Tullamore Dew 12 Year Old Special Reserve Irish Whiskey 750mL
Tullamore D.E.W. 12 Year Old Special Reserve Irish Whiskey
Blended Irish Whiskey | 40% ABV (80 Proof) | 750mL | Triple Distilled | Aged 12 Years | Bourbon & Oloroso Sherry Casks
Process & Profile
Tullamore D.E.W. 12 Year Old Special Reserve Irish Whiskey is a smooth, rich, and well-rounded Irish whiskey built on the classic Tullamore D.E.W. triple-distilled style. Aged for 12 years, this Special Reserve brings together malt, grain, and pot still whiskey to create a layered profile with added depth, creaminess, spice, and oak influence.
The whiskey is matured in a combination of bourbon and Oloroso sherry casks, giving it a balance of vanilla sweetness, dried fruit, toasted wood, spice, and chocolate richness. The bourbon casks add soft vanilla, honey, and oak, while the Oloroso sherry casks contribute deeper fruit, nuttiness, and a rounded finish.
Compared to standard Tullamore D.E.W., the 12 Year Old Special Reserve offers more body and complexity while keeping the smooth, approachable character that Irish whiskey drinkers expect. Expect notes of chocolate, spice, malt, caramel, vanilla, dried fruit, toasted oak, and a creamy finish.
Tasting Notes
- Chocolate, spice, and toasted oak
- Vanilla, caramel, and honey sweetness
- Dried fruit and subtle sherry richness
- Malt, grain, and pot still depth
- Creamy, smooth mouthfeel
- Long finish with oak, spice, chocolate, and gentle sweetness
What Makes It Special
- 12-year-old Special Reserve Irish whiskey
- Triple distilled for a smooth, approachable profile
- Blend of malt, grain, and pot still Irish whiskey
- Matured in bourbon and Oloroso sherry casks
- Richer and more complex than standard Tullamore D.E.W.
- Smooth profile with chocolate, spice, oak, vanilla, caramel, and dried fruit
- Strong choice for sipping neat, serving over ice, or mixing into elevated Irish whiskey cocktails
How to Enjoy
Tullamore D.E.W. 12 Year Old Special Reserve is best enjoyed neat in a whiskey glass so the chocolate, spice, vanilla, dried fruit, oak, and creamy texture can open gradually. Let it rest briefly before sipping to bring forward more malt sweetness and sherry-cask richness.
A few drops of water can soften the whiskey and reveal more caramel, honey, dried fruit, and oak spice. It can also be served over a large ice cube or used in premium Irish whiskey cocktails such as an Irish Old Fashioned, whiskey sour, Irish coffee, or whiskey highball.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What does Tullamore D.E.W. 12 Year Old Special Reserve taste like?
Tullamore D.E.W. 12 Year Old Special Reserve tastes smooth and rich, with chocolate, spice, toasted oak, vanilla, caramel, honey, dried fruit, malt, and a creamy finish. -
How long is Tullamore D.E.W. 12 Year Old Special Reserve aged?
Tullamore D.E.W. 12 Year Old Special Reserve is aged for 12 years. -
What casks are used for Tullamore D.E.W. 12 Year Old Special Reserve?
Tullamore D.E.W. 12 Year Old Special Reserve is matured in bourbon and Oloroso sherry casks, giving it vanilla, oak, dried fruit, spice, and chocolate notes. -
What proof is Tullamore D.E.W. 12 Year Old Special Reserve?
Tullamore D.E.W. 12 Year Old Special Reserve is bottled at 40% ABV, which equals 80 proof. -
Where can I buy Tullamore D.E.W. 12 Year Old Special Reserve Irish Whiskey?
You can buy Tullamore D.E.W. 12 Year Old Special Reserve Irish Whiskey directly from The Barrel Tap, a trusted online source for Irish whiskey, aged whiskey, and premium spirits.
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