Belfast-born brewery releases new single malt whiskey
Independent distillery Dingle, has announced the launch of a new limited-edition single malt whiskey.
Cónocht an Earraigh is the sixth release in Dingle’s Celtic Wheel of the Year series, a limited edition run of whiskies which pay homage to Ireland's cultural heritage of equinoxes and solstices.
The whiskey is triple distilled in Dingle’s Kerry-based distillery and matured in first-filled bourbon casks, before a long finish in Cabernet Sauvignon wine casks. The result is a flavourful single malt whisky with notes of rich red fruits, subtle spice and gingerbread, along with delicate hints of roasted almonds, muscovado sugar and spice provide a lingering finish in the mouth.
With only 5,500 bottles available worldwide, the whiskey recently garnered international acclaim with a gold medal win at this year’s San Francisco World Spirits Competition.
Dingle’s Wheel of the Year series comprises eight limited-edition whiskies, released to coincide with the equinoxes, solstices, Ireland’s ancient solar calendar and a final release for the celebration of Wren's Day. The first edition, Samhain Single Malt, launched in October 2022.
Chris Jones, Managing Director of distributer Paragon Brands, said: “We’re proud to bring Cónocht an Earraigh to the UK, the latest chapter in a masterful series of finely crafted whiskies from Dingle.
“The Wheel Series is a testament to Dingle’s deep-rooted connection to its cultural heritage, celebrating the ever-changing seasons and beautiful landscapes of Ireland, which continue to inspire the distillery’s craft to this day.”
