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Redbreast 12 Year Old Single Pot Still Irish Whiskey
Regular price
$129.00
Single Pot Still Irish Whiskey | Midleton Distillery
Overview
Rated 93 in Jim Murrays Whisky Bible
Redbreast 12 is the benchmark for Single Pot Still Irish whiskey — a style that was nearly lost to history and is now back at the top of the category largely because of this bottle. Triple distilled from a mash of malted and unmalted barley, matured for a minimum of twelve years in a combination of ex-bourbon American oak barrels and first-fill Oloroso sherry butts, it's the definition of richness and balance in the Irish category.
The result is unmistakable: a creamy, full-bodied whiskey with the trademark pot-still spice backed by deep dried-fruit and sherry character. It regularly tops "best Irish whiskey" lists for a reason, the liquid in the bottle absolutely lives up to the reputation.
The Distillery
Distilled and matured at Midleton Distillery in County Cork, home to Irish Distillers and the last remaining large-scale producer of true Single Pot Still whiskey. The Redbreast name dates back to the early 1900s, when bonder W&A Gilbey of Dublin sold Jameson-distilled whiskey under the Redbreast label — named for the robin that was Gilbey's chairman's favorite bird.
Today the brand is owned by Irish Distillers (part of Pernod Ricard) and produced under the watchful eye of Master Distiller Kevin O'Gorman and Master Blender Billy Leighton. The combination of one of the most pedigreed distilleries in Ireland and a style that no one else makes at this scale is what makes Redbreast genuinely difficult to replicate.
Why We Recommend It
We recommend Redbreast 12 for customers who want:
- A proper introduction to Single Pot Still — the uniquely Irish style built on malted and unmalted barley
- The classic sherry-and-bourbon cask interplay that gives the whiskey both richness and structure
- A full-bodied, creamy mouthfeel that stands apart from most blended Irish whiskey
- An award-winning dram that consistently earns "Irish Whiskey of the Year" recognition without a luxury price tag
If you're stepping up from a standard blended Irish, this is the obvious next move. If you already drink sherried Scotch, Redbreast 12 is the Irish equivalent you've been looking for.
Production & Craftsmanship
| Style | Single Pot Still Irish Whiskey |
| Mash Bill | A mix of malted and unmalted barley — the hallmark of traditional Irish pot still |
| Distillation | Triple distilled in copper pot stills at Midleton Distillery |
| Maturation | Minimum 12 years in a combination of ex-bourbon American oak barrels and first-fill Oloroso sherry Spanish oak butts |
| Marrying | Casks are married together before bottling to integrate the bourbon and sherry components |
| Bottling Strength | 40% ABV |
| Country of Origin | Ireland |
The use of unmalted barley is the signature move here — a historical hangover from the 1700s British malt tax that Irish distillers turned into a flavor advantage. It's what gives pot still whiskey its distinctive creamy texture and spicy, peppery pop, and it's a character you won't find in a single malt Scotch or a standard blended Irish.
Tasting Notes
Nose
Rich and fragrant. Dried fruits — raisin, fig, dark cherry — meet toasted oak, honey, and a whisper of linseed oil. The sherry influence shows early without dominating.
Palate
Full, creamy, and mouth-coating. Pot still spice leads — cinnamon, clove, and black pepper — layered with Christmas cake, orchard fruits, and a nutty Oloroso sweetness. Vanilla and toasted oak sit in the background, keeping everything in frame.
Finish
Long, warming, and satisfying. Lingering sherry richness, soft oak, and a gentle pot still spice fade. The kind of finish that makes you want another pour.
What Makes This Whiskey Special
Single Pot Still Triple Distilled Minimum 12 Years Aged Bourbon & Oloroso Sherry Casks Malted & Unmalted Barley Midleton Distillery Irish Whiskey of the Year — multiple World's Best Pot Still — World Whiskies Awards
How to Enjoy
Best enjoyed neat in a tulip glass to get the full nose, or with a single cube of ice if you want to soften the sherry edge on a warm evening. A few drops of water will open up the pot still spice and dried fruit if you're in a tasting mood. Works beautifully in an Irish Coffee or a whiskey sour where that creamy pot still texture really shows up, but honestly — this is a sipping whiskey first and foremost.
Awards
Product Details
| Category | Irish Whiskey |
| Style | Single Pot Still |
| Region | County Cork, Ireland |
| Distillery | Midleton Distillery, County Cork |
| Producer | Irish Distillers (Pernod Ricard) |
| Master Distiller | Kevin O'Gorman |
| Master Blender | Billy Leighton |
| Mash Bill | Malted & Unmalted Barley |
| Age Statement | 12 Years |
| Cask Types | Ex-Bourbon American Oak & Oloroso Sherry Butts |
| ABV | 40% |
| Bottle Size | 700ml / 750ml |
| Country | Ireland |
Regular price
$129.00
Single Pot Still Irish Whiskey | Midleton Distillery
Overview
Rated 93 in Jim Murrays Whisky Bible
Redbreast 12 is the benchmark for Single Pot Still Irish whiskey — a style that was nearly lost to history and is now back at the top of the category largely because of this bottle. Triple distilled from a mash of malted and unmalted barley, matured for a minimum of twelve years in a combination of ex-bourbon American oak barrels and first-fill Oloroso sherry butts, it's the definition of richness and balance in the Irish category.
