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Coffee Review: Don Pablo Irish Whiskey And Vanilla Infused Coffee

We review Don Pablo Irish Whiskey And Vanilla Infused Coffee, in which the beans are soaked in Irish whiskey before the drying and roasting process to preserve the flavors imparted by the booze.

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Don Pablo Irish Whiskey And Vanilla Infused Coffee review

Tasting Notes

About:

Appearance:
Deep black of course, but a spectrometer would be required to be more specific and I don’t have one handy, slightly thick due to my method of preparation (french press), with a small amount of oiliness showing at the top of the mug.
Nose:
From the moment water hit the grounds I could catch a bright, floral vanilla note. I found that these faded a bit once the coffee was brewed and poured, replaced by a sweeter, more toffee-like aroma.
Palate:
My first impression on the palate was actually quite savory– earthy and even mildly spicy, but with sweetness lingering around the edges that started to take over after another sip or two. Eventually that sweetness replaced that initial impression with a melange of fruit flavors. Along with the omnipresent coffee bitterness, it brought to mind a ramekin filled with fruits as a side with diner breakfast. Final Thoughts: Interesting as a novelty item that’s fun for a cup or two, but there’s nothing here that makes me want to stop buying my usual beans. The flavors are something of an odd fit, but it mostly works. While I could easily note the effects of the vanilla, it was a little harder to identify what the Irish whiskey was bringing to the party.
Finish:
Comments:
Interesting as a novelty item that’s fun for a cup or two, but there’s nothing here that makes me want to stop buying my usual beans. The flavors are something of an odd fit, but it mostly works. While I could easily note the effects of the vanilla, it was a little harder to identify what the Irish whiskey was bringing to the party.

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.

Jacob Wirt

Jacob Wirt, whose past lives as a cook and cultural studies researcher, continues to shape his deep appreciation for fermented grain beverages. His understanding extends beyond the mere enjoyment of the drink; he recognizes the knowledge, labor, and rich history behind every glass. With a passion for homebrewing beer, Wirt finds a similar fascination in whiskey, exploring how techniques, ingredients, and nuanced variables create the distinctive character of each expression.

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