Tastes

This one depends on what you are looking for. I was was looking for light and flavorful and this delivered. But I was hoping for a little less brine (it’s definitely salty). The other reviews describe the flavors well. I think this is a good compliment to my collection of heavier bourbons and scotch that are more like speyside or highlands. It’s great for summertime but I would not drink it during fall and winter. This remind me a bit like kilbeggan Irish rye but much more complex and salty.

It’s ok but expected much more based on other ratings. Powers gold tastes better.

mint, bubblegum, herbs...wonderful for spring and summer

I think musky is a good description. I like it better than either Bushmills or Jameson. Will be buying more as long as the price is reasonable.

So I expect a few dislikes on this comment. I am a bourbon fan. I used to not like Irish whiskeys. However, I recently tried this one and was very pleased with how light and yet flavorful it was. I am having one now on a Sunday afternoon. The flavor and nose up front is great (similar to Green spot but not quite as fragrant, more on that one later), however, the finish is a bit short/weak. So as my per my usual, if I find a good bottle at a higher price point, I Iook for the lower price alternative. After much comparison, I bought Black Bush vs. Black Barrel and compared. While Black Bush is more like an Irish/ Bourbon, if did not have the fragrance or taste of Knappogue Castle....so in a state of tast testing, I decided to blend both together...I know, right, hate mail...but in the right amounts in a glass, I found the best of both worlds. Actual blend depends on preference and I do it by glass to try things over time..... But Knappogue 12 year will always be on my shelf.