Raw materials
malted barley
unmalted barley
cereal grains for whisky
Distillery
Midleton
Explore the spirits, production style and story of Midleton.
Midleton is the production hub and the name associated with one of the most prestigious families of Irish whisky. Located in Midleton (County Cork), it produces high-end labels such as Midleton Very Rare and houses production for well-known brands like Jameson, Redbreast and expressions from The Spot range.
Irish whisky
premium whisky
vintage collections
single pot still
blended whiskey
Producer range
Producer range Midleton
Spirit categories
Irish whisky
premium whisky
vintage collections
single pot still
blended whiskey
Representative products
Midleton Very Rare
Green Spot
Yellow Spot 12 Year
Jameson (produced at Midleton)
Casks and ageing vessels
French oak (Tronçais T5)
oak casks (various types for aging and finishing)
Distillation and production
Distillation and production
Production method
Production is based on single pot still and grain distillates, using large copper pot stills for traditional expressions and grain plants for cereal-based spirits. Oak casks are used for ageing; the Master Distiller and blending team carry out annual selections for special releases such as Midleton Very Rare.
Distillation
Distillation using pot stills for single pot still expressions and grain plants for cereal distillates; subsequent blending and assembly curated by the Master Distiller.
Ageing
Aging in oak casks; use and selection of prized casks for special releases (e.g. French oak Tronçais barrels for some limited editions).
Producer history Midleton
The distilling tradition in Midleton traces back to the Old Midleton Distillery, founded in 1825. During the 20th century local companies merged and, following the consolidation of the main Irish entities in 1966 to form Irish Distillers, production was concentrated at the modern Midleton site expanded in 1975. The Midleton Very Rare line was launched in 1984 and has become the house's flagship expression.
Production philosophy
The company philosophy combines tradition with artisanal selection: master distillers selectively choose and blend aged distillates to create premium expressions. The approach emphasizes historical heritage, the quality of casks and blending as key steps to achieve complexity and stylistic consistency.
Territory
Midleton, County Cork, Ireland. Local production and maturation with global distribution and presence in international markets, duty-free and selected retail channels.
Awards and recognitions
Midleton Distillery named 'Most Awarded International Distillery' at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition 2025 (recognition granted to the distillery for medals won across its portfolio).
Midleton
This producer is a useful reference point for enthusiasts looking for authentic spirits, distinctive production identity and a carefully selected online catalogue.
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Products from
Products from Midleton
Whisky Midleton Irish Very Rare 70cl - Tubo
445,88 €
317,39 €
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Whisky Mitchells Irish Green Spot 70cl - Tubo
85,55 €
62,73 €
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Whisky Midleton Irish Very Rare 70cl - Box - DAMAGED LABEL
411,47 €
251,75 €
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Whisky Mitchells Irish Yellow Spot 12Y 70cl - Tubo
127,28 €
104,47 €
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