Dungourney — Ireland, Ireland · Spirit type: Malt · Founded: 1825 · Closed: 1975 · Status: Dismantled
Key facts
| Region | Ireland |
|---|---|
| Country | Ireland |
| Spirit type | Malt |
| Status | Dismantled |
| Founded | 1825 |
| Closed | 1975 |
| Also known as | Old Midleton |
Dungourney — History & notes
Dungourney is a specific vintage release distilled at the Old Midleton distillery in Cork in 1964 and bottled in 1994. The historic Old Midleton site, founded in 1825 and closed in 1975, produced this spirit as part of its regular operations. Its name is derived from the Dungourney River, which served as the vital water source for the distillery.
A popular legend suggests these casks were forgotten in a warehouse and only rediscovered decades later, though this remains a matter of marketing lore. The liquid represents a finite piece of history from the original Cork facility before production moved to the new complex.
Flavour profile
Michael Jackson explicitly described the profile of this 1964 vintage as silky and flowery. These characteristics are attributed to the specific historic Pure Pot Still spirit distilled at the original Old Midleton site.
Bottlings & collector track record
- Dungourney 1964 Special Reserve Pure Pot Still: Distilled in 1964 and bottled in 1994 at 40% ABV. This 700ml release from Old Midleton historic stock was presented in a wooden oak box.
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