A fine, easy drinking Irish blended whiskey that’s available everywhere, and for good reason! There is so much sherry and pot still influences in here that it’s just… confusing. Not a lot going on, but crisp and drinkable. * *Your information may be used by Irish Distillers International Limited and its affiliates to provide you with news and promotional information about Jameson. Now that we’ve whet your appetite, allow us to quench your thirst. I wouldn't order this over a Scotch or a Canadian whiskey or anything like that, however I was very much surprised that this wasn't worse.  If you follow any of the above links, please respect the rules of reddit and don't vote in the other threads. Kinda sweet, though the herbs continue, so there's consistency. Redbreast is a favorite of many Irish whiskey drinkers, because the brand, owned by Pernod Ricard and produced at the giant Midleton distillery where Jameson and … Distilled and bottled at the New Midleton Distillery in Co. Cork, Ireland, … Join. Conclusion: That formaldehyde has haunted me forever. Well of course, that's the better choice, or even Japanese or Indian. Out of the mass produced budget level whiskies, this still holds up. Hot New Top Rising. I drink it for the memories as much as anything else anymore, but it's great to drink when I want something to sip on that I don't want to think about. VinePair tasted and ranked 25 of the best bottles for 2019 at every budget. If you want to branch out to try other whiskies there are a plethara out there. Hugely popular Irish blend, renowned for its affinity with ginger ale. All good. The rating scale I’ve been using lately: E - Out of my league good (likely would be very high-end kinds I’m not likely to get my hands on) A - Fantastic, some of the best I’ve had 100-99 A+, 98-96 A, 95-94 A- B - Awesome, always a good idea, exciting 93-92 B+, 91-89 B, 88-87 B- C - Solid, still worth getting, good, would get for mixing 86-85 C+, 84-82 C, 81-80 C- D - Not great, would avoid reaching for if other options, probably wouldn’t buy but wouldn’t turn down 79-78 D+, 77-75 D, 74-73 D- F - Not worth getting or drinking, Bad 72-0 F. The way I sort of approach things is first, which word-based description seems to fit best (which assigns the letter); second, is this whiskey a solid example of that category, barely in that category, or almost better than that category (this determines if it gets a + or -); third, there in that range does it fall (which determines the final numerical score). for February, we'll be going back to a true classic, and the first bottle we reviewed as a community here: Jameson Irish Whiskey! It's... it's trash. Verified Email . I probably wouldn’t turn down a pour if offered, simply to give it a chance for some of the more interesting flavors to be more present or to see if other interesting flavors come out, but I probably won’t buy any pours or bottles myself. Jameson Irish Whiskey is a range of Irish blended whiskeys produced at the Midleton distillery in County Cork, Ireland. I think Jameson does an excellent job marketing this whiskey to be above the rest but it’s relatively average to me. A hint of the oak still working here as well. The standard Jameson Irish Whiskey is single-dramedly responsible for a large chunk of the current boom as a new generation of drinkers are discovering the … 30-39 Sub-par: Not bad, but many things I'd rather have. Nose: Cut grass, jam and marmalade, floral and herbal, flowers and pollen, vanilla, bit of fudge. 50-59 Good: This is a good, solid daily. Smooth, creamy and spot on! This base expression of Jameson is a blend of traditional pot still whisky and column-distilled grain whisky. I searched Amazon and found a mix of regular glasses and stainless steel lowball cups. Is there any appreciable difference aside from style? What do I do instead? They got to talking and Jameson … redditor for 3 years. Jameson's head of whiskey science Dave Quinn is friends with the head of the brewery Franciscan Well in Cork. Nothing that elevates it to the top tier club. Taste: Light and thin. Jameson Triple Distilled Irish Whiskey review Jameson whiskey is a blended Irish whiskey produced by Irish Distillers, established in 1780. Nose: Harsh ethanol at first, then the grain and sweet-honeyed notes come through. The finish is the best part as there is a touch of honey sweetness and the malty grain flavors get a touch more rich - kind of like honey nut cheerios. A floral fragrance, and a bit of kiwi. This is review #16 for r/worldwhisky and my second Irish review. Something