Name: Midleton Very Rare 2025
Brand: Midleton
Price: 199.99 GBP
Availability: InStock

Question 1

What does Midleton Very Rare 2025 taste like?

Accepted Answer

Midleton Very Rare 2025 is characterised by Vanilla, Honey, Malt Extract, Dried Fruit notes. Midleton's 2025 vintage blends six different distillate styles for the first time in the collection's history, including three distinct grain whiskey expressions drawn from the historic A2 Warehouse. Master distiller Kevin O'Gorman's composition honours generations of Irish whiskey-making craft.

Question 2

Is Midleton Very Rare 2025 smoky or peaty?

Accepted Answer

No — Midleton Very Rare 2025 is not smoky. It scores only 0/100 on smoke, with minimal or no peaty character.

Question 3

Is Midleton Very Rare 2025 sweet?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Midleton Very Rare 2025 is noticeably sweet (69/100), with flavours like Vanilla, Honey.

Question 4

Is Midleton Very Rare 2025 good for beginners?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Midleton Very Rare 2025 is approachable and a great starting point. Its Vanilla, Honey, Malt Extract character makes it accessible at 40% ABV.

Question 5

Is Midleton Very Rare 2025 worth the money?

Accepted Answer

Midleton Very Rare 2025 costs £199.99 and is rated 0.0/5 by the community (0 ratings). Worth trying before committing to a full bottle.

Question 6

Should I drink Midleton Very Rare 2025 neat or with water?

Accepted Answer

Midleton Very Rare 2025 is enjoyable neat at 40% ABV. A few drops of water can also help open up the nose and soften the finish.

Question 7

What food pairs well with Midleton Very Rare 2025?

Accepted Answer

Midleton Very Rare 2025 pairs well with dark chocolate, Christmas cake, blue cheese, dried figs, and walnuts. The sweet, honeyed character complements these flavours naturally.

Question 8

What glass should I use for Midleton Very Rare 2025?

Accepted Answer

A Glencairn glass is ideal for Midleton Very Rare 2025 — its tulip shape concentrates the aromas and lets you appreciate the full nose. A nosing glass or copita also works well.

Question 9

What is the best serving temperature for Midleton Very Rare 2025?

Accepted Answer

Serve Midleton Very Rare 2025 at room temperature (around 18–22°C). Avoid chilling it — cold temperatures suppress the aromas. If the room is warm, a brief rest after pouring is all it needs.

Question 10

Is Midleton Very Rare 2025 similar to Highland Park 24 Year Old 1990 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Midleton Very Rare 2025 and Highland Park 24 Year Old 1990 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) share a similar flavour profile (Honey) and are in a similar price range. Highland Park 24 Year Old 1990 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) costs £209.95 vs £199.99 for Midleton Very Rare 2025.

Question 11

Is Midleton Very Rare 2025 similar to Chivas Century of Malts - 1980s?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Midleton Very Rare 2025 and Chivas Century of Malts - 1980s share a similar flavour profile (Vanilla, Honey, Malt Extract) and are in a similar price range. Chivas Century of Malts - 1980s costs £150 vs £199.99 for Midleton Very Rare 2025.

Question 12

How does Midleton Very Rare 2025 compare to Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)?

Accepted Answer

Midleton Very Rare 2025 and Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) are in a similar price range but offer very different experiences. Midleton Very Rare 2025 is sweet and approachable, while Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) is known for Smokey, Medicinal, Oily notes. See the full comparison on Neatly.

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