The first bottle of this I had back in '07, and I have to admit, not much has changed since. Still one of my all time favourites. I love the irish pot still style in general, it really appeals to me with a unique, undistinguishable and cryptic cereal complexity.
In the case of Redbreast 12, a distinct creaminess and berry/wood complexity is added, with probably the most elegant oakiness in any standard bottling, alongside an outstanding balance.
If it weren't for the short finish, which makes it even harder to stop quaffing this stuff, 'cause it's already so moreish, and the legal minimum strength, this would be 90 points territory easy.
The particular bottle I reviewed was probably bottled in 2014, as it carries this label and bears the bottling code L414131090.

Perfect balance in all areas, both the nose and the mouth and the finish. It is a great classic. It's round, deep and quite oaky, the sherry is not at all overwhelming, there is just what it takes to make the whole work. Cereal and malty nose, more on pumpkin and butternut than on red fruits. Gourmet palate with a touch of paprika. The finish is very long, on marzipan or even speculoos. Some spices. It's really well made.

https://ilikesky2020.blogspot.com/2020/11/redbreast-12-yo.html

For me, one of the best single pot stills.

- an already quite complex and good representative of one
Irish single pot still whiskeys
- not comparable and significantly better than the classic
well-known cheaper Irish blend brands
- quite strong for an Irishman, full of character and powerful
- at around 40 € a proud price but also has a lot to offer

Surprised by my first single pot still! This certainly makes you want more.