Midleton Very Rare Dair Ghaelach Kilranelagh Wood - Full Tree Set (Trees 1–6)

🌳 Tree No. 1 – Golden Harmony

One-liner: Elegant and rounded — vanilla cream, honeyed pear, and toasted oak spice in perfect balance.
Collector Tasting Note:
Soft, silky, and beautifully composed, this opening expression reveals layers of vanilla and orchard fruit over sweet malt and polished oak. Gentle spice builds toward a creamy, warming finish — graceful and poised, the perfect introduction to Kilranelagh’s oak character.

🌳 Tree No. 2 – Citrus Spice Lift

One-liner: Bright and zesty — lemon peel, honey, and nutmeg balanced by crisp oak freshness.
Collector Tasting Note:
Vibrant and aromatic, Tree 2 highlights the livelier side of Irish oak influence. Fresh citrus, apple, and honey unfold across a silky palate, accented by nutmeg and clove. Clean, refreshing, and full of vitality, it showcases the finesse of Midleton’s pot still spirit.

🌳 Tree No. 3 – Depth and Structure

One-liner: Robust and complex — dark fruit, cocoa, and oak spice with lingering warmth.
Collector Tasting Note:
A powerful cask that commands attention. Notes of fig, raisin, and dark chocolate weave through firm oak tannins and sweet vanilla. The finish is long, warming, and slightly nutty, delivering intensity without losing Midleton’s trademark smoothness.

🌳 Tree No. 4 – Sweet Elegance

One-liner: Balanced and refined — caramel, poached pear, and soft spice over mellow oak.
Collector Tasting Note:
Rounded and harmonious, Tree 4 exudes a gentle sweetness layered with caramelised fruit and honey. Hints of clove, cinnamon, and toasted wood emerge mid-palate, building to a smooth, lingering close of vanilla and oak warmth.

🌳 Tree No. 5 – Warm Autumn Richness

One-liner: Opulent and spicy — baked apple, toffee, and cinnamon with a rich, velvety finish.
Collector Tasting Note:
Deeply comforting, this whiskey evokes autumnal richness. Orchard fruits and sweet spice intertwine with toffee, nutmeg, and a touch of oak resin. Full-bodied yet refined, Tree 5 delivers balance between sweetness, depth, and woody complexity.

🌳 Tree No. 6 – Bold and Refined

One-liner: Strong and expressive — dark toffee, clove, and citrus peel with elegant oak length.
Collector Tasting Note:
The most assertive of the Kilranelagh series, Tree 6 opens with aromatic spice, treacle, and orange zest. Powerful oak tones and subtle bitterness lend structure to its sweetness. The finish is long and warming — a bold finale that captures the heart of Irish oak.

🌳 Collection Character Summary

Across the six trees, Kilranelagh Forest showcases the natural diversity of Irish oak — from delicate citrus and vanilla through deep spice and woodland richness. Together, they form a rare, complete expression of Midleton’s single pot still mastery and Ireland’s oak terroir.

Neat:
Best enjoyed neat in a tasting glass to explore the individuality of each tree.

With Water:
A few drops reveal floral tones, creamy sweetness, and delicate spice.

On the Rocks:
Highlights fruit notes and softens the oak intensity.

Tasting Flight:
Ideal for guided tastings — Trees 1–6 reveal the full spectrum of Irish oak expression, from delicate sweetness to deep spice.

Food Pairings:
Dark chocolate and candied orange
Spiced apple tart
Aged cheeses and roasted nuts

Occasions:
Collector showcases
After-dinner tastings
Heritage whiskey flights