Redbreast Irish Whiskey Unveils Moscatel Wine Cask Edition

Limited-edition release of Redbreast's acclaimed Iberian Series finished in Moscatel wine casks from historic winery in the hills of southern Spain

Published on Feb. 27, 2026

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Redbreast, the World's Most Awarded Single Pot Still Irish Whiskey, has announced the launch of Redbreast Moscatel Wine Cask Edition, the fifth iteration in the award-winning Redbreast Iberian Series. The new limited-edition whiskey is finished in Moscatel wine casks from the historic Bodegas Quitapenas winery in southern Spain, adding a unique citrus-forward flavor profile to the renowned Irish single pot still whiskey.

Why it matters

The launch of Redbreast Moscatel Wine Cask Edition celebrates Redbreast's historic ties to fortified wines and the brand's appreciation for the rich winemaking heritage of the Iberian Peninsula. This special release showcases Redbreast's commitment to innovation and craftsmanship, as well as the brand's longstanding relationships with cask producers and winemakers across the region.

The details

Redbreast Moscatel Wine Cask Edition is first matured in a selection of ex-American whiskey casks and Spanish Oloroso sherry casks, followed by a final maturation period of 16 months in Málaga Moscatel casks. Bottled at 46% ABV, the whiskey is rich in Mediterranean expression, with notes of fresh, sweet tangerine, twisted orange peel, chamomile tea, nutmeg, cedarwood, vanilla, floral honey, and subtle spices.

  • Redbreast Moscatel Wine Cask Edition was launched on February 10, 2026.

The players

Redbreast

The World's Most Awarded Single Pot Still Irish Whiskey, a brand owned by Irish Distillers, a Pernod Ricard company.

David McCabe

The Master Blender at Redbreast who crafted the Moscatel Wine Cask Edition.

Marta Suárez Prieto

A fifth-generation custodian of Bodegas Quitapenas, the historic winery in Málaga, Spain, that provided the Moscatel wine casks used to finish the Redbreast whiskey.

Víctor Suárez Onrubia

Marta Suárez Prieto's cousin and a fifth-generation custodian of Bodegas Quitapenas.

Billy Leighton

The former Master Blender at Redbreast who, along with David McCabe, developed deep relationships with cask producers and winemakers throughout the Iberian Peninsula.

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What they’re saying

“The launch of Redbreast Moscatel Wine Cask Edition is a celebration of Redbreast's heritage, craftsmanship, and incredible legacy dating back to the late 1800s.”

— David McCabe, Master Blender (PR Newswire)

“It has been a great honor to work with David and his team at Midleton on the launch of Redbreast Moscatel Wine Cask Edition, which pays such a wonderful tribute to our rich family history.”

— Marta Suárez Prieto, Bodegas Quitapenas (PR Newswire)

The takeaway

The release of Redbreast Moscatel Wine Cask Edition showcases Redbreast's commitment to innovation and its deep appreciation for the rich winemaking heritage of the Iberian Peninsula, further solidifying the brand's reputation for exceptional quality and craftsmanship in the world of Irish whiskey.