{"title":"Old Comber","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"old-comber-7-year-single-pot-still-irish-whiskey","title":"Old Comber 7 Year Single Pot Still Irish Whiskey","description":"\u003cp\u003eOld Comber 7 Year Single Pot Still Irish Whiskey is a distinctive Irish whiskey crafted at The Echlinville Distillery in County Down, bottled at 46% ABV from a traditional mash of malted and unmalted barley, then finished in premium port and sherry casks. The morning mist rolls across the fields of County Down as copper pot stills work their quiet magic, transforming local barley into liquid poetry that speaks of Ireland's ancient whiskey-making heritage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSince 1825, the Echlinville legacy has honored the art of single pot still production, where the marriage of malted and unmalted barley creates whiskey of remarkable character and complexity. This seven-year expression finds its final voice in carefully selected port and sherry casks, where sweet wine-soaked oak imparts layers of dried fruit richness and warming spice that complement the classic pot still profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Honeyed pears, dark chocolate, toasted oak, dried cherries, gentle vanilla\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich orchard fruits, cinnamon spice, toffee sweetness, roasted nuts, wine-soaked raisins\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium-long with lingering port wine warmth, dark fruit, and gentle oak tannins\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpirit Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSingle Pot Still Irish Whiskey\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eABV\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e46% (92 proof)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eVolume\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e700ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAge Statement\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7 Years\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDistillery\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThe Echlinville Distillery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRegion\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCounty Down, Ireland\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMash Bill\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMalted and unmalted barley\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBarrel Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePremium Port \u0026amp; Sherry Casks\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFireside contemplation:\u003c\/strong\u003e The perfect companion for quiet evenings by the hearth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCeltic celebrations:\u003c\/strong\u003e Honoring Irish heritage with authentic single pot still character\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhiskey education:\u003c\/strong\u003e Discovering the unique profile of traditional Irish pot still whiskey\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAfter-dinner sipping:\u003c\/strong\u003e The port and sherry influence makes it ideal following a meal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat does Old Comber Single Pot Still taste like?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOld Comber delivers the classic single pot still profile of rich orchard fruits and warming spices, enhanced by its port and sherry cask finishing. You'll taste honeyed pears, toffee sweetness, and dried cherries on the palate, with cinnamon spice and wine-soaked raisins adding complexity. The finish carries pleasant port wine warmth with lingering dark fruit notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow should I drink Old Comber Irish Whiskey?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOld Comber is best enjoyed neat or with a splash of pure water to open up its complex flavors from the port and sherry cask finishing. The 46% ABV provides excellent mouthfeel without overwhelming the palate. Serve in a tulip-shaped glass to concentrate the honeyed and fruity aromas that make this single pot still whiskey distinctive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat makes single pot still Irish whiskey different?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSingle pot still Irish whiskey like Old Comber uses a unique mash bill of both malted and unmalted barley, creating a distinctive creamy, spicy character you won't find in other whiskey styles. This traditional Irish method produces whiskeys with more body and complexity than single malt, with characteristic notes of green apple, pepper, and honey that shine through the port and sherry cask influence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs Old Comber good value for a 7-year Irish whiskey?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOld Comber represents excellent value in the single pot still category, offering authentic Irish whiskey character with the added complexity of port and sherry cask finishing. The 7-year age statement, 46% bottling strength, and non-chill filtered presentation deliver premium quality typically found in more expensive expressions, making it an ideal introduction to traditional Irish pot still whiskey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is similar to Old Comber Irish Whiskey?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOld Comber shares DNA with other single pot still Irish whiskeys like Redbreast 12 and Powers John's Lane, though its port and sherry cask finishing gives it a fruitier, wine-influenced profile. If you enjoy Redbreast's creamy spice or Green Spot's orchard fruit character, Old Comber offers similar pot still richness with added layers from its premium cask finishing program.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eYou must be 21 years of age or older to purchase this product.