Introducing the World’s First Crystal Malt Irish Whiskey! Crystal Malt, a specialty brewing grain with a storied history, has captivated the palates of Irish whiskey enthusiasts worldwide. In a groundbreaking move, Teeling has revived this exceptional grain, delivering a whiskey that astounds with its distinctive toffee-like flavor and subtle notes of tropical fruits. Crafted through a meticulous process where sugars naturally formed during traditional malting are crystallized, producing a richer flavoured whiskey, with a more viscous mouthfeel. The process is a sheer testament to the craft of whiskey-making, with temperature, moisture levels and time meticulously balanced during the malt drying process.
So it’s essentially another type of Malted Barley! We all know Single Malt, and this is in essence, a variation of our award-winning Single Malt Whiskey. However, for this whiskey we are using a new seldom-used extra ingredient! Although highly common in the brewing industry, Crystal Malted Barley is rarely used to produce Irish Whiskey, due to the lower amount of fermentable enzymes. At Teeling Whiskey our Master Distiller Master Blender Alex Chasko took inspiration from his time in the brewing industry, to experiment with Crystal Malted Barley for this new exciting release!
So how is it made? What is Crystal Malt? Well, Crystal Malt undergoes a special malting process where the barley grains are kilned at higher temperatures. These are in a closed system that prevents the moisture from escaping, leading to caramelisation or higher maillard reactions. As a result, this can lead to more rich, sweet flavours, as well as notes of dried fruits. Furthermore, this process creates a range of colour intensities in the wash. From light amber to deep red hues, this adds visual appeal to the final product. In whiskey, Crystal Malt contributes to the depth of flavour, offering hints of toffee, caramel, and dried fruit notes. Similarly, in beer, it provides sweetness, body, and a distinctive malt character, enhancing the overall drinking experience.
Nose: Green apple, stewed pears, with hints of brown sugar, vanilla and light oak shavings.
Palate: A burst of toffee coats the palate with apple pie spice and fresh pastries, followed by a honeyed sweetness.
Finish: Long luxurious finish with notes of soft cinnamon spice and caramel.
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