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Whiskey Review: The Midnight Silkie Irish Whiskey

We review The Midnight Silkie Irish Whiskey. It's a release from Sliabh Liag Distillers that highlights the smoky side of Irish whiskey.

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The Midnight Silkie Irish Whiskey (image via Devon Lyon)

Tasting Notes

About:

No age statement. 92 Proof, 46% ABV. Mash bill: single malt triple distilled sherry & virgin – 30%; single malt triple distilled imperial stout – 20%; single malt triple distilled (peated 55ppm) bourbon – 35%; single malt triple distilled Oloroso – 5%; single malt triple distilled red wine – 10%. The sourced blend is then finished in virgin oak and imperial stout casks. 750ML. SRP: $39.99-$49.99
Appearance:
Gold and butterscotch.
Nose:
Sweet pipe smoke followed by a pleasant earthy richness, and a surprising note of slow cooked roast. The nose is the perfect complement to the onset (finally) of the cool fall nip in the air.
Palate:
An initial warm and creamy sweetness paired with a peat smoke that doesn’t wallop your tastebuds. For a lower proof blend, there was a mid-mouth brightness to the ethanol (grain alcohol) that I would have pegged at a higher ABV had I not already known. The finish lingers with an agreeable continuation of the smokiness, dried fruit and light summer honey.
Finish:
Comments:
Although Sliabh Liag calls this release their “smokiest” whiskey, it isn’t so heavily peated that it will turn off imbibers open to trying this style. In fact, this Silkie would be good to keep in your cabinet as an approachable smoky offering to guests. With the cool, fall nip in the air, I’m gladly adding this sipper to my collection.

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.

Devon Lyon

Devon Lyon is a seasoned content creator, with two decades of experience producing videos and crafting compelling copy and scripts for clients worldwide. Despite his natural wanderlust, Devon's heart belongs to the Pacific Northwest. He is captivated by the region's thriving craft spirit scene, world-class wines, and ubiquitous breweries, making life on the "best" coast a delightful experience. Above all, Devon's passion lies in whiskey. In 2023, he played a pivotal role in launching the Rushlight Agency, a boutique marketing firm. In his leisure time, Devon enjoys mastering his Hasselblad medium format 501cm camera, fly fishing, snowshoeing, and embarking on international adventures with his partner and daughter.

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