truly special. Log in or sign up in seconds. You can find more of my reviews on my blog signde drinks. As well, it's triple distilled, as typical with Irish whiskey. Finish: Bitter grain alcohol, slightly caramel sweetness, annnnd it's gone. I enjoyed reviewing Jameson's Irish Whiskey. Appreciated for its smooth, reliable taste, it is one of the biggest and best-known brand names among all styles of whiskey. There's a very herbal, grassy flavour in this. But it's been quite awhile since I've had it neat, so I think it's time for it to be reviewed. The Redbreast Aged 12 year Cask Strength was named Irish Whiskey of the Year and Irish Pot Still Whiskey of the Year in an impressive double win for the distillery. The whiskey was developed by Jameson’s fifth … Cinnamon, pepper, whiff of tea and salt. Overall: 4, but if we allow nostalgia in, 9. Guaranteed global editorial exposure of medal wins in The Spirits Business magazine May be used to celebrate special occasions. (Info / ^Contact). Not bad by any means but it certainly isn’t phenomenal. 40-49 Okay: Solid choice for a cocktail. Still a little bit of grassiness on the front end, only a bare hint of bandaid towards the finish. I go to Irish, and try out a general entry level Irish everyone has tried at some point, Jameson's Irish Whiskey. Bottle: 4/5--The bottle is super ergonomic behind the bar and the label is iconic. Had a little last night to remind myself vaguely. Little fruit, grain, and just a bit of spice. The bitterness from the end of the palate continues. Click here to visit the home of Jameson Irish Whiskey. I may even give it a try again in the future. Something like wet cardboard, presumably approximating wood. What's that? New comments cannot be posted and votes cannot be cast, More posts from the worldwhisky community. Luckily this isn't a postmortem review. I’ll start by saying this is really the first time I’ve had any Irish Whiskey, so my thoughts on it might be affected by not having a feel for what Irish whiskies are generally like. If anything, the finish was the best part for me, and saved this one quite a bit. Alcohol comes through the grain/caramel sweetness. But who knows if there's truth to that. A bit of a malty butter cereal creaminess to it. Palate: Sour green apples, vanilla cheesecake, honey and alcohol. 80-94 Excellent: Really quite exceptional. Find a variety. So while it won't be the first thing I pull off the shelf for myself, standing on it's own merit it is something I would drink and I would buy for sharing purposes. The idea being you have to slam the whole thing before the Bailey's starts to curdle. Fireball? A bit of oaky bitterness that doesn't work particularly well with that, but adds some minor complexity. Vanilla, sweet light fruit, tangy into the finish. Please consult the guides and rules before posting Dream-list. 0 Reddit; Pocket; Flipboard; 32 Shares; First launched in 2018, the Jameson Bow Street 18 Years Cask Strength Whiskey is joining the Midleton Very Rare in the distillery’s limited yearly release range. Jameson is made by blending triple-distilled barley whiskey … Like the main Jameson releases, and as previously stated, the Black Barrel is a blend, but it’s comprised of a much higher amount of single pot still whiskey which is aged in re-charred bourbon barrels and uses a “rare small batch grain whiskey” for the blending. This is fine for drinking 15 over the course of an incomprehensible evening of changing bar scenery, but it falls a bit flat upon close inspection and analysis. Finish: Chocolate, arugula, burn, cilantro, dough, blackberries, stewed vegetables. Mashbill: Blend of 100% Barley single pot still whiskey and 100% maize/corn grain whiskey in undisclosed ratio. Finish: Not necessarily long, but a surprisingly decent finish for something I felt so thin and lacking on the palate. Nose: Astringent alcohol up front, some grain?, spring fruits, honey, some mild malt. More generic wine and graininess. Palate becomes rather bitter - there's a strange artificial-chemical note to it (not exactly antiseptic, closer to rubbing alcohol). I skipped January,but this actually looks like a nice lineup for the year besides april. The taste is okay, though the basil flavour overpowers everything. Nose: Pretty flat, some light sweet flavors, raw ethanol alcohol / paint thinner or some other kind of industrial cleaner. Not a lot going on here. It is a clean and young approachable whisky that can lure people into the … I don't mean once a year St Paddy's Irish, I mean he was actually born in Belfast. A place where we discuss, review, and read articles about whiskey. Other times, the flavor seems to be a swirling mix of floral, bandaid, fermenting light fruit (like mango or kiwi), grassy, agave/tequila flavors. I'm a little worried about imbibing this at this point. I can see where Modera got his scents from, but I'm not able to tease them quite that far apart. Thin, watery mouthfeel - leaves something to be desired. 