content of any blended Whiskey. It has the aroma of cracked nuts with a sweet taste and intense flavour.

It is notably Ireland's only Whiskey maker who malt their own barley allowing exceptional control over flavours.

• Redbreast 15-Year-Old Irish Whiskey

It is a single-pot still Whiskey with rich flavours of dried fruits, roasted nuts, exotic spices, and chocolate. Its finish is sophisticated and long. It has a slightly golden colour with copper tints.

• Order Grace O'Malley Blended Irish Whiskey

This Irish Whiskey combines multiple batches of malt and grain whiskies of varying ages. These whiskies are hand-selected from various casks, including ex-Bourbon, French oak, and ex-Rum barrels. As a result, it is a fantastic balance of depth and flavour.

• Buy Connemara Peated Single Malt Irish Whiskey

Ancient distilling traditions inspire this Irish Whiskey. As a result, it has a smooth and traditional style with a distinct and complex peaty taste of an Islay whiskey. In addition, this single Malt Whisky has the aromas of nuts and dried fruits.

It delicately balances the peppery and earthy notes and a dryish medium-bodied palate with a touch of reedy wood, buttery, and dry caramel.

• Shop for Writers Tears Pot Still Blended Irish Whiskey

It is a sweet, light Whiskey prepared from single malt and single pot still Whiskies. As a result, it has honeyed and fruity notes. It has a long and elegant finish with almonds and milk chocolate notes. It has a slightly golden colour.

• Buy Jameson Cooper's Croze Irish Whiskey

This Irish Whiskey showcases the diversity of barrels. It has a charred virgin oak character perfectly balanced with nutty, toasted flavours and slight notes of sherry and dried fruits. In addition, it has a vanilla and floral aroma.

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What Type of Cocktails can you Make with Irish Whiskey?

Irish Whiskey is very smooth, versatile, and best to create impressive drinks. There are various great cocktail recipes to try with this Whiskey. Some of them are as follows:

• Irish Coffee Recipe

Irish Coffee is not the first alcoholic beverage, but it has become one of the most famous cocktails. When you combine Irish Whisky with coffee, this classic drink will refresh you in cold mornings and will keep you active during long nights.

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 ounces Irish Whisky
• 2 teaspoons Brown Sugar
• Hot Brewed Coffee
• Whipped Cream

Directions

• Fill a Coffee mug with hot water. Let it sit for 2 minutes. Then, discard the water.
• Add the Irish Whisky and brown sugar to the heated mug.
• Now, fill it with the coffee.

Then, stir it. Top with an inch of unsweetened lightly whipped cream for garnishing.

• Irish Winter Recipe

This drink is a variation of the classic Irish Coffee cocktail. Coffee Liquor adds an extra creaminess and smoothness into a beverage with coffee.

Ingredients

• Coffee Liqueur- 25 ml
• Irish Whisky 25ml
• Freshly Brewed Coffee
• Whipped Cream

Directions

• Add Coffee liquor into a shaker
• Then, pour Irish Whisky into it.
• Finally, add hot brewed coffee to the mixture.

Shake it for a few seconds. Then, top it with whipped cream.

• Irish Gold Recipe

It is a simple cocktail prepared to enjoy the lighter side of Irish Whisky. The result of this fruity cocktail is refreshing, and you can enjoy this drink during happy hours.

Ingredients

• Irish Whisky - 2 ounces
• Peach Schnapps - 1/2 ounce
• Orange Juice - 1 splash
• Ginger Ale - 4 to 5 ounces
• Lemon - 1 slice

Directions

• Fill a shaker with ice cubes.
• Then, combine Irish Whisky, orange juice and peach schnapps in a shaker.
• Shake it thoroughly.
• Pour it into the Collins glass.
• Top it with ginger ale.

You can garnish it with a lime slice and serve this refreshing drink.

• Massey Cocktail Recipe

This cocktail with an unusual recipe works surprisingly well. It brings the harmony of different flavours and creates an elegant taste.

Ingredients

• Irish Whisky - 1 ounce
• Gin - 1 ounce
• Sweet Vermouth - 3/4 ounce
• Green Chartreuse - 1/4 ounce
• Campari - 1/8 ounce
• Orange Twist

Directions

• Pour the Irish Whisky into the mixing glass
• Then, add gin and sweet Vermouth to it.
• Now, mix it with Green Chartreuse and Campari.
• Add ice and stir vigorously for 30 seconds.
• Strain the mixture into a chilled cocktail glass.

You can garnish with an orange twist. Then, serve and enjoy the drink.

• Blackberry Malt Recipe

Blackberries and Irish Whisky come together in the blackberry malt. Though fresh fruits don't appear much in Irish Cocktails, this recipe works well. Enjoy this drink during the summer or spring for any occasion.

Ingredients

• Divided Fresh Blackberries - 5
• Simple Syrup - 3/4 ounce
• Irish Whisky - 1 3/4 ounces
• Freshly Squeezed Lime Juice - 3/4 ounce
• Sparkling Water - 3 to 4 ounces
• Lemon peel

Directions

• Muddle 4 blackberries and simple syrup in a cocktail shaker.
• Then, add Irish Whisky and lime juice to it.
• Fill it with ice cubes and shake well.
• Double strain the mixture into a tall glass over fresh ice.
• Top it with sparkling water.

You can garnish it with a lemon peel and blackberry. Then, serve and enjoy this delicious drink.

• Green Dublin Apple Cocktail Recipe

It is a very simple recipe that requires just three ingredients and a garnish. It is a fine-tuned stunning green drink with balanced flavours. You can enjoy this drink better than Vodka.

Ingredients

• Irish Whisky - 2 ounces
• Sour Apple Schnapps - 1 ounce
• White Cranberry Juice - 2 ounces
• Apple slice

Directions

• Pour the Irish Whisky into a cocktail shaker filled with ice.
• Then, add sour apple Schnapps and white cranberry juice to it.
• Shake it vigorously for 30 seconds.
• Last, strain the mixture into a chilled cocktail glass.

You can garnish with a fresh apple slice. Now, serve in stylish glassware and enjoy this tasty drink.

How Irish Whiskey is Made?

Step 1: Grind malted and un-malted barley into a mash.

Step 2: Separate solid and husks from sweet liquid(wort) using lauter tun.

Step 3: Add sweet wort to the washback and pour yeast to begin fermentation. The yeast cells will eat sugar in the wort and make alcohol and carbon dioxide. After competition of fermentation, the resulting liquid is called wash.

Step 4: Heat wash in the still, the alcohols vapour will rise up the neck of a still over the top into the condenser. Then, condense it back into a liquid.

Step 5: Fill Whiskey in wooden casks and store it in a warehouse for a minimum of three years. It is where the spirit starts to get its colour and its distinctive flavours.

STEP 6: Once Whiskey reaches its maturation age, you can bottle it.

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