This cask strength bottling is presented at its natural strength straight from the barrel, without dilution to a standard proof. This means you're experiencing the whiskey in its most concentrated form, with intensified flavours and a more robust character. The higher alcohol content also allows you to control the dilution yourself, adding water to find your perfect balance while unlocking different flavour compounds at various strengths.

Pot still Irish whiskey uses a distinctive mash bill combining both malted and unmalted barley, unlike Scotch single malts which use only malted barley. This unmalted 'green' barley creates the signature pot still spiciness and rich peppery sensations that define the style. The triple distillation process further smooths the spirit while maintaining these characteristic spicy notes, resulting in that distinctively silky, creamy mouthfeel that sets Irish pot still apart.

You'll discover prominent oak and vanilla notes that develop beautifully from the 12-year maturation in oak casks. The pot still spiciness brings rich peppery sensations that dance on the palate, while the triple distillation creates an exceptionally smooth, creamy texture. At cask strength, these flavours are more concentrated and complex, with the oaky backbone providing structure for layers of sweet vanilla and warming spices to unfold.

Start by tasting it neat to appreciate its full intensity, then gradually add small amounts of room temperature water to open up different flavour layers. The beauty of cask strength is the control it gives you - some prefer it at full strength for maximum impact, while others find their sweet spot around 45-50% ABV. Use a tulip-shaped glass to concentrate the aromas, and allow it to rest for a few minutes after adding water to let the flavours integrate.

This expression earned a Gold Medal at the prestigious San Francisco World Spirits Competition with a 90-point score, reflecting its exceptional quality among international judges. Redbreast is widely recognised as the most-awarded pot still whiskey globally, cementing its reputation as the definitive expression of this uniquely Irish style. These accolades reflect over a century of unwavering commitment to traditional Irish whiskey-making techniques and ultra-premium quality standards.