West Cork 12 Year Old Port Cask Finish
- Distillery
- West Cork Distillers
- Region
- Country
- Ireland
- Type
- Single Malt
- ABV
- 43%
- Age
- 12 years
- Price
- £37.95
- Community rating
- 4.50 / 5 (4 ratings)
- Tasting notes
- Cooked Fruit, Sherried, Honey, Fresh Fruit
- Description
- West Cork's 12-year-old Irish single malt was initially matured in bourbon casks before a finishing period in Port pipes, which adds rich, jammy fruit character throughout. This 2016 release demonstrates how finishing can enhance lighter Irish spirit with depth and complexity.
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✦ Neatly Summary
West Cork 12 Year Old Port Cask Finish is a 12-year-old single malt from West Cork Distillers (Ireland), bottled at 43% ABV. Expect fruity, sweet and light oak character — cooked fruit, sherried, honey, fresh fruit. An approachable dram, ideal for newcomers and casual sippers. Good value for the quality offered.
West Cork's 12-year-old Irish single malt was initially matured in bourbon casks before a finishing period in Port pipes, which adds rich, jammy fruit character throughout. This 2016 release demonstrates how finishing can enhance lighter Irish spirit with depth and complexity.
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