Knappogue Castle 16 Year Old Sherry Cask Finished Irish Whiskey (75cl, 43%)

Knappogue Castle 16 Year Old is a triple-distilled single malt Irish whiskey, made from Bushmills spirit distilled in Northern Ireland. Knappogue Castle is a brand rather than a distillery, named after the 15th-century castle in County Clare. The whiskey matured for roughly 14 years in ex-bourbon barrels, then spent 21 months in Oloroso sherry casks seasoned for the brand. It is bottled at 43% without chill filtration, with caramel colouring added. The nose is toasted almond, dried apricot and honey. The palate shows dark chocolate, orange peel and oak spice, leading to a long, gently drying finish.