Tullamore D.E.W. 12 Year Old Special Reserve is a multi-award-winning blended Irish whiskey, triple distilled and triple-cask matured, bottled at 40% ABV.
It is a carefully crafted blend of old Irish whiskeys with a high proportion of pot still and malt whiskeys, aged 12 to 15 years in a combination of bourbon and Oloroso sherry casks. The Tullamore D.E.W. story began in 1829 in the town of Tullamore, when Daniel E. Williams took charge of the local distillery at just 25; his initials still appear on every bottle.
Uniquely flavoured, it brings chocolate notes and spice with a robust yet creamy body; dried fruits and nuts give a veritable praline character.
An aged Irish classic, it makes a fine gift.
Enjoy it neat or with a drop of water.
Irish whiskey is traditionally triple distilled, which gives a smoother, lighter spirit than double distillation.
Pot still whiskey, made from a mash of malted and unmalted barley, is a uniquely Irish style that adds creamy texture and spice to the blend.
Oloroso sherry casks bring dried fruit and nuttiness, while bourbon casks add vanilla and honey.
A high proportion of older pot still and malt whiskeys gives the 12 Year more body and depth than the standard blend.
It is equally good neat, with a little water, or over ice.
Tasting Notes
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Character: Chocolate and spice.
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Fruit: Dried fruits and nuts.
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Body: Robust yet creamy, with praline.
Specifications
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Brand: Tullamore D.E.W.
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Style: Blended Irish Whiskey, triple distilled
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Age: 12 years (12 to 15)
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Proof / ABV: 80 proof (40% ABV)
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Cask / Finish: Bourbon and Oloroso sherry casks
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Region: Ireland
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Size: 750ml
How to Enjoy It
Enjoy it neat or with a little water. It pairs with chocolate desserts, praline or aged cheddar.
Frequently Asked Questions
How old is it?
A blend of whiskeys aged 12 to 15 years.
What casks are used?
Bourbon and Oloroso sherry casks.
What does D.E.W. stand for?
Daniel E. Williams, who ran the distillery from 1829.
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