{"product_id":"aqua-vitae-2001-cooley-24-year-old-bourbon-barrel-single-cask-single-malt-irish-whiskey","title":"Aqua Vitae 2001 Cooley 24 Year Old Bourbon Barrel Single Cask Single Malt Irish Whiskey","description":"\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA remarkable expression of mature Irish single malt, Aqua Vitae 2001 Cooley 24 Year Old captures the elegance, vibrancy and extraordinary fruit character that have made older vintages from Cooley increasingly admired among whisky enthusiasts. Distilled in 2001 and bottled in 2025 after 24 years of maturation, this exceptional single cask was drawn from Bourbon Barrel #1693 and released as part of Aqua Vitae's evocative \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Grand Fruit Gala – Echo of Grapes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e series.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBottled at a natural cask strength of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e57.8% ABV\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, with just \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e168 bottles produced worldwide\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, this is an exceptionally limited expression that celebrates the remarkable individuality of long-aged Cooley whiskey.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDistillery:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Cooley Distillery\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBottler:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Aqua Vitae\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeries:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The Grand Fruit Gala – Echo of Grapes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVintage:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 2001\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAge:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 24 Years Old\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eABV:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 57.8%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCask Type:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Bourbon Barrel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCask Number:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 1693\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOutturn:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 168 Bottles \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbout the Distillery \u0026amp; Bottling\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEstablished in 1987 by John Teeling, Cooley Distillery played a pivotal role in the revival of independent Irish whiskey production. Located on the Cooley Peninsula in County Louth, the distillery challenged the conventions of an industry historically dominated by triple-distilled whiskey, developing a distinctive approach to double-distilled single malt production. This method helped establish a recognisable house character, combining a generous malt presence with expressive fruit, depth and texture.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSelected by independent bottler Aqua Vitae for \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Grand Fruit Gala – Echo of Grapes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, this 24-year-old single malt exemplifies the virtues of patient maturation and thoughtful cask selection. Bourbon Barrel #1693 has allowed the whiskey to evolve gradually, bringing together mature fruit, delicate sweetness and refined oak while retaining the distinctive personality of the original spirit.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLimited to just 168 bottles, this release offers a rare opportunity to explore the sophistication of mature Cooley single malt in its natural cask-strength form.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNose:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e An elegant and expressive bouquet of ripe orchard fruits, golden apples and juicy pears, accompanied by delicate notes of white grapes, honey and vanilla. Layers of tropical fruit gradually emerge, suggesting pineapple, soft melon and a touch of citrus zest, while subtle floral aromas and lightly toasted oak introduce further complexity. With time in the glass, gentle hints of sweet malt, fresh pastry and seasoned wood lend additional depth to the beautifully fragrant profile.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePalate:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Rich, vibrant and wonderfully textured, with an initial wave of ripe yellow fruits, honeyed malt and fresh citrus. Sweet pineapple, orchard peaches and delicate grape-like fruitiness develop alongside creamy vanilla, soft caramel and a gentle suggestion of coconut. The extended bourbon barrel maturation provides an elegant framework of polished oak and subtle spice, allowing the whiskey's naturally expressive fruit character to remain beautifully defined. At 57.8% ABV, the palate retains excellent concentration, balancing generous sweetness with refreshing acidity and a refined, mature structure.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFinish:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Long, graceful and beautifully balanced, with lingering notes of orchard fruits, citrus oils and delicate honey gradually giving way to vanilla, toasted oak and soft warming spice. A gentle dryness emerges towards the end, leaving an elegant impression of mature fruit, sweet malt and seasoned American oak.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Aqua Vitae","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67791701344566,"sku":null,"price":699.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0738\/2558\/3414\/files\/AquaVitaeCooley24.jpg?v=1792626848","url":"https:\/\/hiliquor.com.au\/products\/aqua-vitae-2001-cooley-24-year-old-bourbon-barrel-single-cask-single-malt-irish-whiskey","provider":"Hi_liquor","version":"1.0","type":"link"}