Factory Tour, tastings:
Park North, Midleton, Co. Cork, IrelandBuy online directly from the producer:
midletondistillerycollection.com/midleton-very-rare/midleton-vr-whiskey-collection/Experimental phase: initial rating derived from official awards and critic reviews
NYWSC - New York World Spirits Competition - Double Gold
2024
ISC-International Spirits Challenge - Gold
2024
The Irish Whiskey Masters - Gold
2023
Midleton Barry Crockett Legacy is a distinguished single pot still Irish whiskey crafted in honor of Barry Crockett, the second-generation Master Distiller at Midleton Distillery. This exceptional whiskey is a blend of pot still whiskeys matured exclusively in American bourbon barrels, with a subtle contribution from a pot still distillate aged in an unseasoned American barrel.
Bottled at 46% ABV, it offers an elegant aroma of vanilla and toasted oak, complemented by hints of lime, succulent green berries, pears, and green sweet pepper. The palate reveals light pepper notes alongside fresh citrus flavors, including limes and mandarin orange sweetness, with a touch of cinnamon, vanilla, and oak, reflecting its years spent in American oak.
Midleton Very Rare is a prestigious series of Irish whiskeys produced by the Midleton Distillery, located in County Cork. The Midleton Very Rare series, launched in 1984 by Master Distiller Barry Crockett, is an annual release of carefully selected and blended vintages.