First Impressions
Teeling Single Grain — World's Best Single Grain at the 2014 World Whiskey Awards. 95% corn, 5% malted barley, triple distilled. From Dublin's first new distillery in 125 years.
The Wine Cask
Matured in ex-Cabernet Sauvignon red wine casks from California — giving it a distinctive berry-tannic character uncommon in Irish whiskey. Non-chill filtered at 46%. The red wine influence sets it apart from typical grain whiskey.
Tasting
Candy sweetness nose with red berry compote and spiced caramel. Chewy palate of caramel, toffee, banana, and apricot with earthy herbal notes. Long, nutty finish with cocoa and dried fruit.
The Verdict
Teeling Single Grain earns a 7 — an interesting, approachable introduction to single grain whiskey. At £35, good value for a World's Best winner. The Cabernet Sauvignon cask influence gives it personality that typical grain whiskey lacks. Dublin's grain revolution.
