The Teeling Single Grain, coming from the famous Irish distillery of the same name, is one of the very few Irish Bourbons and was first marketed in 2013. The ex- owner of the Cooley distillery has some hope to renew the success of Greenore, the first and until now only single Irish grain available on the market. Sold without age mention, it was aged in wine casks (Cabernet Sauvignon) before being bottled at 46% without cold filtration. I’m usually not a big fan of bourbon but considering the quality of the products offered by Teeling, I had to test it: D
Nose: Sweet and fruity, as usually with a single malt from this distillery, we are basically on something lemony with a touch of pear. Then come woody notes and hints of vanilla. Very nice overall, until some vinous acidity, a little bit too much for me.
Mouth: Clearly a bourbon but very light in the mouth, but not invasive… at first, because the sensation in the mouth is surprisingly changing, after a few moments the alcohol is very much more present. We find the characteristic notes of vanilla with fruity notes. Overall, although pleasant, lacks a bit of complexity and richness.
Finish: Medium length (short tendency), a little dry, woody with a hint of vanilla.
Note: 79/100
A little bit disappointed by this tasting, it is clear that it is not this bottle of Teeling Single Grain that, although pleasant, will make me appreciate bourbon more than in the past. But hey, Teeling has so much better to offer with single malt that it’s not a problem: D
Available for around 40 €, bourbon lovers may find it more interesting than me 😉
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