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Tullamore D.E.W.

Tullamore D.E.W. is a brand of Irish whiskey produced by William Grant & Sons. The whiskey is named after the town of Tullamore, located in County Offaly, Ireland. The "D.E.W." in the name stands for Daniel E. Williams, a general manager and later owner of the original distillery.

History

The Tullamore distillery was established in 1829. Daniel E. Williams joined the distillery in the late 19th century and became the driving force behind its success. Under his leadership, the distillery adopted the slogan "Give Every Man His Dew," which became synonymous with the brand.

In the mid-20th century, the original distillery closed, and production was moved to other locations. However, in 2014, a new distillery was opened in Tullamore, bringing production back to its roots.

Production

Tullamore D.E.W. is a triple-distilled whiskey, which contributes to its smoothness. It is a blend of all three types of Irish whiskey: pot still, malt, and grain whiskey. The whiskey is aged in a combination of ex-bourbon and sherry casks, which impart a rich and complex flavor profile.

Visitor Centre

The Tullamore D.E.W. Visitor Centre is located in the town of Tullamore. It offers tours that provide insights into the history and production of the whiskey. Visitors can learn about the distillation process and enjoy tastings of the various expressions of Tullamore D.E.W.

Expressions

Tullamore D.E.W. offers a range of expressions, including:

Tullamore D.E.W. Original
Tullamore D.E.W. 12 Year Old Special Reserve
Tullamore D.E.W. 14 Year Old Single Malt
Tullamore D.E.W. 18 Year Old Single Malt

Each expression has its own unique characteristics, influenced by the aging process and the types of casks used.

Awards

Tullamore D.E.W. has received numerous awards for its quality and taste. It is recognized as one of the leading brands of Irish whiskey worldwide.

Related pages

References

"Tullamore D.E.W.". William Grant & Sons. Retrieved from the official website.
"The History of Tullamore D.E.W.". Tullamore D.E.W. Visitor Centre.

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-'''Tullamore Dew''' is a brand of [[Irish whiskey]] that is produced by [[William Grant & Sons]]. It is one of the most widely distributed brands of Irish whiskey globally. The name Tullamore Dew comes from the combination of the town of [[Tullamore]] in Ireland, where the whiskey is produced, and the initials of an early manager of the concern, Daniel E. Williams (D.E.W.).
+== Tullamore D.E.W. ==
+[[File:Tullamore_DEW_Legendary_Logo.jpg|thumb|Tullamore D.E.W. logo]]
+'''Tullamore D.E.W.''' is a brand of [[Irish whiskey]] produced by William Grant & Sons. The whiskey is named after the town of [[Tullamore]], located in [[County Offaly]], [[Ireland]]. The "D.E.W." in the name stands for Daniel E. Williams, a general manager and later owner of the original distillery.
 == History ==
-Tullamore Dew was first distilled in 1829 in the small town of Tullamore in County Offaly, in the heart of Ireland. The brand was initially produced by the Tullamore Distillery, which was established by Michael Molloy. On his death, the distillery was passed to his nephew, Bernard Daly who later appointed Daniel E. Williams as the distillery's General Manager. Williams brought about great innovation to the distillery, including the introduction of the pot still, and his initials were added to the whiskey's name.
+The Tullamore distillery was established in 1829. Daniel E. Williams joined the distillery in the late 19th century and became the driving force behind its success. Under his leadership, the distillery adopted the slogan "Give Every Man His Dew," which became synonymous with the brand.
+In the mid-20th century, the original distillery closed, and production was moved to other locations. However, in 2014, a new distillery was opened in Tullamore, bringing production back to its roots.
+[[File:Tullamore_New_Distillery.jpg|thumb|The new Tullamore distillery]]
 == Production ==
-Tullamore Dew is a blended whiskey that combines grain, malt, and pot still whiskeys. The production process involves three stages: malting, mashing, and fermentation. The whiskey is then triple distilled and aged in oak casks for a minimum of three years. The unique blend of whiskeys gives Tullamore Dew its smooth and complex flavor profile, with notes of malt, nut, and spice.
+Tullamore D.E.W. is a triple-distilled whiskey, which contributes to its smoothness. It is a blend of all three types of Irish whiskey: [[pot still]], [[malt]], and [[grain whiskey]]. The whiskey is aged in a combination of ex-bourbon and sherry casks, which impart a rich and complex flavor profile.
+== Visitor Centre ==
+The Tullamore D.E.W. Visitor Centre is located in the town of Tullamore. It offers tours that provide insights into the history and production of the whiskey. Visitors can learn about the distillation process and enjoy tastings of the various expressions of Tullamore D.E.W.
+[[File:Tullamore_D.E.W._Visitor_Centre_at_Night.jpg|thumb|Tullamore D.E.W. Visitor Centre at night]]
+== Expressions ==
+Tullamore D.E.W. offers a range of expressions, including:
-== Varieties ==
+* Tullamore D.E.W. Original
+* Tullamore D.E.W. 12 Year Old Special Reserve
+* Tullamore D.E.W. 14 Year Old Single Malt
+* Tullamore D.E.W. 18 Year Old Single Malt
-There are several varieties of Tullamore Dew available, including the Original, 12 Year Old Special Reserve, 15 Year Old Trilogy, and the 18 Year Old Single Malt. Each variety has its own unique taste and character, but all share the smoothness and complexity that is characteristic of the Tullamore Dew brand.
+Each expression has its own unique characteristics, influenced by the aging process and the types of casks used.
-== Recognition ==
+== Awards ==
-Tullamore Dew has received numerous awards and accolades for its quality and taste. It is recognized as one of the finest Irish whiskeys available and is enjoyed by whiskey connoisseurs around the world.
+Tullamore D.E.W. has received numerous awards for its quality and taste. It is recognized as one of the leading brands of Irish whiskey worldwide.
-== See also ==
+== Related pages ==
 * [[Irish whiskey]]
-* [[William Grant & Sons]]
+* [[Distillation]]
-* [[Tullamore]]
+* [[Whiskey]]
+== References ==
+* "Tullamore D.E.W.". William Grant & Sons. Retrieved from the official website.
+* "The History of Tullamore D.E.W.". Tullamore D.E.W. Visitor Centre.
+[[File:Tullamore_Dew_(Fass).jpg|thumb|A cask of Tullamore D.E.W.]]
+[[File:Tullamore_DEW_and_Rocks_Tumbler.jpg|thumb|Tullamore D.E.W. served with ice]]
-[[Category:Irish whiskey]]
+[[Category:Irish whiskey brands]]
-[[Category:Brands of whiskey]]
+[[Category:County Offaly]]
-[[Category:William Grant & Sons]]
-{{Irish whiskey}}
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