METHOD AND MADNESS LAUNCHES NEW OATS AND MALT EXPRESSION

Irish Distillers, has today announced the launch of a new expression from its innovative and experimental Method and Madness brand.

Method and Madness – Oats and Malt (46% ABV) is a triple distilled Irish whiskey, made using a mash bill of 60% oats and 40% malt, and matured in ex-Bourbon casks.

Method and Madness - Oats and Malt

Created at the Midleton Micro Distillery by Distiller Katherine Condon, this latest release is said to pay tribute to the traditional malt flavours of sweet cereal, green apple and notes of lemon zest, while the inclusion of oats brings new tastes and aromas with notes of marshmallow and fudge along with a sumptuously creamy finish.

Commenting on the launch Katherine Condon, said: “Nearly a year on from the release of Method and Madness - Rye and Malt, we are extremely proud to introduce the world to the second release from our Micro Distillery in Midleton. The innovations within Irish whiskey continue to play a key role in growing the industry and it is a joy to be a part of that with the work we do at the Micro Distillery. The Oats and Malt release represents something exciting. By working with traditional malted barley in copper pot stills and combining this with Irish sourced oats, we are honouring our past while pushing forward with innovation. This is an extraordinary Irish whiskey offering that is a first for Method and Madness.”

Method and Madness – Oats and Malt, is now available in the UK, Ireland and Dublin Airport, for a RRP of €95.00.

Posted by Steve Rush

DIAGEO LAUNCHES ITS 2022 SPECIAL RELEASES COLLECTION

Diageo, has today announced the launch of its latest annual collection of Special Releases, which this year have been dubbed the ‘Elusive Expressions’.

This year's collection is said to introduce a legendary world of rare flavours for every Scotch whisky enthusiast to enjoy - pushing the boundaries of flavour to offer more rarity, flavour and fantasy.

The Diageo 2022 Special Releases

Hand-selected by Master Blender Dr. Craig Wilson, this year’s collection is comprised of seven single malt Scotch whiskies and one single grain Scotch whisky, which have been finished in a variety of casks, resulting in a depth of complexity and character.

The Diageo 2022 Special Releases Collection:
 
Mortlach – NAS Single Malt (57.8% ABV)
Refill American oak, virgin tawny port and red muscat-seasoned casks
RRP: £250
 
Talisker 11 Year Old Single Malt (55.1% ABV)
American oak ex-bourbon first fill, refill and wine-seasoned casks
RRP: £110
 
Lagavulin 12 Year Old Single Malt (57.3% ABV)
Heavily peated American oak refilled and virgin oak casks
RRP: £135
 
The Singleton of Glen Ord 15 Year Old Single Malt (54.2% ABV)
Refill American & European oak and wine-seasoned casks
RRP: £120
 
Cardhu 16 Year Old Single Malt (58% ABV)
Refill and re-charred American Oak, Jamaican pot still rum-seasoned casks
RRP: £160
 
Oban 10 Year Old Single Malt (57.1% ABV)
Refill and new American oak and amontillado-seasoned casks
RRP: £105

Clynelish 12 Year Old Single Malt (58.5% ABV)
Refill American oak and PX/Oloroso seasoned casks
RRP: £175
 
Cameronbridge 26 Year Old Single Grain (56.2% ABV)
Refill American oak casks
RRP: £275

 
Commenting on the launch, Dr Craig Wilson, Master Blender at Diageo, said: “Today we reveal and introduce Elusive Expressions, a boundary-pushing collection with flavours and finishes that truly redefine what cask-strength whiskies can be. From abundantly rich, to strikingly rare flavours, each one is vividly bought to life with new energy. Featuring some of our oldest whisky dynasties, we’ve embraced the flavour contrasts that exist within the collection, to create an unexpected whisky experience.”

The Diageo 2022 Special Releases Collection, will be available from specialist retailers and malts.com from October 1st.

Posted by Steve Rush