Hyde No. 7 Cask Strength 8-Year-Old Single Malt Irish Whiskey
Intense, luxurious, and unapologetically powerful, Hyde No. 7 Cask Strength 8-Year-Old Single Malt showcases the best of Irish whiskey in its purest form. Aged for eight years in first-fill bourbon barrels and finished in Oloroso sherry casks, it’s bottled straight from the cask at 59% ABV, non-chill filtered to preserve every drop of flavour.
Expect layers of honey, vanilla, raisin, and toasted oak, carried by the warmth of pure pot still character. Crafted under the gentle Atlantic climate of County Cork, it stands as a testament to Hyde’s mastery of maturation and wood influence.
For the discerning whiskey drinker, Hyde Cask Strength 8-Year delivers both power and poise - an Irish single malt of exceptional strength, balance, and authenticity.
Ireland
8 Yr Old
700ml
59.00% ABV
NVBold, rich, and full of Irish character, Hyde No. 7 Cask Strength 8-Year-Old Single Malt is an intense, unfiltered expression crafted for whiskey connoisseurs who appreciate purity and power. Bottled straight from the cask at 59% ABV, this release exemplifies Hyde’s dedication to flavour, integrity, and tradition.
Aged in first-fill bourbon barrels and finished in Oloroso sherry casks, it delivers a perfect balance between American sweetness and Spanish depth — a whiskey that captures both vibrancy and maturity in every sip.
Hyde Irish Whiskey, founded by brothers Alan and Conor Hyde under Hibernia Distillers, takes its name from Douglas Hyde, Ireland’s first president and a champion of Irish culture. While the brand partners with select distilleries across Ireland, Hyde’s hallmark lies in its expert cask management and innovative finishing.
Each Hyde release is matured under the mild Atlantic climate of West Cork, where maritime air and constant humidity nurture a smooth, rounded spirit. The Cask Strength 8-Year expression embodies the brand’s motto: “It’s all about the wood.”
Style: Single Malt Irish Whiskey
Region: County Cork, Ireland
Producer: Hibernia Distillers (Hyde Whiskey)
Distillation: Triple-distilled from 100% malted barley in copper pot stills
Blend Composition: 8-year-old single malt
Maturation: Initially aged in flame-charred first-fill American bourbon barrels; finished in Oloroso sherry casks
Cask Influence: Bourbon casks impart vanilla, caramel, and honey sweetness; sherry casks add dried fruit, spice, and richness
Filtration / Proofing: Non-chill filtered
Appearance: Deep amber gold
ABV: 59 % (cask strength)
Nose:
Intense and aromatic — bursts of vanilla, honey, and toasted oak followed by figs, raisin, and orange zest.
Palate:
Full-bodied and warming — rich caramel and dried fruit unfold into dark chocolate, nutmeg, and spicy oak. The high ABV brings bold intensity yet remains remarkably balanced.
Finish:
Long, warming, and complex — lingering notes of sherry sweetness, spice, and toasted oak.
Overall Character:
Powerful, mature, and layered — a quintessential cask-strength Irish single malt of strength and sophistication.
Neat:
Best enjoyed neat for those who appreciate intensity and natural cask strength.
With Water:
A few drops open up honeyed fruit and soften spice edges without losing body.
On the Rocks:
Ideal for slow sipping — dilution reveals layers of toffee and fruitcake sweetness.
Cocktails:
Best reserved for spirit-forward classics — try in:
Cask Strength Old Fashioned
Rob Roy (Irish twist)
Smoked Whiskey Sour
Food Pairings:
Rich desserts (sticky toffee pudding, chocolate tart)
Blue cheese or smoked cheddar
Roasted nuts or dark fruit compote
Occasions:
Collector tastings
After-dinner sipping
Whiskey enthusiast experiences
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