{"product_id":"keepers-heart-irish-bourbon-cask-strength-750ml","title":"Keeper's Heart Irish + Bourbon Cask Strength 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003eKeeper's Heart Irish + Bourbon Cask Strength is a blend of Irish whiskey and American bourbon bottled straight from the barrel at 118 proof (59% ABV), hand-selected by Master Distiller Brian Nation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eKeeper's Heart unites Irish and American whiskey-making traditions. It is made by O'Shaughnessy Distilling Co., founded in Minneapolis, Minnesota, in an old potato factory that houses three copper pot stills. Master Distiller Brian Nation spent years distilling Irish whiskey for Jameson, Redbreast, Midleton Very Rare, Spot and Powers before moving to America to help build the new brand and distillery from the ground up. Bottled at cask strength, this award-winning blend marries the sweetness of bourbon with the earthy spice of Irish pot still whiskey and the delicate butterscotch notes of Irish grain whiskey. It won a Double Gold at the 2024 San Francisco World Spirits Competition.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePot still spice is balanced with lingering bourbon sweetness and herbal notes, giving way to freshly charred oak and subtle barley cereal notes, with black pepper and roasted notes at full strength.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe copper key emblem makes it a standout gift for adventurous whiskey drinkers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBlending Irish whiskey with bourbon is a rare, cross-Atlantic style.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAt 118 proof, a few drops of water open up the butterscotch.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eServe it in a Glencairn to gather the aroma.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA large ice cube softens the heat for slow sipping.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt makes a bold Irish Old Fashioned.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePair a pour with smoked salmon or aged cheddar.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is a great gift for whiskey fans who enjoy both Irish and American styles.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIts copper key emblem looks striking on any bar.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCharacter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pot still spice, bourbon sweetness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Butterscotch, herbal notes, charred oak.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Barley cereal, black pepper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e O'Shaughnessy Distilling Co., Minneapolis\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaster Distiller:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brian Nation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Irish whiskey and bourbon blend, cask strength\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eComponents:\u003c\/strong\u003e Irish pot still, Irish grain, American bourbon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProof \/ ABV:\u003c\/strong\u003e 118 proof (59% ABV)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 750ml\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to Enjoy It\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSip it neat with a few drops of water, or on a large cube. It pairs with smoked meats, aged cheddar or sticky toffee pudding.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is in it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIrish pot still, Irish grain whiskey and American bourbon.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho makes it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMaster Distiller Brian Nation at O'Shaughnessy Distilling Co.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the proof?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e118 proof (59% ABV), bottled at cask strength.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExplore more in our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/american-whiskey\"\u003eAmerican Whiskey collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Keeper's Heart","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68023577903413,"sku":"VWS200427855","price":45.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0993\/7367\/8901\/files\/noir-gold-main-21629.webp?v=1793662022","url":"https:\/\/hiddencasks.com\/products\/keepers-heart-irish-bourbon-cask-strength-750ml","provider":"Hidden Casks","version":"1.0","type":"link"}