Walsh The Irishman Single Malt
40% ABV - Ireland
Nose: Old wood and sweet, dark fruit, fresh grapes, and spices.
Taste: Fresh orchard fruits, grasses, and an orange spice.
Finish: Spicy and sweet.
I am thankful for my Uncle to have gifted me this Irish whiskey. I don’t think that I had another Irish on the shelf! One of my first whiskies was Green Spot (Midleton distillery) and this one brings back memories of it.
The Irishman Single Malt is smooth, easy drinking. It has good notes from the ex-Sherry casks, but mostly shines of the Bourbon cask influence. It has a fairly good price for a bottle, but may be worth spending a few more dollars on something else.
Details: Batch No. 0137/2019.
Tasting Notes (Official): Toffee and vanilla give way to toasted almonds, honey and floral aromas with a long, decadent finish enhanced with oak and dark chocolate.
Tasted 01 October 2023. (Posted 23 November 2023.)
83/100
Detailed Rating Information...
90+: Fantastic whisky; highly recommended.
My favourite whiskies – I might have more than one bottle if the price is right and the supply is limited! The higher values in this range will reflect a stronger balance and consistency between components.
85-89: Great whisky; recommended.
Whiskies that tick the flavour boxes and you'll likely hear about these from me. An easy decision to order at a bar/restaurant and one to consider buying a bottle of.
80-84: Very good whisky; recommended, but still consider trying before you buy.
Most of these whiskies I was really happy to have the opportunity to taste, but, apart from a dram here and there, I don’t think I would buy a bottle.
75-79: Good whisky; consider trying before you buy.
These are whiskies that I did enjoy drinking, but likely would reach for another bottle or select something different to order.
65-74: Average; consider trying before you buy, but not recommended.
There is nothing that stood out about this whisky and I might be inclined to mix it with soda or in a cocktail, instead of trying to enjoy its own flavours.
50-64: Bad; not recommended.
I didn’t like this and would sooner pass on another opportunity and order a beer instead than have it again… but never say never.
