Tasting notes·Teeling

Teeling Single Pot Still (2024)

The Teeling Single Pot Still marks an exciting milestone in the history of the Teeling Distillery, which opened its doors in Dublin in 2015. This whiskey is special as it is the first independently produced Single Pot Still whiskey from the distillery. Made from a mix of 50% malted and 50% unmalted barley, it represents Irish whiskey tradition at its finest. Triple-distilled and aged in a combination of fresh white oak, ex-bourbon, and wine casks, it offers a unique array of aromas and flavors. With an ABV of 46% and no age statement, this whiskey delivers a refreshing reinterpretation of the Irish Single Pot Still whiskey.

The panel

Marcel
71
Sascha
70

Mean 70.5 · spread 1

Value for money 4/5

Distillery
Teeling
Type
Single Pot Still Whiskey
Country
Ireland
Strength
46% ABV
Character
mellow

Tasting

Nose

The first impression of this Irish whiskey is typically Irish yet rich in complexity. Floral notes dominate the bouquet, complemented by hints of grapes and light citrus like lemon and lime. A grassy, grainy character underscores the whiskey's freshness, while touches of hay lend a warm, earthy quality.

Palate

On the palate, Teeling Single Pot Still is pleasantly fruity with notes of apple and peach. These fruity tones are balanced by a hint of white pepper and cane sugar, which add a slight spiciness. Particularly intriguing are the flavors of oat cookies, offering a cozy, almost nostalgic element to the overall taste.

Finish

The finish is medium in length, pleasantly warming, and brings a solid oakiness that gives the whiskey a robust ending. A subtle wine note lingers, providing a rounded finish that invites another sip.

Verdicts

Marcel

This Teeling Single Pot Still brings a lot of drinking pleasure to the glass with its charming spiciness and cozy oat biscuit aromas – an Irish whiskey that surprises with its rough edge while remaining pleasantly rounded. Perfect for anyone looking for an uncomplicated yet characterful dram.

Sascha

The Teeling Single Pot Still impresses with a solid balance between floral, fruity, and spicy elements, complemented by a structured oak note in the finish. Despite its youth, it shows a clear signature but remains somewhat restrained overall, leaving room for further maturation.

What it is worth

No auction record for this distillery, so we cannot tell you what this bottle is worth. We would rather say that than guess.

Source

Tasting note and scores by WHISKY:EDITION — tasted by Marcel and Sascha, published 2024-09-17.