West Cork Black Reserve

Brilliant nose, and an amazing taste. Top five favorite.

Nose: Spices and fruits, mainly apples and pears, maybe some cherry. Some vanilla and honey. Some sweet bread/cookies coming through. Oak notes are strong with some light smoke. Palate: Smoothness of vanilla and sweetness of dried fruits. Honey comes in waves. The oakiness of the barrel is stronger on the nose than the palate but it’s certainly there. Pleasant! Finish: Medium-long. Very smooth sweetness towards the end and the honey stays the strongest. Overall Thoughts: A friend gave me a glass today after I helped them move. This was very pleasant from beginning to end. It’s my first experience with West Cork distillers and I’m hooked. It’s delightfully flavorsome and is not rough by any means. A very smooth and enticing whiskey!

It’s Irish Whisky for Scotch drinkers. Minus the heavy peet.

Butterscotch, wood, bourbon notes, hint of dark stone fruit

Nice Bourbon notes

Nose: phenolic with notes of marshmallow and vanilla. Palate: Toasty vanilla and cream. Finish: Smooth and toasted marshmallow.