Glendalough Calvados XO Cask Finish Whiskey

Appearance: Rich amber with golden highlights, reminiscent of a sun-kissed orchard. Nose: The aroma entices with a bouquet of ripe apples, honeyed sweetness, and hints of baking spices. Layers of caramelized sugar and toasted oak intermingle, while subtle floral notes dance in the background. Palate: On the palate, a symphony of flavors unfolds, showcasing the marriage of Irish whiskey and French Calvados cask influence. Crisp apple notes take center stage, accompanied by rich caramel, toffee, and a touch of vanilla. Warm baking spices, such as cinnamon and nutmeg, add depth and complexity, balanced by a velvety smooth texture. Finish: The finish is long and satisfying, leaving a lingering sweetness on the palate, reminiscent of caramelized apples and oak spice. A subtle warmth persists, inviting another sip and leaving a lasting impression of the whiskey's intricate flavors. Overall, Glendalough Calvados XO Cask Finish Whiskey is a masterpiece of craftsmanship, offering a harmonious blend of fruity sweetness, oak influence, and subtle spice. Each sip reveals new layers of complexity, making it a truly memorable tasting experience.

The Glendalough Distillery, a true Irish Craft Distillery, was set up by five friends from Wicklow and Dublin with a passion for reviving the heritage of small size distilling in Ireland. Ireland once had over 200 licensed distilleries in the 18th and 19th centuries.The Glendalough Distillery is located just south of Dublin in the Wicklow Mountains on the road to Glendalough. Billed as being “Ireland's First Craft Distillery”, The Glendalough Distillery was established in 2011 by five friends from Wicklow and Dublin.
In 2011, Kevin Keenan, Gary McLoughlin, Barry Gallagher, Brian Fagan, and Donal O'Gallachoir founded the Glendalough Irish Whiskey Company, whose managing director was Barry Gallagher. Since there is initially nothing to sell after a start-up, whiskey was obtained from the Irish Cooley Distillery.
Outlawed in 1661 but now it's back, ours is triple distilled in a traditional copper pot-still using malted barley and pure spring water and bottled at 55% for a strong, authentic taste of Ireland's original spirit.
Glendalough Double Barrel Irish Whiskey is a single grain Irish whiskey, initially matured in American bourbon barrels before enjoying a finishing period of six months in Spanish Oloroso Sherry casks. This comes bottled at 42% ABV, brought down to this strength by Wicklow mountain water.
At Glendalough Distillery we progressively-craft luxury spirits in the Wicklow Mountains, in Ireland. We hope these spirits evoke a sense of place through their depth of flavour as they are an expression of what we love about these mountains.

Size: 750 mL

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*Please note that the ABV may vary