Barley Harbour is the latest release from Lough Ree Distillery’s Bridge Series.
Named after an actual berthing point on Lough Ree itself, The Bridge Series tides the distillery over until their own whiskey is ready.
I happily encountered Barley Harbour at the wonderfully reconvened ‘live’ Midlands Craft Beer Festival at Don’s Bar in Moate.
Presented in an elegantly elongate bottle bearing the striking Lough Ree Distillery logo, Barley Harbour is offered at 46%, non chill filtered & natural colour – as are all The Bridge series.
Sourced from a certain Northern distillery which usually presents it’s whiskey at 40%, chill filtered & added caramel – Lough Ree – as independent bottlers – provide a marvelous opportunity to taste the full potential of this ex-bourbon matured six & a half year old.
Lovely clarity of flavour.
Rich & engaging mouthfeel.
A gorgeously long lasting finish.
Chatting to one of the founders – inbetween a few tasty beers! – it appears there will be some very exciting developments from Lough Ree Distillery shortly.
As it is, Barley Harbour is an excellent single malt Irish whiskey to savour & enjoy.
Catch it while you can!
Sláinte
WestmeathWhiskeyWorld 