Midleton Very Rare 2025
This year’s Midleton Very Rare release celebrates a historic milestone with a whiskey that bridges two centuries of tradition and innovation. Marking the distillery’s 200th anniversary, the 2025 vintage is not just another collectible—it’s a celebration of heritage, skill, and forward-thinking whiskey making. And with a commemorative stamp and six unique distillate styles, it’s one for the ages.
Midleton Very Rare 2025 Overview:
Midleton Very Rare 2025 is the latest vintage from the iconic Irish Distillers-owned Midleton Distillery. Crafted in County Cork, this blend of premium single pot still and single grain Irish whiskeys marks the bicentenary of the distillery’s founding in 1825.
- Brand: Midleton Very Rare
- Product: Midleton Very Rare 2025 Edition
- Category: Irish Whiskey
- Country: Ireland
- Region: County Cork
- Distillery: Midleton Distillery
- Style: Blended (Single Grain + Single Pot Still)
- Age: Includes 21-year-old & 22-year-old grain whiskeys
- ABV: 40%
- Launch Date: April 2025
- Price: RRP £220 / US$350 / €240
- Availability: Ireland, US, Northern Ireland, Great Britain, Australia, travel retail, and online; more regions coming soon
Tasting Notes
Midleton Very Rare 2025 pours a rich gold with a warm amber hue.
- Nose: Caramelised apple, toffee fudge, vanilla, garden mint, lavender, cinnamon, nutmeg
- Palate: Honeycomb, white pepper, chilli oil, orchard fruits, citrus, sugar-glazed fruits
- Finish: Smooth, layered, lightly spiced with lingering sweetness
Key Highlights
This release is more than just a limited-edition whiskey—it’s a tribute to two centuries of craftsmanship. Master Distiller Kevin O’Gorman and his team pushed the envelope by introducing six distinct distillate styles, creating a deeply nuanced blend that honors the past while looking ahead.
- Rare 21- and 22-year-old grain whiskeys
- Liquid sourced from the historic A2 warehouse (built in the 1860s)
- Commemorative stamp celebrating the 200th anniversary
- Signature balance of tradition and modern blending mastery
- Features six unique distillate styles for the first time
- Limited release with collectible packaging
- Matured in refill ex-American oak and first-fill barrels
Expert View:
Kevin O’Gorman, Master Distiller: “This milestone release pays tribute to the past and looks to the future… it’s a whiskey of depth and balance, meticulously composed from six distinct distillate styles.”
Early impressions from whiskey aficionados have praised the complexity, balance, and subtle nods to historical craftsmanship. Collectors and connoisseurs call it one of the most refined vintages in the Very Rare series.
FAQs
1. Is Midleton Very Rare 2025 a limited release?
Yes. Like all editions in the series, this is a collectible, annual vintage with limited bottles available globally.
2. What makes the 2025 edition unique?
It’s the first in the series to feature six distillate styles and marks the 200th anniversary of Midleton Distillery.
3. Where can I buy it?
It’s available in select countries and global travel retail, with more markets to be added soon. You can also buy directly from the Midleton Distillery.