30th January 2021. Other aromas are a kind of floral note that turns a bit funky, and something like old tropical fruit. Jameson was my first ever whiskey from when I was living in Ireland, it's what got me into whiskey in the first place. It wasn't present tonight, but it was there last night, so I'm assuming it evaporated. Will be interesting to see how views of this bottle have changed since July 2013, so post your reviews now! The water of life. r/worldwhiskey Review #6, (Network Review #37). Some malty cereal flavors come through and some more citrus / red fruit. The second, and biggest difference, is that it’s 80% malt. There are bourbons for half the price of jameson i'll take neat. This use to be the go to, back in the day, and likely was the gateway for the Irish preference I still have today. card classic compact. I'm a bot, bleep, bloop. 70-79 Great: Well above average, would recommend & stock myself. Jameson has a spot in many people's hearts because of its incredible reputation as well, so that's got to be worth something. World Review #2 - Jameson Irish Whiskey. Moderator of r/whisky Archived Comments are locked. 60-69 Very Good: A cut above. Oh well, down the hatch. Advertisement. share your thoughts on it in the r/WorldWhisky community review happening now! Aussies? So you finish off your Canuck's, and then what do you move onto next? Blended Irish Whiskey. I would drink Crown Royal before this, and Crown Royal is bourbon flavored vodka in my book. Finish has a medicinal/band-aid note, coupled/mixed with a kind of funky vegetative note; this combination is more unappealing than either would be alone. I have a good buddy who is Irish. The default springboard into the fascinating world of Irish whiskey, Jameson's quality has improved massively in the last 10-15 years and it's one of Jim Murray's favourites, with 95 points in the Whisky Bible 2013. No major surprises here for me. ABV: 40%. The weird, rotting tropical fruit that seems present throughout, coupled with the band-aid flavor that pops up often make this kind of unpleasant. In 2013 they sold 48 million bottles of Jameson whiskey, which topped the brand sales then. Have you ever had and reviewed Jameson's? This is more enjoyable on second and third tries than the previous pour, but not wonderful. First sip shows this is different than bourbon (which is mainly what I’ve had before) for sure. Some flaws but could drink neat. I really...wasn't a huge fan. MODERATOR OF. The combination of ex-Bourbon, ex-Sherry and First-Fill ex-Bourbon casks creates something unique and interesting in this whiskey which I’ll let Jameson expound upon a bit for me. Not to mention the nose is similar to something I was taught never to put in my mouth as a child. Tasting Method: two fingers in a brandy balloon (3ish oz) while editing some MILP model design stuff. 1oz, neat, glencairn, rested 10 min. The Whiskey: This is the first bottle from The Whiskey Makers Series, which dropped in 2016. Found in every bar in Ireland, the American choice of shot to go with your cheap beer (although Proper Twelve may have stolen that title now, although I hope that many bars Stateside … As you've seen here and at r/scotch & r/bourbon, we're going back to some classics for 2019, with a shared network comm review calendar (below). Few flaws. Whisky Network Review #112 One of the most recognizable names in Irish whisky, Jameson is a core brand of the Midleton distillery. 303. pinned by moderators. However, if I were to make a choice between regular Jameson or … Based on past experiences, if Jameson doesn't breathe a little first, I know I'll get a slap of formaldehyde. Poured neat into a glencairn and rested for about 15 minutes. Jameson is pretty much ubiquitous worldwide as the de facto Irish whiskey. One dimensional. 