Teeling Whiskey, the award-winning Irish Whiskey, is proud to announce the highly anticipated release of its newest addition to the Teeling family: the Explorers Series 15 Year Old Japanese Edition Irish Whiskey.
Available now, while stock lasts, this limited edition expression is the epitome of innovation. Through an incorporation of unique Mugi Shochu casks, Teeling blends together Irish and Japanese influences to create a whiskey that pushes the boundaries of Irish whiskey craftsmanship.
Each Teeling Whiskey bottling is packed with innovation and bold thinking to create a unique style of Irish whiskey. The Explorers Series, in particular, embodies this whiskey-making philosophy and celebrates the brave, intrepid Irish explorers who have travelled the world to make their mark. Each Explorers Edition release embraces a nation’s character and personality by using unique casks or spirit types that capture their national identity.
For this limited Japanese Edition, Teeling Whiskey was initially matured in ex-bourbon barrels for 11 years to capture the full character you would expect from Irish whiskey, before an additional four years aging in unique ex-Mugi Shochu spirit casks sourced directly from Japan.
Shochu is the hidden gem of Japanese spirits and is consumed more than sake domestically. This Japanese Shochu is crafted from Mugi, the Japanese for barley, fermented using the traditional Koji fermentation process before it is distilled in a pot still and matured in traditional Japanese oak casks. The resulting Mugi Shochu is a distinct light yet exotic fruity spirit unique to Japan.
By harnessing the distinctive characteristics of Mugi Shochu casks, Teeling Whiskey has created a truly exceptional and one-of-a-kind Irish whiskey. The influence of these unique casks brings forth a harmonious marriage of flavours, infusing the whiskey with delicate notes of toasted barley, exotic lychee and passionfruit and a subtle hint of oak with a sweet, mellow finish, to deliver a refreshing and crisp aftertaste.
The Explorers Edition 15 Year Old Japanese Edition Irish whiskey embodies the best of both Irish and Japanese spirits, offering a distinctive taste experience unique to Irish Whiskey.
Jack Teeling, Founder and Managing Director of Teeling Whiskey, expressed his enthusiasm for this new release, saying: "With our new Explorers Series 15 Year Old Japanese Edition, we have pushed the boundaries of Irish whiskey by incorporating elements of Japanese craft spirits.
"Through a friend living in Japan we could source these casks directly and have been waiting patiently for more than four years before we felt it was the right time to bottle up this one-of-a-kind whiskey. We believe this unique collaboration has resulted in a whiskey that truly represents the spirit of exploration, innovation and craftsmanship that Teeling Whiskey stands for."
This exclusive release comes adorned with intricate Japanese-inspired artwork on the tube and label, reflecting the fusion of cultures embodied in the whiskey. Teeling 15-Year Old Japanese Explorer's Edition is available to buy from Dan Murphy’s at $175, to buy yours click here.
