Knappogue Castle 12 Year Old
Knappogue Castle 12 Year Old is a Irish whisky made by Bushmills Distillery (sourced). ABV: 40. Age: 12. Our expert rating is 8.5/10.
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Nose
Fresh orchard fruit, vanilla, honeyed cereal, lemon zest and a soft floral lift.
Palate
Light and clean — pear, green apple, honey, butter biscuit and a touch of toasted oak.
Finish
Medium length, gently sweet, with crisp grain and a faint citrus echo.
Expert Review
8.5/10An elegant ex-bourbon-matured Irish single malt with a noble pedigree — Knappogue Castle 12 is a benchmark of the modern category.
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