10) Unicorn/Desert island bottle. I’ll drink Tully as a blend, but I wonder how they’d fare in a side-by-side tasting. Goof. The finish is probably the best part so far, though short. All in all, this is interesting, and enjoyable for the fact that it has a lot of flavor notes that I’ve not had in any whiskey before. Now, Jameson~ New review, bought a half bottle for this. Start your review of Jameson Irish Whiskey! Actually I notice that I have a sample dram that my parents recently passed along to me, as it was sitting around and no one was drinking it. who hasn't! However, for a modest increase in spending I feel quality and selection would increase dramatically, and I'm happy to spend a little more for that. Sometimes the finish does have some pleasant herbal pepperiness to it. Or maybe you start drinking the three Islay's you picked up, or the three Ontario Single Malts, or even one of the 6 Scotch samples that are begging to be reviewed. Redbreast is a pure pot still whiskey, meaning it's made from 100% barley (both malted and unmalted) as opposed to Jameson, which is a blended whiskey (made from a blend of barley and other grains). Press J to jump to the feed. It is light. But alas, that's Americans for you so I am intimately familiar with Jameson and yet entirely unfamiliar with it outside of that format. The irony here is it's a completely American concept - if you went to Ireland and asked for one you'd probably get kicked considering the culturally insensitive name. Mashbill: Blend of 100% Barley single pot still whiskey and 100% maize/corn grain whiskey in undisclosed ratio. Taste: Rainwater, honey, malty-bread, maybe a hint of dark stewed fruits that came from showing the aging whisky a picture of a sherry barrel. Not bad, really. It's a "sub-par"-tier Irish blend, but there are some hints of some good notes under the grain-alcohol, but you have to go to the older Jameson bottlings to experience these notes un-masked. According to the website, this is aged in both Sherry casks and bourbon casks. Given his heritage and accent, when we are out it's rather common for someone to get the bright idea we should all drink a round of car bombs. Mouthfeel is pleasant, seems very creamy, though it’s typically thin for an 80p. Jameson is a popular whiskey for a reason- It's good. r/whisky: A place to discuss all things Whisky. Every time a pleasant, light fruit note shows up, it soon turns overripe. That usual dough flavour that sticks around in Irish whiskies is now present. Finish: Drying on the tongue, slight oak in the throat, but very short with nothing beyond slight oak and a bit more honey sweetness. I've expanded my knowledge and palate quite a bit since I last had this, and I am curious how it will hold up to a formal review. This... wow, this is rough. Meh. Butter all the way. Will bunker away 5+ bottles in case of shortage. It is hitting a relatively high ABV off the still but no single element is approaching what I would call vodka. Bottled at 40% ABV, this tends to RRP from ~£17-25 at supermarkets. Log In Sign Up. This is a place for the discussion of all whiskies not from Scotland or the US. There is a little bit of citrus fruit down in there somewhere. For my money, Redbreast is the only Irish Whiskey that's ever worth a second buy. 26.8k members in the worldwhisky community. When I was at rock bottom, I was hammered on Jamo, at the height of celebration, I would crack a bottle of Jamo with friends. Jameson 18 Years Limited Reserve is one of Jameson’s regular premium releases that utilizes three different cask types to bring out the unique flavors and aromas that exist in this whiskey. Jameson Crested Review: Overall and Score Woah, I can’t believe this is a “standard” Jameson product. r/04105; TROPHY CASE. share your thoughts on it in the r/WorldWhisky community review happening now. Get an ad-free experience with special … r/ whisky. Note that price is not considered when assigning a rating. 10-19 Poor: I wouldn't consume by choice. Scotch whisky is vast, with 120 distilleries producing hundreds of brands. Looking closely, there’s malt, and a bit of grassiness. Jan - r/bourbon - Four Roses (just concluded), April - r/bourbon - Fireball Cinnamon Whisky, May - r/worldwhisky - Alberta Premium Dark Horse (or Dark Batch), July - r/bourbon - Knob Creek Small Batch, Nov - r/worldwhisky - Nikka from the Barrel. Like every family, ours is made up of individual characters. A thin whisky that doesn’t do much for me. Thin mouthfeel. overview; comments; submitted; gilded; Want to join? Region/Country: Ireland. If you're looking for a solid Irish Whiskey, go for Readbreast, Yellow Spot or Green Spot instead. Jameson Irish Whiskey Reviews. The site may not work properly if you don't, If you do not update your browser, we suggest you visit, Press J to jump to the feed. Taste: Again pretty flat and bland. 