Teeling Whiskey Explorers Edition 15 Year Old Mugi Shochu (Japanese Edition)
Master winner at the Irish Whiskey Masters 2023! Like other releases in the Explorers Edition by Teeling, this whiskey embraces a nation's character and personality by using unique casks to perfectly capture their natural identity. For this release, Teeling selected a whiskey previously aged in bourbon barrels, before giving it a finish for four years in hand-selected casks that previously were used to mature Mugi Shochu.This extra special finish imparts wonderfully enticing notes of lychee and passionfruit to an already stellar Irish whiskey.
Master winner at the Irish Whiskey Masters 2023! Like other releases in the Explorers Edition by Teeling, this whiskey embraces a nation's character and personality by using unique casks to perfectly capture their natural identity. For this release, Teeling selected a whiskey previously aged in bourbon barrels, before giving it a finish for four years in hand-selected casks that previously were used to mature Mugi Shochu.This extra special finish imparts wonderfully enticing notes of lychee and passionfruit to an already stellar Irish whiskey.
Tasting Notes from Celtic Whiskey Shop and Wines on the Green | |
Finish | Sweet mellow finish with soft wood tannins, dried fruits and refreshing crisp aftertaste |
Tasting Notes from the Producer | |
Aromas (without water) | Candied apples, lychee, and jasmine tea, alongside a coating of mellow vanilla sweetness, fruit pasteries, and spice |
Flavour | Bursts of tropical fruits and poached pears, gingerbread cookies, and golden syrup |
Fact Sheet | |
Fluid | 70cl |
Maturation | Aged in bourbon barrels, before giving it a finish for four years in hand-selected casks that previously were used to mature Mugi Shochu. |
Alcohol % | 46% |
Country | Ireland |
Producer | Teeling Whiskey Co |
Awards and/or Press Quotes | |
Awards and/or Press Quotes | Masters - Irish Whiskey Awards 2023 |