Review: Knappogue Castle 1994 Master Distiller’s Private Selection Irish Whiskey
We were lucky enough to land one of just 1,100 bottles of Knappogue Castle's 1994 Master Distiller's Private Selection Irish whiskey, a single malt Irish -- hand numbered and signed by the son of the distillery's founder, Mark Anders III.
Aged 16 years, it's hard to imagine this whiskey spent that much time in cask. Very light in body, it's a pale straw color with just a minimal hint of wood on the nose. Shockingly, the biggest flavor component here is apple -- fresh apples, with a touch of banana and bubble gum, both traditional notes for Irish whiskeys.
The finish is light and moderately sweet, with a cane sugar character. Altogether it's a classic Irish in keeping with Knappogue's house style, and one that's well worth seeking out if you can find it. 80 proof.
A- / $99 / knappoguewhiskey.com
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