Midleton Very Rare 2026 continues the famous annual vintage series from the Midleton Distillery, representing the pinnacle of Irish whiskey blending and cask selection. Bottled at 40% ABV, this edition is crafted from a carefully chosen combination of single pot still and single grain whiskeys, all matured in ex-American oak bourbon barrels and selected for their exceptional character and balance. Some of the grain whiskey used in this release has been aged for more than two decades, bringing remarkable depth, sweetness and complexity to the final blend. On the nose it reveals layers of citrus zest, orchard fruits and soft apricot, supported by delicate floral notes and a gentle touch of vanilla. The palate is smooth and luxurious, offering flavours of creamy toffee, honeyed sweetness, warm spice and toasted oak that build beautifully with each sip. A long, elegant finish follows, where pot still spice, sweet grain character and mature oak slowly fade, leaving a refined and perfectly balanced impression that reflects the signature style of Midleton Very Rare.