[2] One of the most expensive whiskeys regularly produced by Irish Distillers,[2] since its launch in 1984, Midleton Very Rare has frequently been the recipient of strong reviews and awards.

[2] The fact that each vintage differs, and is only released in very limited quantities (typically less than 2,500 cases per annum),[2] makes the whiskey both collectible and expensive.

Each bottle is individually numbered and signed by the Master Distiller, and sold in an accompanying wooden display case.

[2] In September 2014, to commemorate the 30th or Pearl anniversary of Midleton Very Rare Irish Whiskey, Midleton Distillery invited their Master Distiller Emeritus Barry Crockett out of retirement to join his successor and current Master Distiller Brian Nation in producing a special anniversary edition.

The whiskey, Midleton Very Rare 30th Anniversary Pearl Edition, was a limited to just 117 bottles, and released at a higher strength (53.1% ABV) than the original.