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818 Tequila: Your Summer Cocktail Cheat Sheet

Hannah Osbourne Friday 26th July 2024 0

Summer is here and what better way to celebrate than with a refreshing tequila cocktail? 818 Tequila, the brainchild of Kendall Jenner, isn't just another celebrity spirit – it's a collection of three distinct expressions made from 100% Blue Weber Agaves, sourced from the Los Valles region in Jalisco, Mexico. The agaves are nurtured for at least 7 years to reach peak maturity before being cooked for over 30 hours to extract their unique flavour, followed by 70 hours of fermentation before...

Fourth of July at Celtic Whiskey Shop

System Administrator Thursday 27th June 2024 0

As the Fourth of July approaches, there’s no better time to celebrate American heritage with one of the nation’s most iconic spirits: whiskey. From the robust, smoky flavours of Tennessee whiskey to the rich, caramel notes of Kentucky bourbon, these spirits have become as much a part of American culture as the stars and stripes. Bourbon, often hailed as “America’s Native Spirit,” has a deep-rooted history dating back to the late 18th century, symbolizing the pioneering spirit of the ear...

Unique Whiskeys from Around the World

Hannah Osbourne Monday 19th February 2024 0

Whisk(e)y is a spirit celebrated worldwide, with its production spanning over 100 countries. From historic American whiskey to sophisticated Japanese whisky , to innovative Indian distilleries , and refined French whiskey , each region brings its unique flair and expertise to the world stage. At the Celtic Whiskey Shop , we are passionate about sharing our knowledge and enthusiasm for this wonderful spirit, which is why we have curated a collection that spans the globe, providin...

Redbreast Iberian Series: Introducing the Tawny Port Edition Whiskey

Hannah Osbourne Friday 22nd September 2023 0

Are you looking for a new Irish whiskey to try? If you are a fan of Redbreast, the award-winning range from Midleton Distillery in Cork, you will be delighted to hear that they have launched a new product: the Tawny Port Edition. This limited edition release features a small batch of 8-10 year old Redbreast whiskey that has been re-casked and finished in Tawny Port Hogshead from the Iberian peninsula. The result is a stunning whiskey that combines Redbreast's signature smoothness and s...

Exciting New Releases at Celtic Whiskey Shop

Hannah Osbourne Thursday 24th August 2023 0

Exciting New Releases at Celtic Whiskey Shop We always love chatting all things whisk(e)y here at Celtic Whiskey Shop! And when we’re asked what exciting new releases there have been the past while, we couldn’t help but put together this list to share some of these exciting whiskeys you may have missed. From Bushmills 30 Year Old, a stunning Macallan release, to perhaps the finest most special Celtic Cask release yet- the 31 year old Celtic Cask 46, we have something to cater to ever...

Irish Whiskey vs Scotch Whisky

Hannah Osbourne Monday 19th June 2023 0

If we know anything at Celtic Whiskey Shop, it’s whiskey! A big question we get asked is what’s the difference between Irish whiskey and Scotch whisky. Besides each drink being exclusively from their eponymous country, there’s a big difference in how they’re made, distilled and even their history. History The word 'whiskey' (or whisky) comes from the Irish ‘uisce beatha’ which means ‘water of life’. Irish whiskey was one of the earliest distilled drinks in Europe, which was invented around th...