Waterford Grattansbrook 1.1 Single Farm Irish Malt

In a nutshell:
Spice-forward and fruity Irish whisky, showcasing the unique character of its single-farm origin.

The lowdown:
This is a single malt Irish whisky from Waterford's Single Farm Origin series. It's made exclusively with barley grown on the Grattansbrook farm in County Kildare. It's aged in a mix of first-fill US oak, premium French oak, and Vin Doux Naturel (sweet wine) casks, which add layer upon layer of complexity. Grattansbrook 1.1 is all about showcasing terroir – how the specific environment where the barley is grown influences the whisky’s flavour. It’s part of Waterford’s mission to prove that even within a single type of whisky, the origin of the barley can create wildly diverse and delicious expressions.

Tasting Note:
Nose - Opens with orchard fruits (pear, baked apple) alongside sultanas and a hint of fresh-baked bread. Subtle vanilla and citrus notes emerge.
Palate - Creamy with a pleasing spice kick of cinnamon and ginger. Honey sweetness builds with toasted nuts, dried fruit, and a touch of citrus zest.
Finish - Medium-length, with a satisfying warmth of pepper spice and lingering orchard fruit sweetness.

The Producer:
Waterford Whisky, founded by Mark Reynier, explores terroir's impact on whisky by championing a barley-forward approach. Collaborating with Irish farmers, they select barley from unique soils and microclimates, distilling each harvest separately to create 'Single Farm Origin' whiskies. These expressions highlight terroir-driven flavour variations. They also produce complex cuvées by blending these whiskies. Committed to organic and biodynamic farming, they believe it yields the most flavourful barley. Transparency is key: each bottle features a TÉIREOIR code, tracing the whisky's journey from grain to glass.

Categories	Spirits & Liqueurs / Whisky / Irish Whiskey
Country	Ireland
Volume	70cl
ABV	50%
SKU	WA1MZZJN