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Sexton Single Malt Irish Whiskey, 70 cl

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For the price, this is a good whiskey. It’s a bit young, but it’s smooth and flavorful and exceedingly well priced. Definitely a bottle to have around. The Sexton Single Malt Irish Whiskey is inspired by the long tradition of whiskey making on the North Coast of Ireland and consciously aged for four years in former Sherry butts to achieve a depth of flavor from the wine-imbued barrel that surpasses its years. Unexpected for a young single malt, The Sexton offers a perfect balance of rich, dried fruits and subtle oak notes, with a smooth finish that leaves you wanting more.” The Sexton Single Malt Irish Whiskey price, ABV, age and other details THE SEXTON has to be THE best bargain in the single malt universe. True, there’s no age statement on the bottle but I NEVER would have guessed that it’s aged only 4 to 5 years before bottling. That it is aged solely in oak/sherry casks is obvious but considering its age (and price!) this whiskey’s body and complexity is nothing short of astonishing. Throughout the 19th century, Irish whiskey reigned supreme over its Scottish rival, before falling out of favour. While Scotch may still wear the crown today, the pioneering efforts of Emerald Isle distilleries have led to a recent resurgence in popularity. It may be summer, but if you’re looking for a whiskey that offers those classic Christmas flavours in liquid form, make it this. We’re talking citrus peel, dried fig, sweet sherry and a subtle smoked almond note that begs to be sipped fireside (though we’re not waiting that long, and neither should you).

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When smelling The Sexton, you will detect hints of spice, fruits, marzipan and dark chocolate. On the palate, you’ll discover a very mild sweetness that slowly fades away, honeyed malt and oils coupled with a gentle wood finish. Paul is the owner and editor-in-chief of Luxurious Magazine. He previously worked as a fashion model, was in the British Army and created companies in the technology, venture capital and financial services sectors. Single pot still Irish whiskey: Unique to Ireland, Irish pot still whiskeys feature a minimum of 30% malted and 30% unmalted barley. Rich and bold, they're better suited to veteran whiskey drinkers than beginners. Single grain Irish whiskey: Made by mixing malted barley and other grains and produced in a column still, single grain whiskeys are noticeably lighter in taste and often have pronounced floral notes. A great mix of flavours that work sell together. A bit of sweetness with some honey flavour and some woody bottom end taste.

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I know I should like this. And I would like to say that I send only goodwill toward the sisterhood. But it’s like when I’m in barre class: Some women are really just not my type. This isn’t terrible, but it’s definitely not my favorite. I wanted to give it a 2, my co-taster said 3, so I’ll split the difference. As for what’s inside, perhaps owing to some of its unconventional production, this is indeed a rather unusual expression of Irish whiskey, even for a single malt. The nose is immediately a bit weedy, quite green and vegetal, but undercut with notes of savory spices — think rosemary, not cloves — and a slightly nutty, winey character. Give it some time, and the green character will fade a bit.

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Sweet and far denser than I would have thought based on the proof; The Sexton Single Malt Irish Whiskey is rather intense for what it is and I’m really enjoying it. I’m going to have a hard time not killing this entire bottle before St. Paddy’s day. The aroma is malty fruity with a copper sweetness and the palate shows heavy with sherry and malt. has been a year like no other and will not be going down in the annals of history as one of the better ones. With the dawn of a new year almost upon us, we all have an opportunity to reward ourselves for getting through this trying time and look forward to what will hopefully be a much better 2021. A straightforward way to do this is with a delicious tipple, providing you are of drinking age and in moderation, of course. The overall sense I get from this whiskey is that some high-quality sherry casks, though not first-fill, were used here. Besides aging a bit longer, the only way they could make The Sexton Single Malt Irish Whiskey better is if they didn’t skimp on it and bottled it at least at 46% and non-chill filtered. I know the tide is turning in Irish Whiskey to deliver their amazing malts in a purer form, but it’s a pity to see whiskeys that could be stellar diluted along the way.

Madison Kopta is an editor at Whiskey Raiders. As a Northern California native and mom of four, Madison spends much of her time enjoying the great outdoors with her family.

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Renowned for its lighter style and unparalleled smoothness, Irish whiskey is a versatile spirit worth getting to know. Straddling sweet, floral and fruit-forward flavours, it’s highly drinkable, no matter the occasion. Next on our hitlist is the Château Léoville Barton Irish Whiskey, which is one of a handful of Irish whiskeys finished in Bordeaux casks. Expect all the orchard fruits you'd expect of Green Spot, plus rich French oak character and lingering woodland notes. On the palate, the whiskey is more straightforward and quite charming. Bold nougat and spice notes round out a palate rich with nutty almond, toasty malt, and hints of cocoa powder, which linger far longer than expected. The finish sees some more of that winey character hanging about, which, along with the nutty elements, is the only real indication that this has been aged in sherry casks. You are here: Home / Irish / The Sexton Single Malt Irish Whiskey Review The Sexton Single Malt Irish Whiskey Review

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The word ‘Sexton’ comes from ‘sacristanus’ which is a Medieval Latin word. The word means a custodian of sacred objects. You might have noticed from the images that the bottle label and the bottle top displays a skull wearing a top hat which some people might be confused by. This too has links to the past. The same word is used to describe the person who prepares a grave who would also be the last person to see a body being laid to rest. Nose: Full of fruit. Apricots, lemon (especially the zest) and prunes (a.k.a. the rebranded “dried plums). It closes with mild hard cheese and…is that printer ink? Yes. Yes, it is. Lovely smooth whiskey bought for my husband for wedding anniversary. Great service from House of Malt.

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