Heaven's Door Redbreast Master Blenders' Edition 10 Year Old, New Charred Oak & Redbreast Irish Whiskey Cask, 50%

This leans toward a rich, sweet bourbon character rather than the crisp freshness I tend to favour. Honeycomb and butterscotch shape the nose, while the palate brings in walnut and chocolate peanut. Orange peel offers a welcome brighter contrast alongside raisin and cinnamon, though the nuttier character remains central. On the finish, caramel and plum sit with peppercorn, and the notes indicate that combination lasts. I like the way the peppercorn gives the sweetness some counterweight, with the orange peel adding definition earlier on. For my taste, those contrasts are the main appeal. It sounds well-rounded, even if its richer side would draw me in more than its freshness.

Reviewed by daybreak kettle

Nose

Honeycomb, Butterscotch, Hints of plum and cherries

Palate

Walnut and chocolate peanut, Raisin and cinnamon, Orange peel and vanilla

Finish

Lingering caramel, peppercorn and plum