Green Spot Whiskey
Green Spot is a 100% pure pot still whiskey that dates back to the early 1900s, when Jameson supplied whiskey to the renowned wine merchants, Mitchell & Son. During that time, it was common for wine merchants and publicans to bottle their own whiskey and sell it under the distiller’s name. Green Spot became just as iconic as Jameson and is one of the few surviving merchant brands still available today.
Originally known as Pat's Whiskey in the early 20th century, Green Spot was part of a series that included Blue Spot, Yellow Spot, and Red Spot, each featuring different ages and recipes. While Yellow Spot has made its comeback, there may be even more colored versions released in the future.
Today, Green Spot is crafted at the Midleton Distillery from pot still whiskey aged between seven and nine years, with 25% matured in sherry casks, giving it a unique depth. This whiskey is produced in limited quantities and is highly regarded by whiskey enthusiasts, writers, and collectors alike.
Fact Sheet
Additional Information:
Green Spot is a remarkable whiskey that sometimes evokes a sweet-honey note reminiscent of Perthshire malts from Scotland. However, its distinct Irish pot still character shines through, offering a maturity that surpasses the age of the whiskey used.
Distillery: Midleton Distillery
Fluid: 70cl
Ingredients: A blend of malted and unmalted barley, featuring 7-12-year-old pure pot still whiskey
Alcohol %: 40%
Types of Barrel Used for Aging: 25% Sherry Cask
Producer: Mitchell & Son
Serving Suggestion: Best enjoyed with just a touch of water to enhance the flavors
Awards and/or Press Quotes:
- Gold Medal - Single Pot Still Whiskey, Irish Whiskey Awards 2019
- Silver Medal - International Spirits Challenge 2010
- Gold - Irish Whiskey Masters 2023
- Gold - Irish Whiskey Masters 2022