Irish Whiskey (Ireland)

Legal basis: Irish Whiskey Act / EU GI

Key requirements

  • Produced on the island of Ireland
  • Aged minimum 3 years in wood
  • Distilled from a mash of malted cereals with or without whole grains
  • Typically triple distilled (not mandatory)

Common subcategories

  • Single Malt Irish Whiskey
  • Single Pot Still Irish Whiskey
  • Single Grain Irish Whiskey
  • Blended Irish Whiskey

Style notes

  • Often lighter and fruit-forward
  • Pot still styles show spice and cereal depth
  • Sherry or bourbon casks shape sweetness and texture

Irish Whiskey Posts

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Writers’ Tears Copper Pot Irish Whiskey

10/22/2025 – While on vacation in Ireland Irish whiskey continues to enjoy a renaissance among spirits enthusiasts and casual drinkers alike, and Writers’ Tears Copper Pot…

December 14, 2025 • rick

A Personal Irish Whiskey Journey

Tasting these whiskeys while traveling through Ireland offers more than a simple comparison of flavors—it becomes a narrative of tradition, innovation, and regional character. The Modern…

December 11, 2025 • rick