LIVING THE DRAM
It is no secret that Irish whiskey has seen a renaissance in the 21st century and in the last couple of years, multiple new brands appearing on our social media feeds and new distilleries are popping up all over the place. The Chapel Gate Irish Whiskey Company have been front and centre of those new... Continue Reading →
When you think of Irish whiskey, there are a few tried and tested names that come to mind: your Jameson’s, Tullamore DEW, Paddy, Redbreast etc. In recent years, I would say that Writers’ Tears has made its way onto that list too. The name alone stands out from the crowd and, thanks to sales in... Continue Reading →
We love the idea of a speakeasy. So imagine how much we liked the idea of a whiskey named after a series of crypts underneath the Christ Church cathedral in Dublin, which were reputed as subterranean drinking dens. Quintessential Brands tells us that this 16 year old single malt Irish whiskey being sold under the... Continue Reading →
This ominous sounding whiskey has been named after an unmarked alley between Bow Street & James Street in Dublin. As the supporting marketing explains, during the early 1600's many men, women and children met an unpleasant fate on that lane in the Liberties area. This 13 year old single malt has been procured from an... Continue Reading →
This is a story of firsts. Or at least, the firsts in a long time. The whiskey 'The Gael' represents the first release by the 'J.J. Corry' brand of The Chapel Gate Irish Whiskey Company, the first licensed Irish whiskey bonders "in living memory". Let's unpack that statement. Firstly, whiskey bonding, is the traditional art... Continue Reading →
If you've seen our last few posts, you will know that we love a whisk(e)y with a story behind it. Not your standard marketing BS though, but an actual history behind the whisky itself. The Green Spot whiskey is no exception. I first became aware of the whiskey due to its entry in Ian Buxton's 101 Whiskies... Continue Reading →
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