Hinch 5 Year Old Double Wood Irish Whiskey 70 cl 43%

Hinch 5 Year Old Double Wood is a blended Irish whiskey where bourbon-cask matured whiskey gets an extra finish in virgin American oak casks for at least a year.

Expert Review

Hinch 5 Year Old Double Wood Irish Whiskey is a Blended Irish Whiskey, bottled at 43%.

The whiskey is made by selecting the best bourbon-cask matured whiskey and then finishing it in virgin American oak casks for at least another year. All the whiskeys are triple distilled, and the blend is an 80/20 mix of grain whiskey and malt whiskey. The whiskey is creamy and soft with oaky nuances of cinnamon, vanilla and exotic spices.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Sweet, creamy, lemon peel, vanilla and tobacco.

Palate

Cream, vanilla, apricot, peach, cinnamon, oak and pepper.

Finish

Long, with honey, fruit, melon and milk chocolate.

Specifications

Name: Hinch 5 Year Old Double Wood Irish Whiskey
Distillery: Hinch
Region/Country: Ireland
Type: Blended Irish Whiskey
Age: 5 years
ABV: 43%
Size: 70 CL
Colour: Mahogany with golden highlights

Flavour Profile

Creamy · Vanilla · Cinnamon · Fruity · Soft

Did You Know?

Hinch uses virgin American oak casks for the double wood finish, giving the whiskey its signature spiced and creamy style.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Hinch 5 Year Old Double Wood

What does Hinch 5 Year Old Double Wood taste like?

It is creamy and soft with notes of vanilla, cinnamon, apricot and peach.

What does "Double Wood" mean?

The whiskey first matures in bourbon casks and is then finished in virgin American oak casks.

How old is the whiskey?

It is 5 years old.

What blend does the whiskey consist of?

An 80/20 mix of grain whiskey and malt whiskey.

How many times is it distilled?

It is triple distilled.

How is it best enjoyed?

It is best enjoyed neat or in a highball to highlight the creamy notes.