West Cork Glengarriff Series Peat-Smoked Cask Single Malt Irish Whiskey

West Cork Single Malt Irish Whiskey Glengarriff Series Peat Charred Cask is a unique expression from West Cork Distillers, part of their Glengarriff Series which pays tribute to the beautiful region of Glengarriff in West Cork. This single malt undergoes a distinctive finishing process in casks that have been heavily charred using locally harvested peat from the Glengarriff boglands.

Key Features:

• Irish Origin: Produced by West Cork Distillers in County Cork, Ireland.

• Single Malt: Made from 100% malted barley.

• Glengarriff Series: Part of a limited series exploring unique cask finishes using local resources.

• Peat Charred Cask Finish: Initially matured in sherry casks and then finished for 4-6 months in casks heavily charred with peat harvested from Glengarriff Forest.

• Triple Distilled: Undergoes traditional Irish triple distillation.

• ABV: Typically bottled at 43% ABV.

Tasting Notes (based on various sources):

• Aroma: Slightly sweet with notes of dried fruit and a noticeable but not overpowering peat smoke influence. Some detect a BBQ-like smokiness.

• Palate: Offers a balance of smoke and sweetness. The peat influence is present but integrated, alongside malty notes and hints of fruit.

• Finish: Medium to long with a lingering smokiness and a subtle sweetness. Some find a slightly ashy or earthy note.

Overall Impression:

The West Cork Glengarriff Peat Charred Cask is an intriguing Irish single malt that offers a different take on peat compared to many Scotch whiskies. By charring the casks with peat rather than peating the barley, it aims to impart a unique smoky character that is integrated with the underlying sweetness and fruitiness of the sherry-matured single malt. It’s considered an interesting experiment and a worthwhile try for those curious about peated Irish whiskey.

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