Blacks Irish Whiskey Maple Mayhem 70cl

Description

Blacks Irish Whiskey Maple Mayhem

Located on the Wild Atlantic Way (a scenic route in the south of Ireland), The Blacks Brewery was started in 2013. A family run company, it is owned and operated by Sam & Maudeline Black (hence the name!).

Their ethos was to create (initially) beers which weren't mass market. They wanted products with passion and personality. In 2015 they decided to expand and added a state-of-the-art distillery which allowed them to produce spirits as well. Their first was gin, which was followed in 2018 with the first Irish Rum, and then in 2020 with whiskey.

This cross-over also allow them to age their beers in spirit barrels, and vice versa - adding additional depths of flavour to their drinks.

Blacks' whiskies are distilled in two copper stills, Morrigan and Bonny. They then mature the whiskies in a variety of different cask types depending on the finished whisky. They do all their own milling, mashing, fermenting and distilling themselves - which ensures the quality they expect from the final products.

For their Maple Mayhem edition (which is non chill filtered), Blacks age their whiskey in maple bourbon casks. As Blacks put it, this gives the whiskey a delicious 'kiss' of vanilla and maple.

On the nose there is a sweet introduction, as warm sugar notes come through. These are then joined by a hint of smoke, vanilla, maple and even baked prunes!

The palate is smooth and oily, which coats the mouth well. Maple coated nutes, cinnamon pancakes and warm spice develop. This leads to a medium finish, not overwhelming the palate. Maple, oaky wood and a touch of smoke linger.

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Perfect Serve

We recommend this is enjoyed straight up. However, as with all whiskey, enjoy however you like!