December 23rd is Clergy Family Christmas, at least for us. The next two days will be far too busy, so I spent a good chunk of time in the kitchen prepping our annual feast- salad, roast duck, root vegetables cooked in the duck fat, and rice pudding. Now that the food's eaten, the dishes washed, and the presents opened, I find a quiet moment for the penultimate dram in my Advent calendar. And, it is no slouch. I am greeted by a rich nose, itself a feast: toasted brioche, vanilla creme patissiere, lightly toasted almond, apricot glaze. The palate is warming rather than hot, with the initial attack of fruit compote opening into vanilla and almond pastry sprinkled lightly with cinnamon and nutmeg. The ending lingers, vanilla and spice along with a bit of spirit-y heat. To all a good night indeed!
About this bottle
The Brabazon series was named as a tribute to the Brabazon family who once presided over the area of the Liberties in Dublin from the 16-19th century (where the current Teeling Distillery has been built). The first in the series, this bottling highlights Irish single malt aged in a variety of vintages, sizes, and styles of sherry casks. Non chill-filtered and bottled at 49.5% ABV, 12,500 bottles were produced and will first be made available at select retailers in Ireland beginning in May 2017. Other markets are expected to receive an allotment shortly afterwards.
How it tastes
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Reviews
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hellbräunliche Farbe mit fruchtigen und süßlichen Noten im Geruch. im Geschmack nussig fruchtig aber sehr sanft. dann verbreitet sich eine herzhafte Kombination aus Holz, dunklen Früchten und Nuss im Mund aus. diese Kombi bleibt lange and intensiv. Im Abgang dann herzhaft fruchtig.
Marmalade, fruit and nuts on the nose. Tastes sweet, notes of liquorish and toffee. Has a woody finish.
more like a 3,5 not a strong smell, good taste not that strong of an aftertaste
Very pleasant nose, a bit grainy with higher alc burn
Really intense Irish feel and taste
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