Glendalough 13 Year Old Single Malt Irish Whiskey
Smooth, rich, and beautifully matured, Glendalough 13 Year Old Single Malt is a defining expression from Ireland’s craft distilling revival. Aged for over a decade in first-fill bourbon casks, it captures a perfect harmony of malt sweetness, vanilla richness, and oak complexity.
Bottled at 46% ABV and non-chill filtered, it retains the whiskey’s full natural character - silky, aromatic, and impeccably balanced.
A modern Irish classic, Glendalough 13 Year Old stands as a testament to time, patience, and craftsmanship - a whiskey that bridges heritage and innovation with grace and authenticity.
Ireland
13 Yr Old
700ml
46.00% ABVRich, smooth, and full of character, Glendalough 13 Year Old Single Malt was the whiskey that put the young Wicklow distillery on the global map. Upon its release, it was celebrated as Ireland’s first ever 13-year-old single malt, representing both the innovation and the respect for tradition that define Glendalough’s approach.
Aged exclusively in first-fill bourbon casks and bottled at 46% ABV, it delivers classic Irish single malt elegance with depth and complexity well beyond its years — silky, honeyed, and perfectly balanced.
Founded in 2011, Glendalough Distillery stands in the heart of the “Valley of the Two Lakes” in County Wicklow — a region rich in monastic history and natural beauty. The distillery’s founders set out to revive the ancient craft of Irish distillation, combining time-honoured techniques with creative exploration.
The 13 Year Old Single Malt embodies the distillery’s philosophy: handcrafted spirit matured patiently in exceptional casks, showcasing the purity of Irish malt and the gentle influence of oak. This release helped define Glendalough’s identity as a pioneer in Ireland’s modern whiskey renaissance.
Style: Single Malt Irish Whiskey
Region: County Wicklow, Ireland
Producer: Glendalough Distillery
Distillation: Triple-distilled in copper pot stills from 100% malted barley
Blend Composition: 13-year-old single malt
Maturation: Entirely aged in first-fill American oak ex-bourbon casks
Cask Influence: Bourbon wood imparts vanilla, honey, caramel, and oak spice
Filtration / Proofing: Non-chill filtered
Appearance: Deep gold with amber highlights
ABV: 46 %
Nose:
Honey and vanilla upfront, followed by creamy toffee, citrus zest, and light oak spice. Hints of white chocolate and orchard fruit emerge with air.
Palate:
Rich and smooth — flavours of caramel, baked apple, and orange peel with undertones of malt, toasted oak, and sweet spice. The texture is creamy and well-rounded, revealing layers of bourbon sweetness and malt depth.
Finish:
Long and warming with lingering notes of vanilla, honey, and soft oak.
Overall Character:
Refined, classic, and elegant — a masterclass in balance between bourbon cask sweetness and Irish malt purity.
Neat:
Enjoy neat to appreciate the honeyed sweetness and oak depth.
With Water:
A splash opens up bright citrus and creamy vanilla.
On the Rocks:
Enhances caramel and spice while maintaining smoothness.
Cocktails:
Perfect for elevated whiskey classics — try in:
Irish Whiskey Sour
Old Fashioned
Whiskey Smash
Food Pairings:
Vanilla custard or apple tart
Dark chocolate
Aged cheddar or brie
Occasions:
After-dinner sipping
Gift or special celebration
Whiskey-tasting flights and premium Irish showcases
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