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West Cork Maritime 5 year old - Sherry Cask

Profile: The West Cork Maritime 5 year old - Sherry Cask at a glance

  • Irish origin: This Irish Whiskey comes from West Cork Distillers and reflects the distinct style of a young, ambitious distillery in Ireland.
  • Sherry cask maturation: Five years of ageing in Sherry Casks shape the profile with dark fruit, gentle sweetness, and noticeable cask spice.
  • Clean and unadorned: Bottled without added coloring, it presents itself authentically and lets its natural cask-derived hue speak for itself.
  • Maritime character: The maritime branding highlights its origin and gives the whiskey a modern yet grounded presence.
  • Balanced strength: At 43% abv, it has enough presence to show character while remaining approachable and easy to enjoy.

Portrait: What makes the West Cork Maritime 5 year old - Sherry Cask special

West Cork Distillers is known for Irish whiskey with its own identity, and this bottling follows that path clearly. The Maritime 5 Year Sherry Cask combines the typically smooth, rounded style of Irish whiskey with the aromatic influence of sherry casks. The result is a whiskey that does not aim to be flashy, but instead wins with depth, clarity, and a well-balanced structure.

At its core, this expression is about balance between fruit, spice, and gentle sweetness. The sherry cask maturation adds notes of dried fruit, nuts, and oak without overpowering the spirit itself. As an original bottling, it feels honest and direct—ideal for drinkers who appreciate Irish whiskey in a defined but characterful form.

The concept also works visually and stylistically: maritime inspiration, five years of maturation, and a deliberate absence of added color. The result is a whiskey suited to relaxed sipping, but also interesting for anyone comparing sherry-influenced expressions side by side.

Tasting Notes: This is how the West Cork Maritime 5 year old - Sherry Cask tastes like

  • Nose: The nose opens with raisins, vanilla, and a hint of almonds, rounded by gentle spice.
  • Palate: On the palate, figs, caramel, and oak come together in a harmonious, slightly dry impression.
  • Finish: The finish is medium to long, leaving behind roasted nuts and a dry woody note.

Bottler: Original Bottling
Alcohol: 43%vol.
Age: 5 year old
Distillery: West Cork Distillers
Coloured: Natural Colour
Cask Type: exSherry
Volume: 0,7l
Country: Ireland
Product Type: Irish Whiskey
Product Category: Whisky
Product brand: West Cork
Responsible food business operator: West Cork Distillers, Market Street Skibbereen Co. Cork, Irland

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