Emma Jones
Talnua Distillery – Bottled in Bond American Single Pot Still Whiskey
Nose
Orange zest, summer fruit, white pepper and lively notes greet the nose with this release from Talnua Distillery.
Palate
Baked bread, pretzel, citrus, and apricot give way to a subtle malty undertone that pervades throughout the palate.
Finish
The finish starts with a touch of warming heat and malty notes, subtly transitioning to apricot and then a lingering sweetness of summer fruits.
Overall
Using an Irish-inspired mashbill to produce a single pot still American Whiskey, Talnua Distillery shows off their potential with their first ultra-limited Bottled in Bond release. Talnua differentiates itself in the American whiskey space by producing single pot still American whiskey. This release is rich with unique flavors, letting it straddle the traditional tastes of an Irish whiskey and the newness of the American craft whiskey movement. It’s worth trying if you can find a bottle!
Classification: Whiskey
Company: Talnua Distillery
Distillery: Talnua Distillery
Release Date: July 2022
Proof: 100
Age: 4 Years
Mashbill: 50% Unmalted Barley, 50% Malted Barley
Color: Gold
MSRP: $150 (2022)
I recently tried Talnua Distillery’s Bottled in Bond American Single Pot Still Whiskey and was blown away by the flavors it offered. The nose was vibrant and inviting, while the palate featured a unique mix of baked bread, citrus, and apricot. The finish was surprisingly smooth and sweet. Overall, I was impressed with this release and it showcases Talnua’s potential as a distillery. If you have the chance, I highly recommend giving this whiskey a try.
This comment highlights the unique qualities of Talnua Distillery’s single pot still American whiskey while mentioning its limited availability, making it a desirable product for whiskey enthusiasts to try.
As a whiskey enthusiast, I can say that this Talnua Distillery release sounds like a truly unique and interesting whiskey. I appreciate their use of an Irish-inspired mashbill and their boldness to create a single pot still American whiskey. Based on the tasting notes, I would love to try this bottling and see for myself how it compares to other American and Irish whiskeys. Overall, this seems like a promising release from a distillery worth keeping an eye on.