Teeling Single Pot Still (2024)
The Teeling Single Pot Still marks an exciting milestone in the history of the Teeling Distillery, which opened its doors in Dublin in 2015. This whiskey is special as it is the first independently produced Single Pot Still whiskey from the distillery. Made from a mix of 50% malted and 50% unmalted barley, it represents Irish whiskey tradition at its finest. Triple-distilled and aged in a combination of fresh white oak, ex-bourbon, and wine casks, it offers a unique array of aromas and flavors. With an ABV of 46% and no age statement, this whiskey delivers a refreshing reinterpretation of the Irish Single Pot Still whiskey.
Tasting Notes
Nose
The first impression of this Irish whiskey is typically Irish yet rich in complexity. Floral notes dominate the bouquet, complemented by hints of grapes and light citrus like lemon and lime. A grassy, grainy character underscores the whiskey's freshness, while touches of hay lend a warm, earthy quality.
Palate
On the palate, Teeling Single Pot Still is pleasantly fruity with notes of apple and peach. These fruity tones are balanced by a hint of white pepper and cane sugar, which add a slight spiciness. Particularly intriguing are the flavors of oat cookies, offering a cozy, almost nostalgic element to the overall taste.
Finish
The finish is medium in length, pleasantly warming, and brings a solid oakiness that gives the whiskey a robust ending. A subtle wine note lingers, providing a rounded finish that invites another sip.
Thoughts
Marcel 71/100
This Teeling Single Pot Still brings a lot of drinking pleasure to the glass with its charming spiciness and cozy oat biscuit aromas – an Irish whiskey that surprises with its rough edge while remaining pleasantly rounded. Perfect for anyone looking for an uncomplicated yet characterful dram.
Sascha 70/100
The Teeling Single Pot Still impresses with a solid balance between floral, fruity, and spicy elements, complemented by a structured oak note in the finish. Despite its youth, it shows a clear signature but remains somewhat restrained overall, leaving room for further maturation.
Value for Money: Good
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What does Single Pot Still mean in Teeling Single Pot Still (2024)?
Single Pot Still refers to an Irish whiskey made from a mash of both malted and unmalted barley distilled in a single distillery. In the case of the Teeling Single Pot Still (2024), the mash consists of 50% malted and 50% unmalted barley, which gives it its characteristic, full-bodied flavor.
How does the cask maturation influence the taste of the Teeling Single Pot Still (2024)?
The whiskey matures in a combination of fresh American oak, ex-bourbon, and wine casks. This variety of casks brings out complex aromas: the American oak provides freshness, the bourbon casks contribute vanilla and caramel notes, and the wine casks add fruity depth along with a subtle wine character on the finish.
Why does the Teeling Single Pot Still (2024) have no age statement and how does this affect the flavor?
The Teeling Single Pot Still (2024) is a no age statement (NAS) whiskey, meaning no specific minimum age is declared. This allows Teeling to blend different distillates to achieve a balanced flavor profile that is fresh, fruity, and spicy without being tied to a particular maturation period.