Knappogue Castle 1995
- Distillery
- Knappogue Castle
- Region
- Country
- Ireland
- Type
- Single Malt
- ABV
- 40%
- Age
- 12 years
- Price
- £42.95
- Community rating
- 5.00 / 5 (6 ratings)
- Tasting notes
- Honey, Vanilla, Fresh Fruit, Malt Extract, Toasted
- Description
- Distilled at Bushmills in 1995 and bottled in 2008 at 12 years old, Knappogue Castle represents a vintage Irish single malt from a period of significant craft evolution at the distillery. The whisky carries the characteristic lightness and fruity character of Irish distillation tempered by more than a decade of maturation. This bottling suits those seeking older Irish single malts with clear provenance and historical interest.
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✦ Neatly Summary
Knappogue Castle 1995 is a 12-year-old single malt from Knappogue Castle (Ireland), bottled at 40% ABV. Rated 5.0/5 by the community. Expect sweet, fruity and oaky character — honey, vanilla, fresh fruit, malt extract. An approachable dram, ideal for newcomers and casual sippers. Good value for the quality offered.
Distilled at Bushmills in 1995 and bottled in 2008 at 12 years old, Knappogue Castle represents a vintage Irish single malt from a period of significant craft evolution at the distillery. The whisky carries the characteristic lightness and fruity character of Irish distillation tempered by more than a decade of maturation. This bottling suits those seeking older Irish single malts with clear provenance and historical interest.
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