Pearse The Original is a blended 5-year-old Irish whiskey of malt and grain from the Pearse Lyons Distillery in Dublin, aged in Town Branch Kentucky ex-bourbon barrels from its sister distillery in Lexington.
The Pearse Lyons Distillery is housed in the restored St. James' Church in Dublin's historic Liberties district, opened in 2017 after years of restoration of the old, dilapidated church. It was Pearse Lyons' dream of a distillery in Ireland, joining Irish whiskey tradition with Kentucky distilling know-how. The Original is a grain and malt blend that contains malt whiskey produced in the distillery's own stills, and every barrel comes from Town Branch in Lexington, Kentucky.
Relaxing on the nose, with a slight citrus note, a wisp of smoke and light honeyed fruit with floral tones. The light, smooth palate has a hint of spearmint that warms to semi-sweet chocolate, light oak, creamy vanilla and light caramel, with a mild malt character and a crisp, smooth spice finish.
The green-and-gold label makes it a handsome gift.
Blended Irish whiskey combines malt and grain whiskeys.
Irish whiskey must be aged at least three years in Ireland.
Ex-bourbon barrels add vanilla and caramel sweetness.
Serve it neat in a tulip glass to enjoy the aroma.
A splash of water opens up its honeyed fruit.
It makes a smooth Irish Coffee with cream on top.
Try it in an Irish Old Fashioned with demerara syrup.
It pairs with soda bread, aged cheddar or smoked salmon.
It is a natural choice for St. Patrick's Day.
Visitors to Dublin can tour the distillery in the Liberties.
Tasting Notes
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Nose: Citrus, wisp of smoke, honeyed fruit.
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Palate: Spearmint, chocolate, vanilla, caramel.
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Finish: Crisp, smooth spice.
Specifications
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Distillery: Pearse Lyons Distillery, Dublin
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Style: Blended Irish whiskey
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Age: 5 years
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Casks: Town Branch ex-bourbon barrels
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ABV: 43%
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Origin: Ireland
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Size: 750ml
How to Enjoy It
Enjoy it neat, on the rocks or in a Pearse Irish Coffee. It mixes well in a Whiskey Highball.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is it made?
In a restored church in Dublin's Liberties.
How old is it?
Five years.
What barrels are used?
Town Branch Kentucky ex-bourbon barrels.
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