1 / 7The Whistler Irish Honey Whiskey Liqueur, 70cl, 33% ABV
The Whistler Irish Honey Whiskey Liqueur combines Irish whiskey matured in ex-bourbon casks and finished in sherry casks with orchard honey, according to the listing. At 33% ABV, it is presented for sipping neat or over ice, and for mixing into long or hot drinks.
At a glance
- The listing describes a honey-infused Irish whiskey liqueur made by Boann Distillery in the Boyne Valley.
- Tasting notes describe honeycomb, caramel and candied almonds, followed by vanilla-caramel richness and a sweet, nutty finish.
- Suggested serves include neat, over ice, with ginger ale, or mixed with hot water and lemon.
- The listing cites 2024 awards for Irish flavoured whisky and honey liqueur.
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Pros and cons
Pros
- Several serving options are specified, including a simple ginger-ale long drink and a hot honey toddy.
- The listed whiskey base and orchard-honey infusion give buyers a clear flavour profile to consider.
Technical specifications
7 specifications| Brand | The Whistler |
|---|---|
| Country of origin | Ireland |
| Listed bottle volume | 70cl |
|---|---|
| Alcohol by volume | 33% ABV |
| Dimensions and listed weight | 8.3 x 8.3 x 28.7 cm; 1.39 kg |
| Whiskey maturation and finish | ex-bourbon matured and sherry-finished Irish whiskey |
|---|---|
| Honey source | honey harvested from the Cooney family’s own orchard beehives |
What to know before buying
- The flavour notes and award distinctions are claims in the listing. The listed dimensions and weight are presented together, without specifying whether the weight refers to the bottle alone or its packaging.
Who is it for?
Customer reviews on Amazon
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Aggregate ratings are strongly positive overall, with a small share of three-star ratings and no listed one-, two- or four-star ratings. This offers a limited indication of customer sentiment, but no written feedback is supplied to explain what buyers liked or found less satisfactory. The ratings do not establish how the listed honey flavour or suggested serves work for an individual buyer.
Frequently asked questions
How strong is The Whistler Irish Honey?
The listing gives an alcohol strength of 33% ABV.
How does the listing suggest serving it?
It suggests sipping neat, pouring 50ml over ice, or mixing 35ml with 150ml ginger ale and lemon zest. For a hot serve, it suggests 35ml with hot water and a lemon wheel.
What is the whiskey and honey described as being made from?
The listing describes ex-bourbon matured and sherry-finished Irish whiskey infused with honey harvested from the Cooney family’s orchard beehives.
