McConnell's 5 Year Irish Whisky

The McConnell's 5 Year Irish Whisky is a blended Irish whisky that marks the revival of a historic Belfast brand dating back to 1776. After disappearing in the 1930s due to Prohibition and other factors, the McConnell's name was resurrected, with this 5-year-old expression being a key part of its comeback. The whisky is a blend of Irish malt and grain whiskies, aged for a minimum of five years in select ex-bourbon casks.   

Key Features:

• Irish Origin: Produced in Ireland and bottled by the Belfast Distillery Company. The initial distillate is sourced from the Great Northern Distillery while the Belfast Distillery matures its own spirit.   
• Blend: A blend of single malt and single grain Irish whiskies.
• Age Statement: Aged for a minimum of 5 years.   
• Cask Maturation: Matured in first-fill ex-bourbon barrels.
• ABV: Typically bottled at 42% or 43% ABV.   
• Non-Chill Filtered: While not always explicitly stated, some sources suggest minimal intervention.   

Tasting Notes:

• Nose: Often described as having bright citrus notes, peppered spice, and vanilla undertones. Some detect honey, floral hints, cedar, and sweet spice.   
• Palate: Smooth and approachable with flavors of earthy fruits, butterscotch, and vanilla sweetness from the bourbon casks. White pepper and a gentle oak woodiness are also common descriptors. Some find notes of golden raisin, red apple, and a touch of tropical fruit.   
• Finish: Generally sweet and spicy with lingering oak and ripe fruit notes. Some describe a clean and refreshing finish with a light, lingering sweetness and a subtle warmth.   

Overall Impression:

McConnell's 5 Year Old Irish Whisky is generally considered a smooth, well-balanced, and approachable blend that offers good value. The ex-bourbon cask maturation contributes classic vanilla and sweet notes, with a touch of spice and fruit. It's seen as a versatile whisky suitable for sipping neat, on the rocks, or in cocktails.   

Awards:

• Master: The Spirits Business Irish Whiskey Masters 2024 (Blended - Premium).
• Gold Medal: London Spirits Competition 2023.   
• Gold Medal: San Francisco World Spirits Competition.   
• Gold Medal: Warsaw Spirits Competition

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