We may earn commission on some of the items you choose whiskey mixed drinks buy. 12 of the Best Irish Whiskies to Try Now In honor of St. Patrick’s Day, here are a handful of standout bottles.
While there are a few old standards like Jameson and Bushmills, upstarts including Slane Irish Whiskey and Dead Rabbit Irish Whiskey are giving them a run for their money. Here are some of the finest Irish bottles on the market right now to toast with St. Patrick’s Day, or any other day of the year. This blended Irish whiskey is a perennial favorite for its smooth finish and versatile, citrus-forward palette that makes it a perfect pick for fruitier cocktails like a classic sour.
Micah Anderson, from Oklahoma City’s Ponyboy, says Redbreast 15-year is “hands-down” his favorite Irish whiskey: “It’s velvety and fruity, and has just enough oak to add character and flavor without getting too woody. And it won’t break the bank. The original bottling of this classic Irish whiskey, its lighter palette speaks of fresh berries and subtle vanilla notes that make it a perfect starting point for those who want to build their understand of Irish whiskey. Joey Ryan from Tu in Charleston, says Jameson is a favorite. I don’t typically recommend making cocktails with Irish whiskey because I like the taste of it uncluttered, but there’s a classic cocktail called an Old Pal, originally made with Canadian rye whiskey, dry vermouth and Campari, which I make as an Irish whiskey variation. Don’t underestimate this guy because it says single grain,” Vose says. I love pairing it with flavors of nectarine, sumac, citrus—anything tangy, really.
It’s phenomenal for mixed drinks and one of the best in its category. Irish whiskey is aged in oloroso sherry casks which brings out the honey and dried fruit notes that set off its toasty finish. This nutty, slightly peppery whiskey spends a minimum of 14 years in ex-bourbon barrels picking up rich notes of stonefruit and caramelized sugar before heading for a final aging in sherry casts for a hint of malty toastiness. Banter in Dallas, says Green Spot is one of his favorites. It’s one the few single pot stilled Irish whiskeys, and I like it neat and on the rocks for its smooth mellow taste with a hint of brininess. This heavier style of a blended Irish whiskey is great for all types of cocktails, but I really love it in a sour style drink. When I think of Powers Gold, I think of honey, golden raisins, and hay,” Vose says.
This easy drinking whiskey balances a lush toasted grain flavor with light flavor of honey and soft florals that make it as friendly to drink in warm weather and it is when the temps drop. Slane is extremely approachable and great for mixing,” Vose says. Because of this, it makes great friends with other spirits when making drinks. Country contributor who covers beauty, shopping, entertainment, travel, home decor, wine, and cocktails. Country, where he covers men’s style, cocktails, travel, and the social scene. This content is created and maintained by a third party, and imported onto this page to help users provide their email addresses. You may be able to find more information about this and similar content at piano.
