Midleton 48 Year Old – Very Rare Silent Distillery Collection Chapter Four

Chapter Four brings together exceptionally mature pot still and grain whiskeys from Old Midleton Distillery. Laid down in 1973, the two spirits developed separately before being married to create a blend with a silky texture and remarkable depth.

Chocolate, honeycomb and caramelised apple lead into ripe stone fruit, floral notes and warming spice. Mature oak provides structure, while the sweetness and delicacy of the grain whiskey complement the richer pot still character.

The fourth release in the Silent Distillery Collection, it preserves whiskey from a distillery that ceased production in 1975, presented through the work of Irish crystal and cabinet makers.

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Tasting notes:
Nose: Notes of chocolate dipped honeycomb with caramelised red apples and quince jelly. Luxurious aromas are enhanced by the sweetness of coffee cake and vanilla-scented cream, while earthy fragrances are matched by those of an antique, cedarwood cigar box. Dried flowers, that still carry delicate waves of a floral perfume, add to the array of flavours.

Palate: An explosion of fruits at first with fresh plums, peaches, and dried apricot. A hint of chilli oil and grated ginger follows. Delicate oak tannins, perfectly balanced with the fruits and pot still spices, work in harmony with a suggestion of mature Roquefort cheese. Floral and sweet grain whiskey add finesse, making this a wonderfully complex blend that is silk-textured and full-bodied.

Finish: Stone fruits and soft spices continue to linger for a time, with the oak tannins quietly fading into the background.