This delicate and sweet expression is full of citrus and vanilla notes with nutmeg clove and honey. Perfect with seafood, by itself, or as an after dinner treat with chocolate this versatile whiskey is a true taste of Cooraclare.
An immediate hit of Irish Whiskey’s signature orchard fruits—with a suggestion of ripe red apple but dominated by white peaches and apricots. Floral notes, and hints of freshly cut lawns and Douglas Fir dance around those stone fruits.
Orange hard candy develops into candied orange peel, before giving way to cooked stone-fruit flavours: apricot frangipane tart and peach cobbler.
5-30 years old
Olorosso PX Hogshead
American Bourbon
Second fill Sherry Hogshead
Bourbon
Sherry Hogshead
Rich and deep notes of vanilla fudge and toasted coconut speak of the bourbon influence. Top notes of griddled pineapple and lime give a fresh zing.
A lively start with bright, green apples, toasted coconut continuing from the nose. With influence of fresh oak is clear.
5-11 years old
American Bourbon
Second fill Bourbon
Bourbon
Bourbon
Layers and layers of flavours. Ripe orchard flavours and a complex underlay of sweet Jasmine coming through from the Fino. The mid palate is bright with lime and grapefruit and fresh summer wildflower honey.
The recognisable ‘Flintlock’ white stone fruits and forest berries are first to appear and subtle hints of orange blossom.
Layers and layers of flavours. Ripe orchard flavours and a complex underlay of sweet Jasmine coming through from the Moscatel. The mid palate is bright with lime and grapefruit and fresh summer wildflower honey.
21 Years
Vatting of Single Malts aged 21 years in ex-bourbon casks and finished in a Fino sherry butt
Second fill Fino Sherry Butt
Bourbon Cask
Fino Sherry Butt
The Battalion is named in honour of the Battalion San Patricios, or ‘St. Patrick’s Battalion, a group of Irish men who fought for Mexico in the Mexican/American War of 1846-1848.
As modern whiskey Bonders we do exactly as J.J. Corry would have done, use the casks at his disposal to impart unique flavours in his blends. J.J. had access to rum, Bordeaux & sherry casks, we are lucky enough to be able to look as far afield as Mexico and beyond for flavours that work with Irish Whiskey. we take inspiration from the work of artisanal spirit producers around the world.
Delicate floral character, fresh orange citrus, sweet agave.
Honeyed agave, oak spice with hints of vanilla and caramel Finish: Minerality with influences of paprika spice
6 years
Matured in first fill Bourbon, finished in ex-Tequila cask for 6 months
Second fill Ex-Tequila
Bourbon
Ex-Tequila
This delicate and sweet expression is full of citrus and vanilla notes with nutmeg clove and honey. Perfect with seafood, by itself, or as an after dinner treat with chocolate this versatile whiskey is a true taste of Cooraclare.
Inspired by our community, it showcases the Clare GAA’s saffron and blue colours - “Hon the Banner” is the historic battle cry of the County sports fans. This blend includes sourced mature stock as well as the first whiskey we matured in our library of whiskey flavours on the McGuane farm in Cooraclare. Bottled in small batches and blended in-house.
Custard filling, fresh citrus
Delicate sweetness of lemon and lime balanced with vanilla, nutmeg, and honey warmth. Warm spices roll into a slight pepper minerality
3-5
Vatting comprised of 45% Single Malt and 55% Single Grain Irish Whiskey
Second fill Ex-Bourbon
Ex-Bourbon, Pedro Ximénez Sherry Butt
Ex-Bourbon