Method & Madness Single Pot Still Irish Whiskey – Wild Cherry Wood Finish (Batch 1)

The Method & Madness Single Pot Still – Wild Cherry Wood Finish represents one of the boldest experiments ever to emerge from the Midleton Distillery in County Cork. Crafted within the distillery’s Micro Distillery innovation hub, this limited-edition release pushes the boundaries of Irish whiskey maturation while honouring the country’s historic single pot still tradition.

This whiskey begins its journey in a combination of ex-bourbon and ex-sherry casks, developing a foundation of vanilla, spice, and sweetness before an unconventional twist — a secondary maturation in wild cherry wood casks. This world-first finish introduces a remarkable depth of flavour, with cherry wood’s porous structure imparting distinctive fruit, herbal, and toasted nut notes. Bottled at 46% ABV, the result is a whiskey that perfectly balances innovation and tradition — lively, layered, and unmistakably Midleton.

Born from the creative heart of the Midleton Micro Distillery, the Method & Madness range was designed to explore the limits of Irish whiskey making — where the master meets the apprentice, and where centuries of craft are reimagined through experimentation. Overseen by Master Distiller Kevin O’Gorman and his team of rising distillers, Method & Madness reflects both precision and playfulness, marrying technical excellence with creative exploration.

The Wild Cherry Wood Finish is a prime example of this ethos. Using cherry wood sourced from Central Europe, the Midleton team discovered a new layer of complexity — one that adds brightness and spice to the rich, oily texture of single pot still whiskey. The result is a modern Irish whiskey that pays homage to heritage while charting a new direction for innovation — a testament to Midleton’s spirit of curiosity, collaboration, and craftsmanship.

Style: Single Pot Still Irish Whiskey (Experimental Finish)

Region: Midleton, County Cork, Ireland

Producer: Midleton Distillery — Method & Madness Series (Irish Distillers)

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

ABV: 46%

Maturation: Initially matured in ex-bourbon and ex-sherry casks, then finished in wild cherry wood casks — a world-first for Irish whiskey

Wood Influence: Wild cherry wood’s porous structure introduces bright fruit, spice, and gentle sweetness, creating a layered and distinctive flavour profile

Appearance: Golden amber with copper highlights