West Cork 12 Year Old Port Cask Finish
West Cork Distillers · West Cork Distillers
West Cork Distillers have built a reputation for cask experimentation, and this 12-year port cask finish is one of their strongest statements. It balances fruit-forward sweetness with enough spice and structure to stay interesting across multiple sips. An excellent value for aged Irish whiskey.
Nose
Dried fruit leads — think raisins and stewed plum — followed by a rich caramel backbone. Underneath there is a gentle cocoa note and soft vanilla, with floral rosewater emerging as the glass warms.
Palate
Medium-bodied and creamy. Buttery texture carries flavors of dried fruit and honey through the mid-palate, accented by clove spice. A subtle earthy undertone adds depth without heaviness.
Finish
Medium-length, with lingering dried fruit and a gentle woody dryness. The port cask influence stays present but never dominates.
- Mash Bill
- Blend of malt and grain whiskey
- Distillation
- Triple distilled
- Maturation
- Initially matured in ex-bourbon barrels, finished in port casks
- Single Pot Still
- No
- Chill-Filtered
- No
Cocktail Suggestion
Cork Sunset — 2 oz West Cork 12 Year Port Cask · 0.75 oz ruby port · 0.5 oz fresh lemon juice · 0.25 oz simple syrup · Shake with ice, strain into a rocks glass over a large cube, garnish with a lemon twist.
Food Pairing
Aged Gouda with fig compote
Founded by three friends in the coastal town of Skibbereen, West Cork Distillers has grown from a garage operation to one of Ireland's largest independent distilleries, finishing this expression in Portuguese port pipes sourced from the Douro Valley.
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