Whiskey Around the World: Irish Whiskey
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Irish Whiskey: With its long, storied history and records dating back to the 12th century, Irish whiskey has become a symbol of Irish culture and craftsmanship. What sets this whiskey apart is its distinctive smoothness and subtle flavors. The key is the traditional triple distillation process, which is more common in Irish whiskey than in others. This results in a lighter, smoother spirit, which bartenders find approachable and versatile.
Today, Irish whiskey is one of the fastest-growing spirits in the world. New distilleries are opening across Ireland, producing a wide range of innovative expressions while honoring traditional practices. From the rise of craft whiskeys to the re-emergence of aging techniques like the use of sherry casks or even experimenting with beer barrels, Irish whiskey continues to evolve, proving it’s a spirit that honors the past while embracing the future.
Check out two of our favorites:
Knappogue Castle
A standout in craftsmanship and heritage, this whiskey is named after the historic Knappogue Castle in County Clare. Known for its exceptional smoothness and elegance, Knappogue is made from a blend of traditional pot still and malted whiskeys. It offers bartenders a refined taste of Ireland’s whiskey-making traditions with a modern twist.
Preparation
Crush a cinnamon stick into a pile on a heat-resistant surface and char gently with a culinary torch.
Flip a snifter over it to extinguish the flame and capture its smoke; set aside.
Combine all ingredients into a mixing glass filled with the coconut water cubes.
Stir until well chilled and strain neat into the smoked snifter.
*Toasted Coconut Bitters
Ingredients
Shell of 1 coconut
Preparation
Remove flesh from the shell of one coconut and place in a flat pan over medium high heat.
Cook dry until coconut turns slightly brown and fragrant.
Transfer to a clean glass jar and add enough high proof rum to cover plus 1 inch.
Allow to sit for one week then strain through a fine mesh strainer, then again through cheese cloth.
Powers Irish Whiskey
A true Irish Whiskey icon, Powers is known for its bold character and rich history. Its signature style—smooth yet full-bodied with a distinctive kick—makes it a perfect whiskey full of depth and a robust flavor.
Preparation
Add whiskey, vermouth, and marasca syrup to a mixing glass with ice.
Stir well until well-chilled.
Strain into a chilled coupe glass.
Garnish with cherries.
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