Jameson Caskmates Stout Edition is the original release in the Caskmates Series from John Jameson & Son, distilled at the Midleton Distillery in County Cork, Ireland and made famous by an unlikely collaboration that started over a pint at a bar. When Jameson's Head of Whiskey Science met the Head Brewer of nearby Franciscan Well Brewery in Cork, the two agreed to swap casks. Jameson sent over used whiskey barrels for Franciscan Well to age its full bodied craft Irish stout in for several months. When the casks came back, Master Distiller Brian Nation refilled them with triple distilled, fully matured Jameson and aged the whiskey for an additional finishing period of around six months. The result is the brand's signature smooth, blended Irish whiskey enriched with subtle layers of stout influence, cocoa, coffee, and a delicate hint of hops. Bottled at 40% ABV and 80 proof, this is a brilliant entry point for both whiskey drinkers exploring beer barrel finishes and craft beer fans curious about Irish whiskey, and was the release that established the now extensive Caskmates line including IPA Edition and other Irish craft beer collaborations.
ABV / Proof
| Distillery | Midleton Distillery, County Cork, Ireland |
| Brand | John Jameson & Son (Irish Distillers, Pernod Ricard) |
| Type | Blended Irish Whiskey — Stout Cask Finished, Triple Distilled |
| Series | Caskmates Series — Stout Edition (Original) |
| Brewery Collaboration | Franciscan Well Brewery, Cork |
| Maturation | Triple distilled blended whiskey, finished in stout seasoned ex Jameson barrels |
| ABV | 40% |
| Proof | 80 Proof |
| Bottle Size | 750ml |
| Country | Ireland |
| Region | County Cork |
| Packaging | Iconic green Jameson bottle with black and gold Caskmates Stout Edition livery |
Tasting Notes
Color: Bright gold with warm amber highlights.
Nose: Freshly cut hay and crisp orchard fruit lead, with green apple, pear, and a twist of lime zest. Mild pot still spice deepens into hazelnut, milk chocolate, cocoa, and a soft hop note from the stout cask.
Palate: Smooth and creamy mouthfeel with the signature Jameson sweetness, complemented by the subtle touch of hops and cocoa beans from the beer cask finish. Honey, vanilla cream, and a soft butterscotch note carry through the mid palate.
Finish: Long and sweet with toffee, caramel, milk chocolate, and a touch of bitter cocoa. Smooth and warming with a final whisper of stout influence.
FAQ
What is Jameson Caskmates Stout Edition?
Caskmates Stout is a triple distilled blended Irish whiskey from Jameson finished in barrels that previously held craft Irish stout. The collaboration started with Cork's Franciscan Well Brewery, when Jameson lent the brewery used whiskey casks for stout aging, then refilled the stout seasoned barrels with mature Jameson whiskey for a secondary finish of around six months.
How is Caskmates different from regular Jameson?
Both share the same triple distilled blended Irish whiskey base from the Midleton Distillery. Caskmates Stout Edition adds a finishing period in stout seasoned barrels that imparts gentle notes of cocoa, coffee, butterscotch, and a faint hop character.
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Jameson Caskmates Stout Edition is the original release in the Caskmates Series from John Jameson & Son, distilled at the Midleton Distillery in County Cork, Ireland and made famous by an unlikely collaboration that started over a pint at a bar. When Jameson's Head of Whiskey Science met the Head Brewer of nearby Franciscan Well Brewery in Cork, the two agreed to swap casks. Jameson sent over used whiskey barrels for Franciscan Well to age its full bodied craft Irish stout in for several months. When the casks came back, Master Distiller Brian Nation refilled them with triple distilled, fully matured Jameson and aged the whiskey for an additional finishing period of around six months. The result is the brand's signature smooth, blended Irish whiskey enriched with subtle layers of stout influence, cocoa, coffee, and a delicate hint of hops. Bottled at 40% ABV and 80 proof, this is a brilliant entry point for both whiskey drinkers exploring beer barrel finishes and craft beer fans curious about Irish whiskey, and was the release that established the now extensive Caskmates line including IPA Edition and other Irish craft beer collaborations.
ABV / Proof
| Distillery | Midleton Distillery, County Cork, Ireland |
| Brand | John Jameson & Son (Irish Distillers, Pernod Ricard) |
| Type | Blended Irish Whiskey — Stout Cask Finished, Triple Distilled |
| Series | Caskmates Series — Stout Edition (Original) |
| Brewery Collaboration | Franciscan Well Brewery, Cork |
| Maturation | Triple distilled blended whiskey, finished in stout seasoned ex Jameson barrels |
| ABV | 40% |
| Proof | 80 Proof |
| Bottle Size | 750ml |
| Country | Ireland |
| Region | County Cork |
| Packaging | Iconic green Jameson bottle with black and gold Caskmates Stout Edition livery |
Tasting Notes
Color: Bright gold with warm amber highlights.
Nose: Freshly cut hay and crisp orchard fruit lead, with green apple, pear, and a twist of lime zest. Mild pot still spice deepens into hazelnut, milk chocolate, cocoa, and a soft hop note from the stout cask.
Palate: Smooth and creamy mouthfeel with the signature Jameson sweetness, complemented by the subtle touch of hops and cocoa beans from the beer cask finish. Honey, vanilla cream, and a soft butterscotch note carry through the mid palate.
Finish: Long and sweet with toffee, caramel, milk chocolate, and a touch of bitter cocoa. Smooth and warming with a final whisper of stout influence.
FAQ
What is Jameson Caskmates Stout Edition?
Caskmates Stout is a triple distilled blended Irish whiskey from Jameson finished in barrels that previously held craft Irish stout. The collaboration started with Cork's Franciscan Well Brewery, when Jameson lent the brewery used whiskey casks for stout aging, then refilled the stout seasoned barrels with mature Jameson whiskey for a secondary finish of around six months.
How is Caskmates different from regular Jameson?
Both share the same triple distilled blended Irish whiskey base from the Midleton Distillery. Caskmates Stout Edition adds a finishing period in stout seasoned barrels that imparts gentle notes of cocoa, coffee, butterscotch, and a faint hop character.
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