Six single malt ex-bourbon casks were hand picked, each from the same distillery, from the J.J. Corry library of Irish Whiskey flavours. All aged 21 years, each single malt was chosen based on its unique flavour profile and attributes. Initially, these casks were blended to develop a vatting which perfectly represents J.J. Corry's juicy fruit house style, before the flavours were married in a Fino Sherry Butt, to harmonize and impart complexity, giving the whiskey a rich, grapelike and floral character. The Flintlock Batch 4 is bottled at 46% ABV without any artificial colouring or chill-filtration. The Flintlock series is named after a pistol found concealed in the rafters of J.J. Corry's 17th-century Tasting Barn on the McGuane family farm. The pistol dates to the 1790s, a time of freedom fighting in Ireland showing that independent thinking has always been important around here.
Perfect Serve: Serve neat
Tasting Notes:
Nose: Fresh florals, rich almond, grapefruit zest, white chocolate, anise, a touch of milky coffee.
Palate: Lemon cheesecake with a few blueberries and raspberries thrown in for good measure, plus layers of toffee and mint.
Finish: Floral notes of jasmine and fresh grape.
