Knappogue Castle 12 Year Cognac Cask Single Malt Irish Whiskey 750mL

Knappogue Castle 12 Year Cognac Cask Single Malt Irish Whiskey

Single Malt Irish Whiskey | 46% ABV | 92 Proof | 750mL | Ireland | 12 Years Old | Cognac Cask Finish | Non-Chill Filtered | Limited to 1,500 Bottles

Process & Profile

Knappogue Castle 12 Year Cognac Cask Single Malt Irish Whiskey is a limited release from the brand’s Cask Finish Series. This triple-distilled Irish single malt is initially matured for at least 12 years in ex-bourbon barrels before receiving additional maturation in carefully selected Cognac casks.

Bottled at 46% ABV and non-chill filtered, the whiskey retains a full texture and concentrated flavor profile. The Cognac cask finish complements Knappogue Castle’s characteristic orchard fruit and honeyed malt with layers of dried fruit, vanilla, toasted nuts, and warming spice.

Only 1,500 bottles were produced, making this a distinctive choice for collectors and Irish whiskey enthusiasts interested in limited cask-finished releases.

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Ripe apple, pear, honey, vanilla, dried apricot, and gentle toasted oak.

• Palate: Orchard fruit, golden raisins, caramel, shortbread, vanilla, and roasted nuts with touches of orange and baking spice.

• Finish: Medium to long with lingering dried fruit, honey, oak, nutmeg, and soft pepper.

What Makes It Special

• A limited-edition release from the Knappogue Castle Cask Finish Series.

• Matured for a minimum of 12 years in ex-bourbon barrels.

• Finished in Cognac casks for additional fruit, spice, and oak complexity.

• Triple distilled for a balanced and refined Irish single malt profile.

• Bottled at 46% ABV (92 proof) and presented non-chill filtered.

• Limited production of only 1,500 bottles.

How to Enjoy

Knappogue Castle 12 Year Cognac Cask Single Malt Irish Whiskey is best explored neat in a tulip-shaped whiskey glass. Allowing it to rest briefly after pouring helps open its orchard fruit, honey, vanilla, and Cognac-influenced dried-fruit notes.

A few drops of water can soften the oak and bring forward additional caramel, citrus, and baking spice. It also pairs well with toasted almonds, aged cheese, apricot tart, or lightly sweetened shortbread.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is Knappogue Castle 12 Year Cognac Cask Single Malt Irish Whiskey?
   Knappogue Castle 12 Year Cognac Cask Single Malt Irish Whiskey is a triple-distilled Irish single malt aged for at least 12 years in ex-bourbon barrels and subsequently finished in Cognac casks.

2. How is Knappogue Castle 12 Year Cognac Cask Single Malt Irish Whiskey matured?
   Knappogue Castle 12 Year Cognac Cask Single Malt Irish Whiskey spends a minimum of 12 years maturing in ex-bourbon barrels before receiving additional maturation in Cognac casks.

3. What proof is Knappogue Castle 12 Year Cognac Cask Single Malt Irish Whiskey?
   Knappogue Castle 12 Year Cognac Cask Single Malt Irish Whiskey is bottled at 92 proof, or 46% alcohol by volume.

4. What does Knappogue Castle 12 Year Cognac Cask Single Malt Irish Whiskey taste like?
   Knappogue Castle 12 Year Cognac Cask Single Malt Irish Whiskey offers notes of apple, pear, honey, vanilla, dried apricot, caramel, toasted nuts, oak, and warming baking spice.

5. Where can I buy Knappogue Castle 12 Year Cognac Cask Single Malt Irish Whiskey?
   Knappogue Castle 12 Year Cognac Cask Single Malt Irish Whiskey 750mL is available directly from The Barrel Tap, a trusted online source for limited-edition Irish whiskey and cask-finished single malt releases.