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Whiskey Review: South Boston Irish Whiskey

Celebrating Boston's Irish history, GrandTen Distilling's South Boston Irish Whiskey is made in Ireland and bottled in a historic Beantown wire foundry.

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GrandTen Distilling's South Boston Irish Whiskey

Tasting Notes

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Appearance:
South Boston has a yellow-gold color with legs that retreat quickly down the side of a glass.
Nose:
Midway through my time getting to know this whiskey, I came down with a severe cold. This is where the strong medicinal quality to the nose seemed most appropriate. Something beyond a mere solvent smell, the nose is quite reminiscent of a doctor’s office – not where I would personally prefer a whiskey to mentally transport me.
Palate:
Malted barley is in the forefront, as one would expect from any Irish whiskey. There is a bite to the dram that is, again derivative of medicine, which is echoed once again in the thin mouth feel. Finish: I found the finish to be quick with an aftertaste of orange peel. The burn of this whiskey is more concentrated at the front end of the experience. In the end, I felt Black Mass did not deliver a film worthy of the individual performances contained within. Sadly, this echoes my feelings regarding this particular whiskey. I would recommend this more for mixing than for casual sipping, which is why I give South Boston Irish Whiskey a score of 70.
Finish:
I found the finish to be quick with an aftertaste of orange peel. The burn of this whiskey is more concentrated at the front end of the experience.
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Editor’s Note: This whiskey was either bought as a sample by The Whiskey Wash or provided to us as a review sample by the party behind it. Per our editorial policies, this in no way influenced the outcome of this review.

Joshua St. John

When not savoring whiskey, Joshua St. John can likely be found exploring the trails of the Pacific Northwest near his Portland, Oregon, home. A lifelong world traveler, he was first captivated by single malts during visits to Scottish distilleries. He continues to explore the globe, discovering its diverse cultures through the myriad expressions of his beloved spirit.

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