244 reviews. Which variety would you like to review? Approached from a kind of exploratory mindset, this is perhaps a fun or interesting experience. Rising. 95-100 Perfection: Few better exist. The inclusion of the E category is that I wanted to have the full 100-point scale available for things I would be likely to sometime get the opportunity to try, while reserving a spot for the few times I may get something unbelievably good, something that for experiential reasons should be honored more than its taste would, or other exemplary situations. Nose: New make, grain alcohol bitterness, a little esthery fruity sweetness. Distilled and bottled at the New Midleton Distillery in Co. Cork, Ireland, by Irish Distillers, a subsidiary of Pernod Ricard. Looks like you're using new Reddit on an old browser. Like I said, we've all had this once or twice. Not much here, unfortunately - most of the interesting fresh notes are muted by the alcohol. What do you whiskey pros think of Jameson. Wish-list. It wasn't bad by any means, it was just soo smooth it ended up being kinda boring to drink, especially by the end. Would buy on a good deal. Also as a quick side question, I decided I should get a dedicated rocks or old fashioned glass, the glasses I have are way too big. who hasn't! 0-9 Disgusting: reserved for the sterilisation of medical equipment. There is minimal heat as expected for 80 proof. Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts. Someone has linked to this thread from another place on reddit: [r/scotch] Have you ever had and reviewed Jameson's? Vanilla frosting. Without the E category, and knowing myself, I’d feel like I couldn’t score anything above 95 or so in order to leave room for the possibility that something could be even better (and something could always technically be even better); having a final high category without ranking allows room for this. Bit more spice shows up here. Age: NAS, minimum of three years. It's far from world class and obviously couldn't compete with something like a high end single malt, but sometimes you have to appreciate simplicity. Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts . Quite pleasant. Palate: Flash of sweetness, bad tropical fruit hard candy, slightly chemical. Posted by 8 months ago. Given the glowing reviews, that's still money well spent in our book though. Jameson Irish Whiskey is one of the best-known whiskies in the world. 0 Reddit; Pocket; Flipboard; 89 Shares . card. It’s a little bittering and adhesive as it fades. It's like I'm back in my waiting days, and the awesome kitchen staff are doing a full clean. Taste: A light floral note that I detected on the nose is the first to hit - flowers, lavender like dryer sheets or dish soap. Cask Type: Ex-Bourbon and Sherry casks. It happened last night, and it's happened every time I've tried it. Irish whiskey has been on a tear lately and leading the charge has been Jameson which is now the number one selling Irish whiskey in the world with my beloved Bushmills coming in second. Is this typical, or do some bars water these things down? Featured Most Recent Highest Grade Lowest Grade Most Helpful With Photo Test Verified. Flavors which are hard to place but similar to the nose come out initially, the only sweetness sometimes has a hint of butterscotch but mostly is like a floral honey or agave kind of note. login. Nose: A nostalgic nose. mars 28 2017, 3:09 pm. The other day I went to a bar and was recommended Jameson by the bartender. Any style goes, including Bourbon, Scotch, Rye, Wheat, Canadian, Irish, White Dogs, and everything in between. The best Irish whiskey of 2019 doesn't come cheap though, with a 70cl bottle setting you back close to €100. It was, in fact, not a cleaning solution. 0 Reddit; Pocket; Flipboard; 36 Shares; Bushmills Black Bush is a blended Irish Whiskey, but it’s not the same thing as most Scottish blends. It may be poison... well, all alcohol is poison, but maybe this is rougher poison. r/WorldWhisky Community Review. reddit.com Jameson_Whiskey. By Ellen R. Ann Arbor, MI. Triple distilled, remarkably smooth, and unmistakably Jameson. Hot New Top. | English; Jameson_Whiskey 1 post karma 3,885 comment karma send a private message. For someone who’s only had jack Daniels it’s a good introduction to whiskey. User account menu. Nose: Wheat, Lemoncello, burn, sour yeast/barley, Windex, steel polisher, sesame. Conclusion: I didn't know what to think about this one before I started. It's hard to taste anything else, though after awhile you get a coconut oil/water/orange mix going on.