J.J.CorryTheHansonBlendedIrishWhiskey(700ml)

Sans Something novel in the Irish category â€?â€?em>The Hansonâ€?is a Blended Grain, named after J.J. Corry’s son-in-law, who was a revenue man in the early 1900s known locally as “The Gauger Hansonâ€? Reportedly, just three casks from different distilleries make up each batch (West Cork, Cooley and GND). Four and ten year old material (20% and 80% respectively) were drawn from x-bourbon barrels, each selected to build complexity upon the sweet and fruity qualities of the grain whiskey. Oily at first on the nose, then closer to nashi pear in later passes, the palate serves up some juicy-fruity-malt and vanilla action with a buttery middle, rounded off by a zesty, drying finish. It drinks like a full-bodied version of a Japanese blend (think Suntory Kakubin) possessing a depth that stands out for the category. Enjoy straight or in a refreshing highball with soda. 46% Alc./Vol. Non chill filtered.