Writers Tears Marsala Cask Finish Irish Whiskey 45%

With only 375 bottles worldwide, this is one of the rarest releases from Writers Tears, refined by a finish in Sicilian marsala wine casks.

Expert Review

Writers Tears Marsala Cask Finish is an Irish Whiskey finished in Marsala wine casks, bottled at 45%.

The whiskey builds on Writers Tears' classic style and is further refined through a finish in casks that previously held Marsala, the sweet, fortified wine from Sicily. The finish adds an extra layer of sweetness and complexity to the whiskey. With only 375 bottles worldwide, this is a rare release from the brand.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Sweet wine and dried fruit, with a touch of nut.

Palate

Round and complex, with marsala sweetness and a spiced base character.

Finish

Medium, with lingering wine-driven sweetness.

Specifications

Name: Writers Tears Marsala Cask Finish
Distillery: Writers Tears
Region/Country: Ireland
Type: Irish Whiskey with Marsala wine finish
ABV: 45%
Size: 70 CL
Cask type: Marsala wine casks
Other: Only 375 bottles worldwide

Flavour Profile

Wine-driven · Sweet · Complex · Spiced · Dried fruit

Investment Potential

With only 375 bottles worldwide, this is a rare release that may hold collector interest. Whisky.dk always recommends valuing a bottle for its own enjoyment rather than as an investment object.

Did You Know?

Marsala is a fortified wine from Sicily, traditionally used in cooking but increasingly also used for finish maturation of whisky due to its characteristic sweetness and nutty tones.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Writers Tears Marsala Cask Finish

What does Writers Tears Marsala Cask Finish taste like?

It offers sweet wine and dried fruit on the nose, a round, complex palate with marsala sweetness, and a medium finish with lingering wine character.

What is Marsala?

A fortified wine from Sicily, used to finish this whiskey and adding sweetness and nutty tones.

How many bottles exist of this release?

Only 375 bottles worldwide.

Is Writers Tears Marsala Cask Finish a single malt?

No, it is an Irish Whiskey finished in Marsala wine casks.

How should Writers Tears Marsala Cask Finish be served?

At room temperature in a tulip glass, where the wine-driven, sweet notes can unfold.

Does Writers Tears Marsala Cask Finish make a good gift?

Yes, its limited stock makes it an exclusive gift for the whiskey collector.