Welcome to The Tasting Vault — your whiskey journey starts now!

Your first tasting pack is already on its way, or may have landed on your doorstep.
Either way — get ready to dive into a flavour-filled adventure through Ireland’s world-class distilling heritage.

Inside this month’s pack, you’ll explore three major Irish whiskey styles —
Single Grain, Single Malt, and Single Pot Still — each offering something completely different in flavour, feel, and personality.

Whether you're brand new to whiskey or already on the hunt for deeper insight, we’ll guide you sip by sip — helping you taste more confidently, understand what you’re drinking, and enjoy the stories behind every drop.

Let’s crack into Whiskey No. 1 👇

Whiskey No. 1 — Clan Colla 7 Year-Old — 46% ABV

About the Distillery 

Clan Colla comes from Ahascragh Distillery, a family-led project known for sourcing exceptional spirit while their own distillery comes to life. The Clan Colla releases have quickly earned attention for their balance, quality casks, and modern Irish character.

Tasting Notes

Nose: Sweet molasses, tropical fruits and hints of oak.
Palate: Rich caramel, coconut and a touch of spice from the rum cask.
Finish: Smooth and warming with lingering toffee and vanilla.

Why we love it:
A brilliant showcase of what grain whiskey can do — light, elegant, and full of character. A perfect introduction to the world of single grain.

Whiskey No. 2 — Bushmills 10 Year-Old — 40% ABV

About the Distillery 

From the world’s oldest licensed whiskey distillery (dating back to 1608), Bushmills is famous for its smooth, fruit-led single malts. The 10 Year-Old has become a modern classic — an easygoing, approachable malt perfect for all palates.

Tasting Notes

Nose: Sweet vanilla, honey and ripe fruits.
Palate: Milk chocolate, honey and gentle spice.
Finish: Crisp and clean with subtle vanilla and almond sweetness.

Why we love it:
An iconic single malt — friendly, forgiving, and consistently delicious. One that converts new whiskey drinkers every day.

Whiskey No. 3 — Powers John’s Lane 12 Year-Old — 46% ABV

About the Distillery 

Powers is one of Ireland’s most storied whiskey houses, and John’s Lane is widely regarded as a benchmark for the single pot still style. Rooted in the traditions of Dublin’s old distilling era, it delivers richness, spice, and real depth in every sip. Powers was the last of the great Dublin distilleries to close in the 1970s, and you can still see the original pot stills on the grounds of what is now the NCAD campus. Thankfully, the Powers name — and its unmistakable whiskey — lived on, and today it’s crafted at the world-class Midleton Distillery in Cork.

Tasting Notes

Nose: Toasted oak, dark fruits and spices.
Palate: Full-bodied with dried fruit, chocolate and honey.
Finish: Long and rich with lingering spices and woodiness.

Why we love it:
A punchy, signature pot still whiskey — big flavour, big character, and a real sense of heritage.

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A Final Sip

Enjoy the journey in this pack — take your time, explore the flavours, and savour every drop. This is just the beginning.

Cheers,
Frankie
The Tasting Vault