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Hook Head: Edition 1.1

Co. Wexford

70 cl ABV 50%

The lighthouse at Hook Head stands resolute against the full force of the Atlantic Ocean on Ireland’s southern coast, 10 miles from the distillery – so close that Oliver Cromwell vowed to take Waterford 'by hook or by crook' in the 17th century. In its shadow, Martin Foley grows barley on clay/loam ...

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The lighthouse at Hook Head stands resolute against the full force of the Atlantic Ocean on Ireland’s southern coast, 10 miles from the distillery – so close that Oliver Cromwell vowed to take Waterford 'by hook or by crook' in the 17th century. In its shadow, Martin Foley grows barley on clay/loam soils derived from limestone, belonging to the Elton series. Exposed to the full range of salt-laden storms, sea mists & ocean breezes, it’s an extreme maritime terroir.

"It's a spice bomb up front then finishes dry, but it leaves a lasting oiliness that holds the spiciness for a long time."

Appearance:


straw

Taste:


spice bomb, cloves, white pepper, salted caramel, liquirice, ginger biscuits, lemon zest, chilli chocolate

Nose:


earthy maltiness, fresh soil, citrus peel, breadcrust, clove, white pepper, caramel, milk chocolate, salted popcorn, barnyard, oak green goliage

Finish:


dry
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