Samuel Gelston
Blended Irish Whiskey
Whiskey from Ireland
Bottle size:
750 ml
Shipping: R110 nationwide
Delivery is within 1–2 business days to main centres and 3–4 business days to outlying areas.
The Samuel Gelston’s name is synonymous with quality and innovation. Founded in 1830 by Samuel Gelston, a prosperous wine and whiskey merchant from Belfast. Since then Samuel Gelston’s have been sourcing, ageing, blending and bottling Irish whiskeys of the highest quality and innovating with exceptional cask finishes.
Gelston's Blended Irish Whiskey offers a delightful tasting experience, marked by its smooth and well-rounded character. The nose begins with delicate aromas of dry spice and fruit, accompanied by a hint of sweet candied scents, creating an inviting bouquet. As you taste, the whiskey unfolds with a smooth, honeyed texture, featuring notes of citrus and vanilla that mingle with a subtle caramel burn and nutty, biscuity spices. This leads to a long and elegant finish, characterized by its refined smoothness and a pleasing balance of sweet and spicy elements, making each sip as enjoyable as the last. This profile makes Gelston's a versatile choice, suitable for sipping neat or in a crafted cocktail.
Nose:
The aroma of Gelston's Blended Irish Whiskey is delicate and inviting, characterized by light spice, hints of fruit, and sweet candied notes. There's a touch of oak and pear drop sweetness that adds to its complexity.
Palate:
On the palate, this whiskey offers a smooth honeyed texture with a dry mouthfeel. It presents a combination of citrus and vanilla notes, accompanied by a slight burn of caramel and a nutty, biscuity spice that provides depth and warmth.
Finish:
The finish is long and elegant, leaving a lasting impression of smoothness and the subtle interplay of sweetness and spice, making you want to savour another sip.
Awards:
2021 San Francisco World Spirits Competition - Silver