Teeling Single Grain is an Irish whiskey from Dublin's Teeling Whiskey Company, made from 95% corn and 5% malted barley, column distilled and fully matured in Californian Cabernet Sauvignon red wine casks, bottled at 92 proof (46% ABV), non-chill filtered.
Teeling Single Grain is one of only a handful of single grain bottlings in the world. Where most Irish blends contain corn, Teeling focused exclusively on grain whiskey, then took the unusual step of maturing it fully in Cabernet Sauvignon wine casks rather than the virgin oak or ex-bourbon casks typical for grain whiskey, letting the cask influence shine through. First released in 2013, it has become a multi-award-winning whiskey.
Intensely fruity and amber, it shows a distinct red grape and berry profile with a hint of spice and an underlying sweetness. The palate is silky smooth with a touch of spice, deep berry notes, creamy sweetness and drying oak tannins.
The classic Teeling phoenix label makes it a handsome gift.
Irish whiskey must be aged at least three years in Ireland.
Grain whiskey is usually made in column stills for a lighter spirit.
Wine casks add fruit and tannin to whiskey.
Serve it neat in a Glencairn glass.
A splash of water opens up the berry notes.
It makes a fruity Irish Highball.
It is a great gift for Irish whiskey fans.
Tasting Notes
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Nose: Red grape, berries, spice.
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Palate: Silky, creamy sweetness, deep berry.
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Finish: Drying oak tannins.
Specifications
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Distillery: Teeling Whiskey Company, Dublin
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Style: Single grain Irish whiskey, non-chill filtered
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Mash Bill: 95% corn, 5% malted barley
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Casks: Californian Cabernet Sauvignon
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Proof / ABV: 92 proof (46% ABV)
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Region: Ireland
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Size: 750ml
How to Enjoy It
Sip it neat or with a splash of water, or try it in a Highball or an Irish Manhattan. It pairs with dark chocolate, berry tarts or aged cheddar.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is single grain whiskey?
Whiskey from a single distillery made mostly from grains other than malted barley, here 95% corn.
How is it matured?
Fully in Californian Cabernet Sauvignon casks.
How does it taste?
Red berries, spice and a silky sweetness.
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