West Cork Black Cask 5 y.o. - 200ml

Volume: 0.2 liters | Alcohol content: 40% | Not chill-filtered | With coloring

West Cork Black Cask 5 y.o. - 200ml

Special features: The West Cork Black Cask 5 years is an Irish whiskey from West Cork Distillers, which is finished in heavily charred bourbon barrels. This bottling is characterized by a complex production process that includes triple distillation. The product has a volume of 200 ml and an alcohol content of 40%. The whiskey remains uncolored at bottling and has not been chill-filtered, preserving its natural aromas.

Tasting Notes:

• Nose: The nose reveals intense notes of grain and vanilla, accompanied by a lingering sweetness. Light spice and caramelized brown sugar round out the aroma.
• Palate: Malt and vanilla dominate the palate, supported by a balanced sweetness. The creamy texture brings forth flavors of caramel and subtle oak spice.
• Finish: The finish is medium to long, with fading sweetness and an oaky creaminess. In the finish, gentle pepper notes and a hint of smoke emerge.

Distillery/Bottler: The West Cork Distillers were founded in 2003 and are based in Skibbereen, Ireland. The Black Cask 5 years is a significant product of this distillery, characterized by the special maturation in first-fill and heavily charred bourbon barrels. This tradition of artisanal whiskey production is highlighted by the use of natural colors and triple distillation.

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