McConnell's 5 Year Old
McConnell's 5 Year Old is a Irish whisky made by Belfast Distillery Company. ABV: 42%. Age: 5 Years. Our expert rating is 7.5/10.
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Nose
Light sherry, vanilla, a gentle malty sweetness. Clean and simple, with a touch of dried fruit and a faint nuttiness. The sherry finishing adds warmth without complexity.
Palate
Smooth and sweet — toffee, vanilla, a gentle sherry richness. The blend is young and uncomplicated, with the sherry finishing providing the primary character. A touch of spice and a gentle cereal sweetness mid-palate. Easy-drinking without being memorable.
Finish
Short to medium, with sherry warmth and a clean sweetness.
Expert Review
7.5/10Another revived Belfast brand — a young, sherry-finished blend with a smooth, uncomplicated disposition.
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