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Old Comber","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43347488899146,"sku":"OC7YSPSIW","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0670\/6095\/7258\/files\/front_fc820eaf-5ec8-4850-b49b-3b30fd29626b.jpg?v=1772226268"},{"product_id":"old-comber-7-year-single-pot-still-irish-whiskey-1","title":"Old Comber 7 Year Single Pot Still Irish Whiskey","description":"\u003cp\u003eOld Comber 7 Year Single Pot Still Irish Whiskey is a distinctive Irish whiskey crafted at The Echlinville Distillery from unmalted and malted barley, finished in premium port and sherry casks at 46% ABV. This single estate expression captures the essence of County Down's rolling countryside, where every grain is grown, harvested, and floor malted on the same land where copper pot stills have hummed since 1825.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Echlinville Distillery carries forward the Old Comber legacy, a name that echoes through Irish whiskey history from the original distillery established in 1825. Their commitment to single estate production means every step from grain to glass happens within their County Down grounds, where traditional floor malting and copper pot still distillation create whiskeys of remarkable terroir. The finishing touch in premium port and sherry casks adds layers of complexity that would make the original Old Comber masters proud.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Honeyed orchard fruit, warm spices, toasted oak, dried figs, gentle pot still spice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich barley sweetness, port wine influence, dark chocolate, stewed apples, cinnamon warmth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium to long with lingering sherry richness, oak tannins, black pepper, dried fruit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpirit Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSingle Pot Still Irish Whiskey\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eABV\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e46.0% (92 Proof)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eVolume\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e700ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAge Statement\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7 Years\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDistillery\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThe Echlinville Distillery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRegion\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCounty Down, Ireland\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMash Bill\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUnmalted and malted barley\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBarrel Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePremium Port \u0026amp; Sherry Casks\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFireside sipping:\u003c\/strong\u003e The port and sherry influence pairs beautifully with crackling logs and leather-bound books\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIrish heritage celebrations:\u003c\/strong\u003e Honor the 1825 legacy with a dram that captures centuries of County Down tradition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhiskey education:\u003c\/strong\u003e Experience the distinctive character of single pot still Irish whiskey in its purest form\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEvening contemplation:\u003c\/strong\u003e The complex finish rewards slow, thoughtful appreciation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat does Old Comber 7 Year taste like?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOld Comber 7 Year offers a rich, complex profile with honeyed orchard fruits on the nose, followed by port wine sweetness and dark chocolate on the palate. The premium port and sherry cask finishing adds layers of dried fruit and warm spices, while the traditional pot still character brings that distinctive Irish barley sweetness and gentle spice that makes single pot still whiskey so unique.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs Old Comber good for cocktails?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile Old Comber 7 Year can be used in premium Irish whiskey cocktails, its complex port and sherry cask influence and single estate character are best appreciated neat or with a splash of water. The 46% ABV provides enough strength to stand up in cocktails, but you'll lose many of the nuanced flavors that make this whiskey special when mixed with other ingredients.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow should I drink Old Comber 7 Year?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eServe Old Comber 7 Year neat in a tulip-shaped glass to concentrate the aromas, or add a few drops of water to open up the complex port and sherry influences. The non-chill filtered nature means it may cloud slightly with water, which is perfectly normal and indicates no artificial filtering. Allow it to rest for a few minutes after pouring to let the flavors fully develop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat makes Old Comber different from other Irish whiskeys?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOld Comber is a true single estate whiskey, meaning every step from growing the barley to bottling happens at The Echlinville Distillery in County Down. The combination of traditional floor malting, copper pot still distillation, and finishing in premium port and sherry casks creates a whiskey with remarkable terroir and complexity that reflects its specific place of origin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs Old Comber worth the price?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOld Comber 7 Year offers excellent value for a single pot still Irish whiskey with such provenance and complexity. The single estate production, traditional methods, and premium cask finishing justify the investment, especially for those seeking authentic Irish whiskey character with layers of port and sherry influence that develop beautifully over time in the glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eYou must be 21 years of age or older to purchase this product.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Old Comber","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43354793771082,"sku":"OC7YSPSIW","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0670\/6095\/7258\/files\/front_8bff1129-7aa8-4930-8f5a-b9cb7d7c32b6.jpg?v=1772473199"}],"url":"https:\/\/theoldrickhouse.com\/collections\/old-comber.oembed","provider":"The Old Rickhouse","version":"1.0","type":"link"}