It takes a special single-malt whisky to stand out from the pack. Waterford Whisky’s three distinctive Cuvée Concepts do the trick, signifying an impressive evolution in the southern Irish distiller’s mission to use terroir-driven techniques to create naturally flavorsome single malt whiskies with no artificial colors or chill-filtration.
The Waterford Cuvée "Koff" ($89.99) has notes of white pepper, lemon zest, and a blend of spices, with a long, dry finish of dried fruit and spices. Cuvée Gaia, Waterford's Organic Cuvée ($89.99), is our favorite, delivering a complex organic whisky with notes of honey, malted Irish barley, and a fruity touch of blackberry.
The full-bodied "Cuvée Fumo" ($99.99) is for peated whisky lovers with its peaty aroma, and a gutsy finish with cigar tobacco, green tea, and a hint of tar. All three Cuvée Concepts are bottled at 50% ABV, with gorgeous labels and boxes designed by artists including French painter Nathanaël Ko.