Knappogue Castle 12 Year Old Single Malt Whiskey
70 cl
The first Knappogue Castle Single Malt to have an age statement. This is triple distilled in a Northern Irish distillery and is matured in bourbon casks for twelve years.
The first Knappogue Castle Single Malt to have an age statement. This is triple distilled in a Northern Irish distillery and is matured in bourbon casks for twelve years.
Tasting Notes from Celtic Whiskey Shop and Wines on the Green | |
Taste | Nicely balanced on the palate with its rich viscosity being countered by fresh and light fruity characters. Flavours of lemon, fresh apples, candied fruits and delicate spices. Rich and spicy on the finish. |
Nose | Aromas of vanilla, freshly baked bread, cooked apples and bread and butter pudding. |
Colour | Golden |
Fact Sheet | |
Fluid | 70 cl |
Ingredients | Malted barley |
Alcohol % | 40% |
Types of Barrel used for Aging | Ex-Bourbon barrels. |
Producer | Castle Brands |
Serving Suggestion | |
Serving Suggestion | Enjoy Neat, or with just a little water |
Awards and/or Press Quotes | |
Tasting Notes from F. Paul Pacult, Spirit Journal | 'COLOR: Lovely pale straw/yellow color reminiscentof muscadet white wine; ideal purity. AROMA: Opening inhalations encounter richly biscuityand malty/grainy/breakfast cereal aromas. Severalminutes of air contact adds intriguing pepper/vegetaland spice notes. TASTE: Entry is balanced, focused, and integrated,slightly astringent and nicely fruity. Midpalate hasdelicate tastes of marshmallow, brown sugar, oakyvanilla, and marzipan. COMMENT: A polished and mature Irish single maltwhiskey selected and bottled at the ideal age.One of the best Knappogue Castle bottlings to date.Excellent Value' |