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Jameson Original

Regular price £23.00

Smooth, versatile, and globally loved, Jameson Original represents the heart and soul of Irish whiskey. Produced by Irish Distillers at the renowned Midleton Distillery, it unites pot still richness and grain lightness through triple distillation - a hallmark of the Jameson style since 1780.

Matured in carefully selected bourbon and sherry casks, it offers a balanced profile of vanilla sweetness, soft spice, and orchard fruit, with a clean, mellow finish. Bottled at 40% ABV, it embodies the warmth and accessibility that have made Jameson an icon worldwide.

Rooted in over 240 years of craftsmanship and guided by the fearless motto Sine Metu, Jameson Original is more than a whiskey - it’s a story of tradition, community, and timeless Irish character.

Details
Ireland
Ireland
700ml
40% ABV
NV
Regular price £23.00
Overview & Distillery

Smooth, balanced, and unmistakably Irish, Jameson Original is the world’s best-selling Irish whiskey — a timeless expression that has defined the category for over two centuries. Crafted at the Midleton Distillery in County Cork, this triple-distilled blend unites pot still and grain whiskeys to achieve Jameson’s hallmark harmony of flavour and smoothness.

Matured in a combination of bourbon and sherry casks, it offers delicate aromas of vanilla, toasted wood, and spice, with flavours of sweet orchard fruit, honey, and soft nutty undertones. Bottled at 40% ABV, it’s light yet full-flavoured, approachable yet complex — a benchmark of Irish whiskey quality recognised across the world.

Jameson Original remains the foundation of the brand’s legacy — a whiskey as welcoming as the country it comes from, crafted for sharing, celebrating, and enjoying in good company.

Produced at the historic Midleton Distillery in County Cork, Jameson Original continues the proud tradition begun by John Jameson in Dublin in 1780. Guided by the founding motto “Sine Metu” — Without Fear — Jameson built his whiskey on principles of quality, craftsmanship, and community.

Today, Midleton stands as the beating heart of Irish whiskey production, home not only to Jameson but to other celebrated Irish Distillers brands including Powers and Redbreast. Using triple distillation and carefully selected casks, Jameson’s Master Distillers and Blenders maintain the brand’s renowned smoothness and consistency, ensuring every drop stays true to its heritage.

Jameson Original is more than a whiskey — it’s a symbol of Irish hospitality and craftsmanship, bridging centuries of distilling excellence with a flavour loved worldwide.

Profile

Style: Blended Irish Whiskey

Region: Midleton, County Cork, Ireland

Producer: Irish Distillers (Jameson)

Distillation: Triple distilled for smoothness

Blend Composition: A balanced blend of rich pot still and light grain whiskeys

Maturation: Matured in a combination of ex-bourbon and sherry casks

Cask Influence: Bourbon adds vanilla, caramel, and toasted oak; sherry contributes subtle dried fruit, nuttiness, and spice

Filtration: Chill filtered

Appearance: Bright gold with amber highlights

ABV: 40 %

Nose:
Gentle aromas of vanilla, sweet cereal, and light sherry fruit with a hint of spice and toasted oak.

Palate:
Exceptionally smooth and balanced. Flavours of honey, fresh orchard fruit, malt, and subtle nutty spice develop over a creamy sweetness from bourbon wood.

Finish:
Medium length with lingering notes of vanilla, spice, and gentle oak.

Neat:
Perfect for appreciating Jameson’s signature smoothness and subtle sweetness.

With Water:
Opens up fresh fruit and light spice while enhancing its creamy texture.

On the Rocks:
Adds crispness and amplifies vanilla and oak notes.

Cocktails:
A go-to whiskey for mixability and balance — ideal in:
Jameson & Ginger (with lime)
Whiskey Sour
Irish Coffee
Highball with soda and lemon

Food Pairings:
Apple pie or vanilla desserts
Light cheeses or smoked meats
Traditional Irish stew or roasted chicken

Occasions:
Everyday sipping
Social gatherings and celebrations
Cocktails or whiskey tasting flights

Available for pickup at
Derrylin
Usually ready in 24 hours

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Derrylin
Enniskillen BT92 9AN
United Kingdom

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