Tyrconnell Single Malt Irish Whiskey.
In the Northwest of Ireland lies an ancient Gaelic kingdom called Tyrconnell.
Tyrconnell when translated from Gaelic means " land of O'Donnell". The
O'Donnell's were, prior to colonialisation, one of the most powerful Gaelic
noble families.
The territory is famous for its distilling tradition. One of the oldest
distilleries in the region, established 1762, was Andrew A. Watt. The Watt's
flagship brand was the world famous "The Tyrconnell" single malt pure
pot still Irish Whiskey.
In 1876 the Watt family entered a horse, appropriately named "The
Tyrconnell" in the Irish classic, "The Queen Victoria Plate"
horse race. Incredibly it won at 100 to 1. The event went into racing folklore
and the company celebrated the occasion with a special commemorative label.
The Tyrconnell single malt pure pot still Irish whiskey has a fresh malty
bouquet, smooth taste and a delicate dry finish. It is one of the great whiskies
of the world.
Tasting notes of Jim
Murray, renowned Whiskey Commentator
Nose:
A beguiling cross between citrus-spiciness and honey-lightness
with a hint of Oak.
Taste:
Fills the mouth with a well-structured viscosity.
A tang of oranges is also noticeable.
The malt balances well with the oily sweetness.
Finish:
Long with the malt becoming quite dominant without the soft fruits and
honey which helps to make up
the middle.
Serving
Suggestions:
Tyrconnell
can be served neat in a tumbler glass, on the rocks, or with a little water to
taste. This delightfully smooth
single malt is best savoured leisurely to truly appreciate its full complexity.
Awards:
Award winning whiskey at the International Wine and Spirits Competition
over the years: Silver (1995, 2001), Bronze (1996, 1997, 1999).
Endorsements:
“Tyrconnell has been nothing short of a revelation and a delight…
exciting times ahead”.
Jim
Murray, author of Irish Whiskey Almanac
“Young
and lively. Sweet, biscuity and
light, with a lemon-pie kick and cereal on the finish.
Young
and clean”.
Dave
Broom, author of Handbook of Whiskey.
“Tyrconnell
is made up of different aged malts with complimenting characteristics.
The old whiskies bring a smoothness and depth with oak tones to the final
product while the younger malts bring fruit, spice and malt flavours.
This culminates in Tyrconnell being easy on the palate and always
pleasurable”.
Noel
Sweeney, Cooley Master Blender.
