Irish Single Malt
A focused shelf of Irish single malt, ordered for you and ready in 2 to 3 days.
Irish Single Malt questions
What is Irish single malt whiskey?
Irish single malt whiskey is made from 100 percent malted barley at a single distillery on the island of Ireland. It is distilled and matured under Irish whiskey rules, including at least three years in wooden casks. Many examples are triple distilled, which can create a lighter, smoother texture, though double-distilled styles are also made.
What does Irish single malt whiskey taste like?
Common flavors include malt biscuit, apple, pear, honey, vanilla, citrus, and gentle baking spice. Ex-bourbon barrels often add coconut and caramel, while sherry casks can bring dried fruit and nuttiness. Peat is less common than in Scotch, although some Irish single malts use it. Texture is often soft and rounded.
How is Irish single malt different from Irish pot still whiskey?
Irish single malt uses only malted barley and comes from one distillery. Single pot still whiskey is also made at one distillery, but its mash combines malted and unmalted barley and may include other grains. The unmalted barley often adds a creamier texture and spicy, cereal-like character that distinguishes pot still whiskey.
What food pairs with Irish single malt whiskey?
Match lighter, fruit-led Irish single malts with smoked salmon, aged cheddar, almonds, or apple desserts. Richer sherry-cask versions work well with dark chocolate, fruitcake, and blue cheese. A lightly peated release can handle smoked meats or grilled mushrooms. Small bites are best, since heavily seasoned food can cover the whisky's aromatic detail.