Jameson
Distillery: Old Jameson Distillery, Smithfield Village, Dublin, Ireland Age: N/A Proof: 40% Nose: Full and floral with a smooth sweetness. Marmalade and fudge, Madeira and a little cut grass note. Palate: Thick and of good body with notes of orchard fruits, both fresh and cooked with a little vanilla cream. Color: Honey Notes: Hugely popular Irish blend, renowned for its affinity with ginger ale. The default springboard into the fascinating world of Irish whiskey, Jameson's quality has improved massively in the last 10-15 years and it's one of Jim Murray's favourites, with 95 points in the Whisky Bible 2013. |