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Irish Poteen
Poteen was produced in Ireland according to legend, from the time when the first potato was harvested. The term 'Irish moonshine whiskey' commenced from around 1660. A levy was then introduced on the legal distillation of spirits carried out privately and unless the operator was licenced by the State, it would be deemed an illegal act and therefore a criminal offence. Not surprisingly, it then appeared that a substantial element of the Irish population were elevated to the 'criminal classes', overnight!
Poteen (pronounced putcheen) is a bit of a headbanger - The 70% is very palatable, a sweet, slightly grainy, vanilla-scented bevvy reminiscent of Tequila. It tastes good on the rocks or as a frozen shot, and makes a mean margarita.
It must always be diluted by at least three parts of a non-alcoholic drink or as part of a cocktail, containing similar properties. It is not advised that this spirit drink is taken as a shooter.
CAUTION. THIS SPIRIT IS VERY STRONG AND SHOULD ONLY BE USED RESPONSIBLY |
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