The Yellow Spot 12yo is a single pot still Irish whiskey from the renowned Midleton distillery, crafted from a harmonious blend of malted and unmalted barley, and distilled three times in traditional copper pot stills. This method, practiced at Midleton for nearly 200 years, ensures a whiskey of unparalleled quality and depth.
This whiskey, inspired by the original Yellow Spot last bottled in the 1950s, stands out with its 12 years of maturation in three distinct types of oak casks: American bourbon barrels, Spanish sherry butts, and Spanish Malaga casks that once held sweet wine. The influence of the Malaga casks imparts a unique, exotic sweetness to the whiskey, making it a delightful sensory experience. Bottled at 46% ABV, it offers a rich and creamy mouthfeel, along with a complex aroma profile.
The Yellow Spot 12yo is characterized by its full-bodied, complex aromas and a smooth, creamy texture. The interplay of bourbon, sherry, and Malaga cask aging brings together a symphony of flavors, from spicy and fruity to hints of honey. This rare and highly sought-after whiskey is a testament to traditional Irish whiskey-making methods and the expertise of the Midleton distillers. It offers an indulgent, opulent, and silky experience that is often described as near perfection, making it an excellent choice for those who appreciate depth and maturity in their whiskey.
Yellow Spot 12yo is unique due to its maturation in three types of oak casks: American bourbon barrels, Spanish sherry butts, and Spanish Malaga casks, which impart an exotic sweet note to the whiskey.
You can expect a rich and complex flavor profile with notes of honey, fruit, spice, chocolate, and a long sweet finish.
Yellow Spot 12yo has more wood influence and spices compared to the younger and more youthful fruitiness of Green Spot. It offers a deeper and more mature flavor profile.
The ABV (Alcohol By Volume) of Yellow Spot 12yo is 46%.
While its complex flavor profile might be more appreciated by experienced whiskey drinkers, beginners who enjoy exploring rich and layered tastes will also find it delightful.
Overall taste: The Yellow Spot 12yo offers a rich and complex flavor profile with notes of honey, fruit, spice, and chocolate, culminating in a long and sweet finish.
The Yellow Spot 12yo is highly regarded by reviewers for its extraordinary complexity and rich, layered expressions of flavors. The whiskey's aroma is fruity but develops into deeper notes of vanilla, coconut, and toffee over time. On the palate, it is lush with flavors like vanilla, milk chocolate, and coffee beans, although some find it does not fully match the aromatic promise. The finish is medium with lingering butterscotch and espresso acidity. Overall, it is seen as an opulent and sophisticated whiskey that greatly surpasses its younger sibling, Green Spot, with more wood influence, spices, and mellow maturity. The thick, lush fruitiness combined with waxy, oily, and syrupy textures make it a favorite among those who enjoy dark, woody flavors over bright, youthful fruitiness. Some reviewers note minor inconsistencies between batches, but the general consensus is that it is a stunning single pot still whiskey, worth every penny.
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