Waterford Single Farm Origin Sheetown 1.2

Description

Waterford Single Farm Origin Sheestown 1.2

Age: Approximately 3-4 years
Base Ingredients: 100% Irina barley grown by Philip O’Brien on Sheestown Farm
Producer: Waterford Distillery, Co. Kilkenny, Ireland
Cask Type: Matured in a combination of:

• 33% first-fill American oak casks
• 18% virgin American oak casks
• 25% French oak casks
• 24% Vin Doux Naturel (fortified wine) casks
  ABV: 50%

Tasting Notes:

• Nose: Aromas of malt, honey, fruit cake, pears, sherry trifle, cookie dough, summer hay, and a touch of orange peel and earthy notes.
• Palate: Spices, clove, blood oranges, honeycomb, barley sugar, and ginger.
• Finish: Long with notes of spice and citrus.

Sheestown 1.2, part of Waterford’s Single Farm Origin series, emphasizes the unique terroir of Sheestown, an area known for its well-drained loamy soil with limestone and sandstone. This expression highlights the distinct characteristics imparted by the barley grown on Philip O’Brien’s farm. Each bottle includes a TÉIREOIR code that provides detailed information about the specific barley’s origin and the production process, offering a deep dive into the concept of terroir in whisky production.