Redbreast Aged 15 Years Single Pot Still Irish Whiskey 750ml

Redbreast 15 Year is considered by many to be the definitive expression of single pot still Irish whiskey, the older, deeper sibling to the universally loved 12 Year that built the brand's modern reputation. Distilled at the Midleton Distillery in County Cork from a traditional pot still mash bill of both malted and unmalted barley, triple distilled in copper pot stills, then aged a minimum of 15 years in a careful balance of first fill and refill ex bourbon American oak barrels and Oloroso sherry butts. The extended aging and higher 46% ABV bottling (compared to the 40% Redbreast 12) gives the 15 Year a fuller mouthfeel and richer Oloroso sherry character, with the bourbon casks providing a complementary vanilla and toasted oak backbone. Non chill filtered to preserve the full oily texture and natural complexity that defines great single pot still whiskey. Originally created in 2005 as an exclusive bottling for La Maison du Whisky in Paris, the 15 Year was so well received that it became a permanent member of the Redbreast family in 2010. Named Irish Whiskey of the Year in 2007, a Gold Medal winner at the 2019 San Francisco World Spirits Competition, and a perennial top tier reference in the Irish category.

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Tasting Notes

Color: Rich gold with deep amber highlights.

Nose: Inviting aromas of green cardamom, blackberry pie, cedar, and Oloroso sherry kisses, layered with berry fruits and aromatic oils.

Palate: Fully round and mellow with the succulence of fleshy fruit combined with cracked pepper, baking spices, and toasted oak. Cinnamon tea, chocolate ganache, brown butter, molasses, and soy glazed nuts emerge through the mid palate. The 46% ABV and non chill filtration deliver a chewy, oily texture.

Finish: Long and sophisticated with a peppery, complex fade. Resinous oak spice grip alongside rich nutty toffee, fig, black raspberry, and chewy nougat.

FAQ

What is Single Pot Still Irish Whiskey? A traditional Irish whiskey style made from a mash of both malted and unmalted barley, distilled in copper pot stills at a single distillery. The unmalted barley component is the defining feature, producing a spicier, oilier, and more robust profile than single malt whiskey alone. Redbreast and Green Spot are the two oldest continuously produced examples of the category.

How is the 15 Year different from Redbreast 12 Year? Three meaningful differences. The 15 Year is aged an additional three years, develops more integrated Oloroso sherry character, and is bottled at 46% ABV instead of 40%. The 15 Year is also non chill filtered, while the 12 Year is chill filtered. The result is a richer, fuller, more sherry forward expression with a chewy oily texture compared to the brighter, more accessible 12 Year.

How is it aged? Matured for a minimum of 15 years in a careful balance of first fill and refill ex bourbon American oak barrels and Oloroso sherry butts. The bourbon casks contribute vanilla, caramel, and light toasted grain. The Oloroso sherry casks add dried fruit (raisin, fig, dark cherry), chocolate, and nuttiness from the oxidative sherry environment. The 15 Year sits in the sweet spot where these influences integrate fully.

How should I serve it? Best enjoyed neat or with a few drops of water to open up the aromatic oils. Works well on the rocks for warmer occasions. The non chill filtration and 46% ABV give it enough body to use in elevated whiskey cocktails, but the complexity rewards neat sipping above all else.

How does this compare to other Redbreast releases? Redbreast offers a complete age range: the entry tier Lustau, the flagship 12 Year (40% ABV), the 12 Year Cask Strength, the 15 Year (this bottle), the 21 Year (the most Oloroso forward expression), and the 27 Year barrel proof for the absolute top tier. The 15 Year sits in the sweet spot for collectors who want serious age and sherry integration without crossing into ultra premium pricing.

Where can I buy Redbreast 15 Year online? Available here at Liquor On Broadway while stock lasts, with fast insured shipping nationwide.