Method & Madness Rye & Malt Irish Whiskey (Batch 1)

The Method & Madness Rye & Malt (Batch 1) marks a bold innovation in Irish whiskey — a first-of-its-kind mash bill combining 60% rye and 40% malted barley, crafted at the Midleton Micro Distillery in County Cork. Triple-distilled in copper pot stills and matured in ex-bourbon American oak barrels, this release bridges traditional Irish smoothness with the bold spice of rye, resulting in a whiskey that is both familiar and refreshingly new.

Bottled at 46% ABV, this small-batch release delivers an aromatic and flavour-rich experience. The nose offers bright notes of nutmeg, clove, and grapefruit peel balanced by sweet malt and mint. The palate is creamy and lively, revealing honey, orange zest, toasted almond, and cardamom, with the rye’s peppery spice bringing energy and structure. The finish is long, dry, and elegant — with lingering spice and soft oak sweetness. It’s a whiskey that redefines the Irish tradition through curiosity, craftsmanship, and fearless experimentation.

Crafted at the Midleton Micro Distillery, the Method & Madness range embodies the creative heart of Irish Distillers, where innovation and tradition meet. Established as a laboratory of ideas, the Micro Distillery allows apprentices and masters to collaborate, creating limited-edition releases that push Irish whiskey into new territory.

Under the guidance of Master Distiller Kevin O’Gorman, the Rye & Malt project began as a small-scale experiment in mash bill diversity — a return to Ireland’s historic use of multiple grains, brought to life through modern precision. The result is a whiskey that reflects both heritage and evolution: classic Midleton balance enriched by rye’s bold character. Method & Madness Rye & Malt stands as a symbol of the brand’s purpose — to explore the boundaries of flavour while staying true to Ireland’s time-honoured distilling craft.

Style: Single Pot Still–Style Irish Whiskey (Experimental mash bill)

Region: Midleton, County Cork, Ireland

Producer: Midleton Micro Distillery — Method & Madness experimental series (Irish Distillers)

Master Distiller / Blender: Kevin O’Gorman & the Midleton Innovation Team

ABV: 46%

Mash Bill: 60% Rye, 40% Malted Barley — a unique and modern Irish mash bill, distilled in small batches

Distillation: Triple distilled in copper pot stills at Midleton’s Micro Distillery

Maturation: Aged in ex-bourbon American oak barrels

Appearance: Light amber with golden glints