Crafted with 100% Irish barley from the farm of Richard Raftice, this expression showcases the terroir of the farm, overlooked by an old stone fort. The all-natural expression was aged in a combination of first-fill & virgin US oak, French oak, and fortified wine casks.
The Irish barley for the Rathclogh Edition 1.1 comes from the farm of Richard Raftice. It takes its name after Rathchloch, a stone fort that overlooks Raftice's farm. The terroir here results in early ripening and sowing due to the shallow and quick-drying soil that was deposited by glacier meltwater. The casks used were 31% first-fill and 19% virgin American oak, 25% French oak, and 25% sweet fortified wine oak that used to hold Vin Doux Naturel. All-natural, barley-forward, and completely transparent, each bottle comes with the TÉIREOIR code that grants access to bottling information, barley, maps, and more.
Aroma: The nose is a delightful bouquet of orchard fruits entwined with rich malt, accented by whispers of vanilla and subtle spice that evoke a sense of warmth and comfort.
Taste: On the palate, a symphony of flavors emerges, where luscious fruit mingles with a delicate oak influence, creating a well-rounded experience that is both vibrant and sophisticated.
Finish: The finish is smooth and lingering, leaving an impression of sweet malt and gentle tannins, a fitting finale to a whisky that truly embodies its terroir.
