Gelston's 12 Year Old Rum Cask Finish
- Distillery
- Gelston's
- Region
- Country
- Ireland
- Type
- Single Malt
- ABV
- 43%
- Age
- 12 years
- Price
- £49.53
- Community rating
- 3.50 / 5 (2 ratings)
- Tasting notes
- Cooked Fruit, Fresh Fruit, Honey
- Description
- Gelston's 12 Year Old Irish single malt receives a finishing period in rum cask, introducing bright citrus and exotic spice to the spirit. The rum wood imparts tropical character that lifts the whiskey's fruitiness.
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✦ Neatly Summary
Gelston's 12 Year Old Rum Cask Finish is a 12-year-old single malt from Gelston's (Ireland), bottled at 43% ABV. Expect vibrant and fruity, sweet and delicately floral character — cooked fruit, fresh fruit, honey. An approachable dram, ideal for newcomers and casual sippers. Good value for the quality offered.
Gelston's 12 Year Old Irish single malt receives a finishing period in rum cask, introducing bright citrus and exotic spice to the spirit. The rum wood imparts tropical character that lifts the whiskey's fruitiness.
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