Clonakilty Distillery, a family-run, maritime distillery nestled on Ireland’s southwestern coast, just launched Single Pot Still Irish Whiskey. Crafted from the barley grown on the Scully family farm, this new whiskey embodies the coastal terroir.
“We are thrilled to introduce our first Single Pot Still Irish Whiskey,” said Michael Scully, founder of Clonakilty Distillery, in a news release. “This whiskey is a true reflection of our dedication to our craft, our commitment to quality and our deep connection to the land and sea that surrounds us. It’s a spirit that tells the story of our origins, with a complexity and depth that is of unparalleled quality.”
Triple distilled in traditional copper pot stills, the whiskey undergoes an extended fermentation lasting over 100 hours, the distillery states. The spirit is then matured in ex-Bourbon, Amontillado sherry and Oloroso sherry casks at the distillery’s Atlantic Ocean Warehouse. This coastal aging process helps imbue a maritime flavor profile.
“This whiskey is the culmination of years of passion, dedication and an unwavering pursuit of excellence by our team,” said head distiller Oisin Mulcahy in the release. “Every element from the barley we grow to the final bottling has been handled with the utmost care and precision. This release is more than a whiskey; it’s a celebration of our heritage, our craft and the remarkable people who bring it to life. I couldn’t be prouder of what we’ve achieved together.”
Clonakilty Single Pot Still Irish Whiskey retails for $49.99 and is now available for purchase at select retailers and through Clonakilty’s online shop.
