Waterford Heritage Hunter Irish Whisky – 70cl
Waterford Heritage Hunter Irish Whisky — a distinctive Waterford expression using heritage grain "Hunter" barley variety. Waterford Distillery (founded 2015 by Mark Reynier, previously behind Bruichladdich's revival on Islay) focuses on terroir-driven Irish whisky. Non-chill-filtered, no added colouring.
Why you'll love it
- Distinctive heritage grain character, warm cereal depth, gentle spice, refined orchard fruit, elegant Waterford terroir depth — Heritage Hunter signature
- Made with "Hunter" heritage grain — an older barley variety with distinctive character
- Non-chill-filtered, no added colouring — Waterford house standard
- Presented in Waterford's distinctive Heritage bottle
Perfect pairings
Excellent neat as a contemplation pour. Pairs beautifully with roasted meats, aged mild cheeses, or considered evening drams.
Perfect for
- Terroir-focused whisky enthusiasts
- Waterford Distillery collectors
- Whisky drinkers exploring heritage grain varieties
- Serious Irish whisky enthusiasts curious about "wine-thinking" approach
Compare with
Interested in single farm origin? Try Waterford SFO Hook Head 1.1 ($123) or Waterford SFO Ballymorgan 1.2 ($148). Interested in Waterford blends? Waterford The Cuvee ($150).
Frequently asked
What makes Waterford unusual?
Waterford is unique in Irish whisky for its terroir focus. Where most distilleries use commodity barley from various sources, Waterford traces barley from specific named farms — even specific fields — and bottles by farm origin. The concept borrows from wine terroir thinking, applied to Irish whisky.
What is "Hunter" barley?
A heritage barley variety — older cultivar with distinctive character compared with modern commercial varieties. Heritage grains typically deliver more complex, character-forward flavour profiles. Rare in modern whisky production.
Who is Mark Reynier?
Founder of Waterford Distillery. Previously restored Bruichladdich Distillery on Islay (from 2001, sold to Rémy Cointreau 2012). Widely credited with pioneering terroir thinking in Scotch whisky and continuing this approach with Waterford in Ireland.
Quick facts
- Category: Single Malt Irish Whisky
- Distillery: Waterford (founded 2015 by Mark Reynier)
- Range: Heritage — Hunter barley variety
- ABV: 47%
- Volume: 70cl
- Delivery: Free islandwide delivery across Singapore
TASTING NOTES
NOSE
Intense. Lemon sorbet, red apple, saline, farmy and earthy notes.
PALATE
Gourmet. Orange cake, clove, prune porridge, lemon essence, toasted wood.
ABV: 47% ABV
