Ballykeefe Irish Poitin
70cl
Triple distilled through their beautiful copper pot stills, Ballykeefe distillery has captured the memories of a bygone era in a thoroughly modern way.
Banned as illegal from 1661 to 1997 the rebellious legacy of traditional Irish Poitin is alive and well in the heart of Ballykeefe.
Triple distilled through their beautiful copper pot stills, Ballykeefe distillery has captured the memories of a bygone era in a thoroughly modern way.
Banned as illegal from 1661 to 1997 the rebellious legacy of traditional Irish Poitin is alive and well in the heart of Ballykeefe.
Tasting Notes from Celtic Whiskey Shop and Wines on the Green
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Taste | Warming and viscous with a malted biscuit flavour, hints of red peppers and new oak. |
Nose | Slightly fruity, unripe bananas with hints of rhine valley wines |
Finish | Long with an Oakey sherry finish and a rich buttery feel. |
Fact Sheet
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Fluid | 70cl |
Alcohol % | 40% |
Serving Suggestion
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Serving Suggestion | Poitin Mule 50ml. Ballykeefe Irish Poitin 120ml. Ginger Beer or good quality ginger ale (add a slice of fresh ginger if using ginger ale) 17.5ml. Lime Juice 1dash Bitters 1wedge Lime |
Awards and/or Press Quotes
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Irish Whiskey Awards | Gold Medal - Irish Poitin 2018 |