Discover the finest Irish blended whiskeys of 2025, as showcased by the Beverage Testing Institute (BevTest). Their recent evaluations reveal a premier selection, including one exceptional whiskey that received a Platinum medal and eight others awarded Gold.

Top Picks for 2025

1. Jameson Bow Street 18-Year-Old Cask Strength

   • ABV: 56.5%
   • Price: $277
   • Score: 96/100 (Platinum)
   • Profile: Aged in first-fill bourbon and Sherry casks, this blend offers rich aromas of toffee, fig, and toasted oak, delivering a full-bodied taste with layers of honeycomb, dark chocolate, and baking spices.

2. Jameson 18-Year-Old

   • ABV: 46%
   • Price: $226
   • Score: 94/100 (Gold)
   • Profile: Combining three distinct distillates, this whiskey presents aromas of seasoned wood and caramelized banana, with smooth flavors of roasted nuts and stone fruit.

3. Midleton Very Rare 2025

   • ABV: 40%
   • Price: $200
   • Score: 94/100 (Gold)
   • Profile: This elegant release features aromas of honeysuckle and vanilla, with a layered palate highlighting orchard fruit and notes of cooked cereal.

4. Jameson Triple Triple Sherry Bourbon & Malaga Edition

   • ABV: 40%
   • Price: $33
   • Score: 93/100 (Gold)
   • Profile: Maturing in bourbon, sherry, and Malaga wine casks, it offers rich notes of dried fruits and honeyed flavors with a sweet, lingering finish.

5. Accord Stone Irish Whiskey

   • ABV: 50%
   • Price: $70
   • Score: 93/100 (Gold)
   • Profile: This boutique whiskey features smooth aromas of honey and vanilla, with hints of butterscotch.

6. Jameson Black Barrel

   • ABV: 40%
   • Price: $38
   • Score: 92/100 (Gold)
   • Profile: Aged in double-charred bourbon barrels for increased depth, it showcases aromas of butterscotch and spice cake.

7. Jameson Crested

   • ABV: 40%
   • Price: $45
   • Score: 91/100 (Gold)
   • Profile: Exhibits aromas of red berries and sherried wood, with rich flavors of cooked cereal and ripe plum.

Noteworthies

Additional Gold medalists included:

• Jameson Caskmates IPA Edition

  • Price: $35, Score: 90/100

• Jameson Triple Triple Sherry Bourbon & Sicilian Marsala Edition

  • Price: $33, Score: 90/100

With a range of award-winning options from Jameson and Midleton, these Irish blended whiskeys are celebrated for their smoothness and complexity, making them must-tries for any whiskey enthusiast in 2025.