Writers' Tears Double Oak
Writers' Tears · Walsh Whiskey Distillery (Royal Oak)
The Double Oak edition adds structural complexity to the Writers' Tears range without losing the elegance the brand is known for. The second maturation in American oak virgin casks introduces toast and spice while keeping the pot still character intact. A smart step up from the original.
Nose
Fresh-cut grass and honey greet first, followed by vanilla and a soft floral rosewater accent. There's an underlying nuttiness — hazelnut — that anchors the lighter top notes.
Palate
Silky entry with a surprising depth of caramel and orchard fruit. The double oak maturation brings a woody backbone that the single pot still component weaves through with buttery richness.
Finish
Medium-length with gentle clove spice, trailing honey, and a clean woody fade.
- Distillation
- Triple distilled in copper pot stills
- Maturation
- Initially matured in ex-bourbon casks, finished in American oak virgin casks
- Single Pot Still
- No
- Chill-Filtered
- Yes
Cocktail Suggestion
Ink & Oak — 2 oz Writers' Tears Double Oak · 0.75 oz sweet vermouth · 0.25 oz honey syrup · 2 dashes orange bitters · Stir with ice, strain into a rocks glass over a large cube, garnish with an orange twist.
Food Pairing
Honey-glazed salmon with roasted root vegetables
Blended by Bernard and Rosemary Walsh at the Royal Oak Distillery in Carlow, this expression honors Ireland's literary tradition with a double maturation in both bourbon and American oak virgin casks.
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