Samuel Gelston’s was born in 1830s Belfast, in an age of horse-drawn carts and whiskey merchants who sealed their casks with a firm handshake. Revived generations later by a descendant of the legendary Bushmills distiller Harry Neill, this bottle is more than a name, it’s a return to form. Opening it feels like rediscovering a letter from a distant, whisky soaked past.

Samuel Gelston’s Irish Whiskey 70cl
Brand: Samuel Gelston’s | Category: Irish Whiskey | ABV: 40% | Origin: Ireland | Vol: 700ml

Tasting Profile
Nose: Light and floral, like wildflowers and vanilla biscuits caught in a spring breeze.
Palate: Creamy and approachable, with soft orchard fruits, malted barley sweetness, and a drizzle of honey.
Finish: Silky and mellow, it doesn’t demand attention, but leaves you wanting another sip.

Production Details
Triple distilled for that unmistakably smooth Irish profile, Gelston’s is matured in ex-bourbon casks that impart vanilla warmth and gentle spice. It’s crafted for balance, not bravado, the kind of whiskey that quietly impresses.

Perfect For
A slow afternoon, a vinyl record spinning in the background, or as the opening dram of the evening. It’s whiskey you bring out for company or when you want to treat yourself without overthinking it.

Expert Notes
Samuel Gelston’s is part of the Neill family’s revival of classic Irish whiskey and it's gaining ground quickly. Its balanced, clean profile makes it ideal for both sipping and mixing, marking it as a staple in modern Irish collections.

Customer Reviews
"Irish whiskey was never my thing, then I tried this. Now I get it."
"Smooth enough for beginners, interesting enough for nerds. It's my happy medium."
"Makes a killer Irish coffee. No burn, just butter."

Interesting Fact
The Neill family, who now own the Gelston's label, are the same lineage behind Whitley Neill Gin, talk about a family with serious distilling DNA.

Serving Suggestions
Try it neat to appreciate its mellow charm. For a twist, mix it into a whiskey ginger with a wedge of lime, it's shockingly refreshing.

Distillery Background
Samuel Gelston was a visionary merchant in 19th-century Belfast. Today, his legacy lives on under Johnny Neill, a fifth-generation distiller, whose revival of the Gelston’s brand is both homage and evolution, bringing Irish whiskey’s golden age into the now.