Redbreast announced the release of its latest expression, Redbreast 18 Year Old. This new member of the Redbreast family offers a unique take on the brand’s classic style.

Having already earned prestigious accolades throughout 2024’s international global tasting competitions, including four Gold Medals from The Irish Whiskey Masters, Beverage Testing Institute, International Spirits Challenge, and International Wine & Spirit Competition, the new 18-year adds a new and exciting element to the brand’s range as the first 18 Year Old release for the brand. Also a first, the new expression uses the addition of cream sherry casks for a unique and distinctive flavor and will be available for an MSRP of $249.99.

Constantly seeking innovation, Redbreast Master Blender David McCabe and Redbreast Master Blender Emeritus Billy Leighton, meticulously nurtured Redbreast 18 Year Old, drawing inspiration from the aged inventory at Midleton Distillery while also embracing a diverse array of cask types to introduce to the Redbreast portfolio. Crafted from malted and unmalted barley and triple distilled in traditional copper pot stills, this exceptional expression has been aged in a cask combination of ex-bourbon, oloroso sherry, cream sherry and a portion aged in ruby port casks.

The new 18 Year Old intertwines the signature charm of oloroso sherry butts and ex-bourbon barrels that have become synonymous with the brand, enriching the whiskey with its distinctive flavors, adding lush blackcurrant and raspberry notes, pronounced tannins and a chocolate presence.

Redbreast 18 Year Old also includes whiskey aged in ruby port casks, as found in Redbreast 27 Year Old, creating rich flavors of autumnal fruits, toasted oak and nuttiness with a dusting of spices.

“The addition of Redbreast 18 Year Old to the Redbreast core range beautifully bridges the gap between our older and younger offerings,” Master Blender David McCabe said in a news release. “We wanted to unlock a new taste profile for the Redbreast permanent range while still offering something that feels distinctly Redbreast in its style. … This expression not only honors our heritage but also showcases our commitment to innovation in Irish whiskey making.”

The tantalizing addition of cream sherry casks from the esteemed Antonio Páez Lobato cooperage, along with the more traditional cask profile portfolio, promises something both new and familiar. Not only do they unveil a delightful syrupy sweetness that complements the inherent Redbreast taste, the expression also introduces a captivating array of new flavors that take center stage in this extraordinary expression.

“The unveiling of Redbreast 18 Year Old is a moment of pride for us,” Master Blender Emeritus Billy Leighton said. “We’re incredibly fortunate to have a variety of aged stock at Midleton Distillery, and with its unique flavor profile, we are confident this will be a welcome addition to whiskey enthusiasts’ collections and a delightful first-hand experience for those new to whiskey.”

Enjoy Responsibly. Bottled at 46%, the 18 Year Old is available nationwide starting September 2024 for an MSRP of $249.99. For more information, visit www.redbreastwhiskey.com or follow @redbreastus on Instagram.

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About Irish Distillers

Irish Distillers is Ireland’s leading supplier of spirits and wines and producer of some of the world’s most well-known and successful Irish whiskeys. Led by Jameson, its brands are driving the success of Irish whiskey globally. Irish Distillers was formed in 1966, when a merger took place between John Power & Son, John Jameson & Son, and Cork Distilleries Company. In 1988 Irish Distillers joined Pernod Ricard, gaining access to unprecedented levels of investment and an extensive global distribution network.