The 2025 World Whiskies Awards highlighted a diverse selection of Irish whiskeys, showcasing both renowned and lesser-known brands. Here’s a summary of the standout whiskeys along with their tasting notes.

Fercullen Falls Blended Whiskey, 40% ABV

Produced by the Powerscourt Distillery, Fercullen Falls earned accolades as the top Irish blended whiskey. This expression features a unique blend that includes a high proportion of malt whiskey, setting it apart from typical Irish blends.

Tasting Notes: Light and fruity with flavors of honey, vanilla, and malt. There’s a subtle oakiness and floral notes on the nose. On the palate, it offers malted barley, apple, and spices, finishing sweet with lingering fruity and oak notes.

Powers Irish Rye, 46% ABV

The Best Irish Rye Whiskey award went to Powers Irish Rye from Midleton Distillery. This whiskey embodies a revival of rye in Irish whiskey, characterized by a full-bodied style.

Tasting Notes: Spicy aromas of black pepper and cinnamon lead the nose, balanced with honey and caramel. The palate showcases toasted nuts, vanilla, and maltiness, with a long, sweet finish marked by spice and oak.

Redbreast 27 YO, Pot Still Irish Whiskey, 46% ABV

A top-rated Irish Pot Still Whiskey, Redbreast 27 YO is known for its luxurious flavor profile, enriched by aging in Ruby Port casks.

Tasting Notes: Aromas of dried fruits, deep honey, and vanilla greet the nose, while flavors of stewed fruits, toffee, and nuts are prominent on the palate. It finishes long, sweet, and fruity with dark chocolate notes.

Dunville’s, Cigar Malt 13 YO, Irish Single Malt, 46.1% ABV

Dunville’s Cigar Malt, produced at Echlinville Distillery, was honored as the top Small Batch Single Malt, recognized for its complex and smoky character.

Tasting Notes: The nose features tobacco and dark fruits, while the palate is rich with a blend of smoke, tobacco, and oak. The finish is warm with lingering notes of dried fruit and leather.

Teeling Whiskey, Notre Dame Edition, Riversaltes 24 YO, 46% ABV

Celebrating a historical milestone for Notre Dame University, the Teeling Notre Dame Edition was selected as the top Irish Single Malt Whiskey.

Tasting Notes: Offers rich aromas of dark chocolate and dried fruits, while the palate presents toffee, figs, and a touch of smokiness. The finish is long and sweet, with spices and oak notes lingering.

Each of these award-winning whiskeys highlights the artistry and tradition of Irish whiskey-making, showcasing a variety of flavors influenced by different ingredients and aging processes.