Keeper's Heart Pot Still Whiskey
Price History
Overview
Keeper’s Heart Pot Still Whiskey represents a rare American expression of the traditional Irish pot still style, triple distilled and aged in charred new oak barrels by master distiller Brian Nation at O’Shaughnessy Distilling Co. It revives the heavy, flavorful character of Ireland's historic pot still tradition—born from 19th-century tax evasions on unmalted barley—now adapted for U.S. production.
Specs at a glance
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Style | American Pot Still Whiskey |
| ABV | 46% |
| Mashbill | 50/50 malted and unmalted barley |
| Release Info | Launched as part of the Keeper’s Heart lineup by Minneapolis-based O’Shaughnessy Distilling Co., honoring Irish pot still heritage with American oak maturation |
| Age | No age statement |
Good to know
Master distiller Brian Nation, formerly of Midleton Distillery and successor to pot still legend Barry Crockett, brings authentic triple pot still distillation to the U.S. at O’Shaughnessy. This whiskey joins early American efforts like those from Talnua Distillery, filling a gap for proper pot still expressions outside Ireland. It entered the core lineup ahead of St. Patrick’s Day at an MSRP of around $50.
Tasting notes
- Nose: Cinnamon and clove lead with dry, spicy old wood shavings, malty honey, and a subtle hint of dates.
- Palate: Dry spiciness dominates alongside caramel and honey, accented by bright citrus zest for a bold yet balanced mouthfeel. The Irish-style mashbill delivers oily texture and grain depth rare in American whiskeys.
- Finish: Dry wood spiciness lingers with notes of overripe tropical fruit, medium in length.
Notable details
- Production: Triple pot still distilled in Irish tradition, aged in bourbon-style charred new oak barrels, non-chill filtered.
- Lineage: Crafted by Brian Nation at O’Shaughnessy Distilling Co. as part of the Keeper’s Heart brand.
- Availability: Widely available in the $31–$60 range, now a staple in the distillery’s regular portfolio.
"Keeper’s Heart delivers a proper American pot still whiskey true to Irish style, thanks to expert distilling and new oak aging." – The Whiskey Reviewer
A faithful nod to Irish pot still legacy, refined through American oak for everyday sipping complexity.
Sources
[1] Whiskeyreviewer – "Keeper’s Heart American Pot Still Whiskey Review – The Whiskey Reviewer"
[2] Whiskeyreviewer – "Keeper’s Heart Introduces In-House Pot Still Whiskey – The Whiskey Reviewer"