Redbreast Irish Whiskey has added to its Iberian Series, with the Cuatro Barriles Edition. Blending whiskey aged in four distinct barrel types – American ex-bourbon, Spanish oloroso sherry butts, Portuguese tawny port hogsheads, and European virgin oak casks – it marks the fourth expression in the Redbreast Iberian Series, which began with the limited edition release of its Tawny Port Edition in 2023.
Crafted at the iconic Midleton distillery in Co. Cork, Ireland, and bottled at 46% ABV, the release pays homage to Redbreast’s long-standing connection to the cooperages and winemakers of the Iberian Peninsula.
The inclusion of Portuguese tawny port hogsheads and European virgin oak casks adds an intriguing new dimension to this storied blend…
The use of Oloroso sherry butts and ex-bourbon barrels remains a cornerstone for this expression; Oloroso sherry seasoning imparts notes of dried fruits, orange peel and nutty undertones, while the use of ex-bourbon barrels contribute aromas of sweet vanilla and nutmeg.
However the inclusion of Portuguese tawny port hogsheads and European virgin oak casks adds an intriguing new dimension to this storied blend.
The delicately drying tannins from the virgin oak barrel are said to add structure and body to the mouthfeel, magnifying the complexity of the whiskey, while the tawny port casks contribute hints of smoked almonds, praline and dark berry fruits.
Master Blender Dave McCabe describes the edition as a harmonious dram that echoes the diversity and richness of the outstanding barrels found across the Iberian Peninsula.
“There’s a profound joy in creating a whiskey that mirrors the vibrant journey taken to create it, I can’t wait for both enthusiasts and those new to the range to experience it first-hand.”
Priced at €108, Redbreast Cuatro Barriles Edition is exclusively available through Global Travel Retail at Dublin and Cork Duty Free, Ireland.
The Whisky Exchange has dropped three new exclusive bottlings to mark the start of 2026, spanning Scotch whisky, American bourbon and Jamaican rum. The limited collection comprises an experimental single-cask Torabhaig from the Isle of Skye, a punchy single-barrel bourbon from Bardstown Bourbon Company, and a sherry-cask-aged Hampden Estate rum that leans fully into the…
Just in time for Burns Night, Orkney-based Highland Park has announced a limited-edition cask strength single malt whisky. The new release, Cask Strength: Heather, is made using 100 per cent Orkney peat-smoked barley, with peat sourced responsibly from Hobbister Moor, just a few miles from the distillery. Given Orkney’s northern latitude, trees struggle to grow,…
January may feel long and grey, but one undoubted bright spot is Burns Night, the annual celebration held on January 25, marking the birthday of Scotland’s national poet, Robert Burns. For whisky lovers, it’s one of the most convivial fixtures of the year: a night where poetry, food and Scotland’s greatest export meet in cheerful,…
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Redbreast Irish Whiskey has added to its Iberian Series, with the Cuatro Barriles Edition. Blending whiskey aged in four distinct barrel types – American ex-bourbon, Spanish oloroso sherry butts, Portuguese tawny port hogsheads, and European virgin oak casks – it marks the fourth expression in the Redbreast Iberian Series, which began with the limited edition release of its Tawny Port Edition in 2023.
Crafted at the iconic Midleton distillery in Co. Cork, Ireland, and bottled at 46% ABV, the release pays homage to Redbreast’s long-standing connection to the cooperages and winemakers of the Iberian Peninsula.
The use of Oloroso sherry butts and ex-bourbon barrels remains a cornerstone for this expression; Oloroso sherry seasoning imparts notes of dried fruits, orange peel and nutty undertones, while the use of ex-bourbon barrels contribute aromas of sweet vanilla and nutmeg.
However the inclusion of Portuguese tawny port hogsheads and European virgin oak casks adds an intriguing new dimension to this storied blend.
The delicately drying tannins from the virgin oak barrel are said to add structure and body to the mouthfeel, magnifying the complexity of the whiskey, while the tawny port casks contribute hints of smoked almonds, praline and dark berry fruits.
Master Blender Dave McCabe describes the edition as a harmonious dram that echoes the diversity and richness of the outstanding barrels found across the Iberian Peninsula.
“There’s a profound joy in creating a whiskey that mirrors the vibrant journey taken to create it, I can’t wait for both enthusiasts and those new to the range to experience it first-hand.”
Priced at €108, Redbreast Cuatro Barriles Edition is exclusively available through Global Travel Retail at Dublin and Cork Duty Free, Ireland.
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The Whisky Exchange has dropped three new exclusive bottlings to mark the start of 2026, spanning Scotch whisky, American bourbon and Jamaican rum. The limited collection comprises an experimental single-cask Torabhaig from the Isle of Skye, a punchy single-barrel bourbon from Bardstown Bourbon Company, and a sherry-cask-aged Hampden Estate rum that leans fully into the…
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Just in time for Burns Night, Orkney-based Highland Park has announced a limited-edition cask strength single malt whisky. The new release, Cask Strength: Heather, is made using 100 per cent Orkney peat-smoked barley, with peat sourced responsibly from Hobbister Moor, just a few miles from the distillery. Given Orkney’s northern latitude, trees struggle to grow,…
Toasting the Bard: Where to eat, drink and celebrate Burns Night 2026
January may feel long and grey, but one undoubted bright spot is Burns Night, the annual celebration held on January 25, marking the birthday of Scotland’s national poet, Robert Burns. For whisky lovers, it’s one of the most convivial fixtures of the year: a night where poetry, food and Scotland’s greatest export meet in cheerful,…
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