The result is unmistakable: a creamy, full-bodied whiskey with the trademark pot-still spice backed by deep dried-fruit and sherry character. It regularly tops "best Irish whiskey" lists for a reason, the liquid in the bottle absolutely lives up to the reputation.
The Distillery
Distilled and matured at Midleton Distillery in County Cork, home to Irish Distillers and the last remaining large-scale producer of true Single Pot Still whiskey. The Redbreast name dates back to the early 1900s, when bonder W&A Gilbey of Dublin sold Jameson-distilled whiskey under the Redbreast label — named for the robin that was Gilbey's chairman's favorite bird.
Today the brand is owned by Irish Distillers (part of Pernod Ricard) and produced under the watchful eye of Master Distiller Kevin O'Gorman and Master Blender Billy Leighton. The combination of one of the most pedigreed distilleries in Ireland and a style that no one else makes at this scale is what makes Redbreast genuinely difficult to replicate.
Why We Recommend It
We recommend Redbreast 12 for customers who want:
- A proper introduction to Single Pot Still — the uniquely Irish style built on malted and unmalted barley
- The classic sherry-and-bourbon cask interplay that gives the whiskey both richness and structure
- A full-bodied, creamy mouthfeel that stands apart from most blended Irish whiskey
- An award-winning dram that consistently earns "Irish Whiskey of the Year" recognition without a luxury price tag
If you're stepping up from a standard blended Irish, this is the obvious next move. If you already drink sherried Scotch, Redbreast 12 is the Irish equivalent you've been looking for.
Production & Craftsmanship
| Style | Single Pot Still Irish Whiskey |
| Mash Bill | A mix of malted and unmalted barley — the hallmark of traditional Irish pot still |
| Distillation | Triple distilled in copper pot stills at Midleton Distillery |
| Maturation | Minimum 12 years in a combination of ex-bourbon American oak barrels and first-fill Oloroso sherry Spanish oak butts |
| Marrying | Casks are married together before bottling to integrate the bourbon and sherry components |
| Bottling Strength | 40% ABV |
| Country of Origin | Ireland |
The use of unmalted barley is the signature move here — a historical hangover from the 1700s British malt tax that Irish distillers turned into a flavor advantage. It's what gives pot still whiskey its distinctive creamy texture and spicy, peppery pop, and it's a character you won't find in a single malt Scotch or a standard blended Irish.
Tasting Notes
Nose
Rich and fragrant. Dried fruits — raisin, fig, dark cherry — meet toasted oak, honey, and a whisper of linseed oil. The sherry influence shows early without dominating.
Palate
Full, creamy, and mouth-coating. Pot still spice leads — cinnamon, clove, and black pepper — layered with Christmas cake, orchard fruits, and a nutty Oloroso sweetness. Vanilla and toasted oak sit in the background, keeping everything in frame.
Finish
Long, warming, and satisfying. Lingering sherry richness, soft oak, and a gentle pot still spice fade. The kind of finish that makes you want another pour.
What Makes This Whiskey Special
Single Pot Still Triple Distilled Minimum 12 Years Aged Bourbon & Oloroso Sherry Casks Malted & Unmalted Barley Midleton Distillery Irish Whiskey of the Year — multiple World's Best Pot Still — World Whiskies Awards
How to Enjoy
Best enjoyed neat in a tulip glass to get the full nose, or with a single cube of ice if you want to soften the sherry edge on a warm evening. A few drops of water will open up the pot still spice and dried fruit if you're in a tasting mood. Works beautifully in an Irish Coffee or a whiskey sour where that creamy pot still texture really shows up, but honestly — this is a sipping whiskey first and foremost.
Awards
Product Details
| Category | Irish Whiskey |
| Style | Single Pot Still |
| Region | County Cork, Ireland |
| Distillery | Midleton Distillery, County Cork |
| Producer | Irish Distillers (Pernod Ricard) |
| Master Distiller | Kevin O'Gorman |
| Master Blender | Billy Leighton |
| Mash Bill | Malted & Unmalted Barley |
| Age Statement | 12 Years |
| Cask Types | Ex-Bourbon American Oak & Oloroso Sherry Butts |
| ABV | 40% |
| Bottle Size | 700ml / 750ml |
| Country | Ireland |