Teeling Single Cask Bordeaux Red Wine Cask is a cask strength Irish single pot still whiskey finished in Bordeaux wine barrels, bottled at 58.9% ABV with no chill filtration to preserve its natural character and full flavor intensity. This exclusive single cask release showcases the innovative spirit finishing techniques that have made Teeling a standout in modern Irish whiskey. The Teeling Whiskey Company represents the renaissance of Dublin whiskey distilling, founded by Jack and Stephen Teeling to revive their family's 230-year distilling legacy. Located in the heart of Dublin's Liberties district, Teeling has become synonymous with boundary-pushing cask finishes and premium single pot still expressions that honor traditional Irish methods while embracing contemporary innovation.

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Dark berry compote, vanilla bean, toasted oak spices, hints of grape tannins, warm baking spices
• Palate: Rich blackberry jam, dark chocolate, cinnamon bark, honeyed malt, wine-soaked raisins
• Finish: Long finish with lingering wine tannins, dried fruits, warming spices, gentle oak char

Product Details

Spirit Type	Irish Single Pot Still Whiskey
ABV	58.9% (117.8 proof)
Volume	750ml
Age Statement	NAS (No Age Statement)
Distillery	Teeling Whiskey Company
Region	Dublin, Ireland
Barrel Type	Bordeaux Red Wine Cask
Filtration	Non-Chill Filtered
Cask Number	35354

Perfect For

• Irish Whiskey Collectors: Single cask releases offer unique expressions unavailable elsewhere
• Wine Lovers: Bordeaux cask finish bridges the gap between whiskey and wine appreciation
• Cask Strength Enthusiasts: Full-proof bottling delivers maximum flavor intensity and mixing flexibility
• Special Occasions: Limited single cask releases make memorable gifts for whiskey aficionados

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Teeling Single Cask Bordeaux taste like?

This whiskey tastes like a harmonious marriage of Irish pot still spiciness and French wine elegance, with rich berry flavors, dark chocolate notes, and warming spices. The Bordeaux cask finish adds layers of grape tannins and fruit complexity that complement the traditional Irish whiskey character beautifully.

Is Teeling Single Cask good for cocktails?

While excellent neat or with a splash of water, this cask strength whiskey also makes exceptional cocktails. The wine influence works particularly well in spirit-forward drinks like Old Fashioneds or Manhattans, where the berry notes add unique complexity. The high proof means it won't get lost when mixed.

How should I drink Teeling Single Cask Bordeaux?

Start neat to appreciate the full cask strength intensity, then add a few drops of water to open up the wine-influenced flavors. The high ABV benefits from a little dilution to reveal the subtle fruit and spice interactions from the Bordeaux barrel finishing.

What makes this Teeling different from regular Irish whiskey?

This single cask expression represents Teeling's innovative approach to Irish whiskey, combining traditional single pot still distillation with unique Bordeaux wine cask finishing. Unlike standard Irish whiskeys, it's bottled at cask strength and non-chill filtered, preserving maximum flavor and character from the wine barrel influence.

Is this Teeling worth the price for a NAS whiskey?

The value lies in the unique single cask experience and innovative wine cask finishing rather than age. Single cask releases offer exclusivity and distinctive flavor profiles that can't be replicated, making them worthwhile for whiskey enthusiasts seeking something different from standard age-stated bottles.

You must be 21 years of age or older to purchase this product.