West Cork 5 Year Old Black Cask Irish Whiskey | 700ML

A bold and expressive 5-year-old from West Cork, finished in deeply charred “black” casks to enhance richness and complexity. This whiskey blends smooth, approachable Irish character with intensified oak and subtle spice, offering a distinctive profile within the distillery’s portfolio.

West Cork 5 Year Old Black Cask Irish Whiskey | 700ML Tasting Notes

Nose: Rich vanilla and caramel, toasted oak, honeyed malt, dark chocolate, and a touch of spice.

Palate: Full and rounded, showing creamy malt sweetness, ripe orchard fruits, toasted oak, dark chocolate, and gentle peppery warmth.

Finish: Medium to long, with lingering oak, soft spice, and subtle dark fruit notes.

Distillery Information

West Cork Distillery, established in 2003 in Skibbereen, County Cork, is one of Ireland’s modern, independent craft whiskey producers. The distillery is known for its small-batch approach, combining traditional pot still and column distillation techniques with careful maturation strategies to highlight both malt and grain characteristics. West Cork places strong emphasis on quality cask management and innovation, experimenting with finishes such as port, sherry, and charred oak, while maintaining the smooth, approachable style typical of Irish whiskey. Today, the distillery is recognized for its artisanal craftsmanship, flexibility in cask experimentation, and commitment to producing balanced, flavorful expressions that respect Ireland’s whiskey heritage.

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