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Whiskey Review: Bunratty Premium Blend Irish Whiskey

We review Bunratty Irish Whiskey, a mix of triple distilled malt and grain of that's been aged in multiple barrel types and has a bit of peated malt used in its finish.

OVERALL RATING

5
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Bunratty Irish Whiskey review

Tasting Notes

About:

43 ABV. Mash bill: Undisclosed. 86 Proof. MSRP 32.99 USD.
Appearance:
Straw Gold
Nose:
The scent is peat dominant, with a hint of briny smoke. Even with the dominant peat, though, I can pick out assertive notes of fresh stone fruit and honey.
Palate:
The taste, like the scent, is peat forward. There’s a lightness to the smoke, though, leaning more into the brine and raisin tastes. Underneath the peat, there are hints of bran, under-ripe pear, and honey. It’s a very smooth sip, with an almost watery mouthfeel. After the sip, it leaves a finish of briny moss and apple.
Finish:
Comments:
It’s a smooth whiskey, but perhaps overblended. While it isn’t overbearing in any quality, the light proof and smoothness leave very little texture or taste to focus on. There are hints of flavor, but nothing stands out enough against the smooth hit of peat and grain. This plays very well mixed with water, though, as it further amplifies the smooth profile into something extremely drinkable.rnrnWhile not revelatory, there’s an unassuming pleasantness in its taste profile, and the price is competitive. I could see this as a bottle to keep for high balls or to sip slow on the rocks. If you’re a connoisseur of Irish whiskey, though, it will do little to impress.

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.

Taylor Shiells

Taylor is a writer, researcher, and whiskey enthusiast. He came to Portland in pursuit of higher education, and found himself staying to pursue the Pacific Northwest's wide range of olfactory offerings. He's a fan of craft beer, farm to table food, indie perfume, and, most of all, whiskey. While he provides technical research to the entertainment industry by day, the Whiskey Wash gives him the opportunity to explore his passion, hone his palate, and practice a more flavorful form of writing.

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