Nephin Single Malt Irish Whiskey
Nephin Whiskey · Nephin Distillery
Nephin represents the new wave of small-batch Irish whiskey from Ireland's western coast. It doesn't try to compete on age or power — instead it leans into elegance and terroir-driven character. A worthy discovery for anyone who thinks Irish whiskey begins and ends in Midleton.
Nose
Green apple and fresh-cut grass lead, with a gentle honeyed malt underneath. Floral rosewater and a faint vanilla note emerge as it opens, alongside a wisp of toasted cereal.
Palate
Light-bodied but focused. Buttery malt gives way to orchard fruit and a thread of almond nuttiness. Mid-palate offers a gentle clove warmth and subtle woody tannin that provides structure without heaviness.
Finish
Clean and medium-length, with honey and a gentle grassy note fading into a dry, slightly spiced close.
- Distillation
- Triple pot still distillation
- Maturation
- Ex-bourbon and ex-sherry casks
- Single Pot Still
- No
- Chill-Filtered
- No
Cocktail Suggestion
Mayo Highball — 2 oz Nephin Single Malt · 0.5 oz honey syrup · 4 oz chilled sparkling water · 2 dashes lemon bitters · Build in a tall glass over ice, stir gently, garnish with a thyme sprig.
Food Pairing
Smoked salmon with brown bread and cultured butter
Founded at the foot of Mount Nephin in County Mayo's wild west, this small distillery draws its water from the Deel River and its ethos from a landscape that has shaped Irish spirit for centuries.
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