Killowen Distillery is proud to present the fourth chapter in the Sagaland journey, Killowen Barántúil: Imbolc.

While whiskey-making is our craft, Sagaland allows us to tell stories that reach beyond the cask, blending Ireland’s mythological, culinary, and artistic heritage into one immersive experience.

For those following since Part 1, this release continues our collaboration with The Irish Mythology Podcast and FabCow / Fran Leavey, uniting story, sound, and visual art to bring Ireland’s ancient legends to life.

Killowen Distillery is proud to present the fourth chapter in the Sagaland journey, Killowen Barántúil: Imbolc.

While whiskey-making is our craft, Sagaland allows us to tell stories that reach beyond the cask, blending Ireland’s mythological, culinary, and artistic heritage into one immersive experience.

For those following since Part 1, this release continues our collaboration with The Irish Mythology Podcast and FabCow / Fran Leavey, uniting story, sound, and visual art to bring Ireland’s ancient legends to life.

The Whiskey

As our first ever Madeira cask expression, this cask was sampled last month as part of a long-overdue routine quality control. We were delighted to announce there and then that this would be the next Sagaland release. Like Bríd and Imbolc, the subtle rose colour reminds us of the brightness of the coming season.

Tasting Notes

Nose: Incredibly aromatic, with notes of strawberry and stewed apple, layered over a background of burnt toffee.

Palate: Custard, followed immediately by dried plum and milk chocolate.

Finish: Orange peel, fresh cream, and red apple skin.

The Story

Imbolc

Each Sagaland release includes an insert card revealing the next chapter in the myth. Part 4 continues the saga with Imbolc, written by The Irish Mythology Podcast.

Scan the barcode on your insert to listen to the story and experience it as it was meant to be told.

The accompanying artwork by FabCow / Fran Leavey captures the energy, darkness, and beauty of Ireland’s oldest tales with remarkable depth.

For anyone who missed earlier chapters, a few of the leather books and previous insert cards are still available on our website, though in very limited numbers.

Release Details

Release Date: Friday 27th @4pm (GMT – Killowen Time)
Price: £120

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N.B. Link will not be live until 4pm on Friday 27th February

A heartfelt thank you to the Irish Mythology Podcast and FabCow for their creative partnership throughout the Sagaland series – and to all of you who continue to share this journey with us.

Sláinte

The Killowen Distillery Team

Purchase Here

N.B. Link will not be live until 4pm on Friday 27th February