Let’s first start with do you know much about High N’ Wicked? If not, here is a quick lesson: this brand was created by Altamar Brands and founded by W. L. Lyons Brown, III. Why does that name sound familiar? Well, he is related to George Garvin Brown and obviously knows a thing or two about whiskey. Now that we are up to speed on Altamar Brands. Let’s talk High N’ Wicked Single Grain Irish Whiskey Finished in Foursquare barrels – Mark x 2007. Single Grain Irish Whiskey is interesting. The whiskey can be a mixture of different grains. It can be malted or unmalted but must come from one distillery, hints the word “single” in the name.
Now that we have shared a little about who created the brand and what Single Grain Irish Whiskey is. Let’s dive into this unique pour.
Just the Facts: High N’ Wicked Single Grain Irish Whiskey Finished in Foursquare Barrels – Mark x 2007
- Proof: 100
- Age: Undisclosed but must be a minimum of 3 years old
- Mashbill: 95% French maize, 5% Malted Irish Barley
- Style: Finished Single Grain Irish Whiskey
- Price: 89.99
Tasting notes: High N’ Wicked Mark x 2007
- Nose: Sweet rum funk, molasses, vanilla, fig, and mango puree. This nose transports you to the island of Barbados.
- Palate: Vanilla, molasses, and sweet fruit meet your palate. As it fades to the back part of your palate the Irish Grain Whiskey shocks your palate to balance out the sweetness.
- Finish: Lingering notes of vanilla, fig, and hint of grain.
Closing Thoughts
This is a wild pour! I didn’t know what to expect but I have to say I enjoyed it. While Single Grain Irish Whiskey isn’t probably my go to, I would go back to this one again and again! Looking for something new and unique to wake up your palate try High N’ Wicked Mark x 2007.
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