Tyrconnell Single Malt

Bold in your face whiskey. Distinct

With St. Patricks Day just around the corner, Irish is on the palate. My bottle, tucked in the back of the cabinet, made it to the outside. After a fair amount of time, the nose of tropical fruits: coconut, pineapple are strong. Cereal and honey notes float in the background. The blend of aromas are tough to discern and create a funky mix. Light body delivers a wave of the sweet tropical fruits and rapidly give way to grains, oak and pepper spice. The body is short-lived, however the finish is long leaves the mouth dry and spicy with trace amounts of pineapple. Time enhances the sweetness drawing and a bit of patience makes this a better dram. Somewhat atypical of Irish whiskies I have experienced. Easy to sip and even-keeled. Not over the top in sweetness or spice. That, however, can leave the experience safe and unadventurous. For an Irish whiskey, it's enjoyable and easy and slightly unique. [85/100][Opened: 2/21/16]