Knappogue Castle 14 Year Old Single Malt Irish Whiskey 750mL

Knappogue Castle 14 Year Old “Twin Wood” Single Malt Irish Whiskey

Single Malt Irish Whiskey | 92 Proof (46% ABV) | 750 mL

Process & Profile

Knappogue Castle 14 Year Old “Twin Wood” is a Napa-style Irish single malt created by Irish Distillers (Pernod Ricard). It combines two cask influences—bourbon barrel and Oloroso sherry—for a harmonious hybrid. The whiskey is triple-distilled in traditional copper pot stills and aged for a full 14 years in Ireland’s temperate climate. Each batch is non-chill filtered and bottled at 92 proof, selected by expert tasters to highlight its twin cask maturation.

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Green apple, apricot, peach, and honey-soaked apricot kernels with soft vanilla and light grapefruit

• Palate: Rich dried fruit, nutty notes, vanilla custard, tropical melon, and baking spice

• Finish: Medium-long with barley grain, white pepper, toasted oak, and a lingering honey and citrus zest

What Makes It Special

• Dual maturation in bourbon and Oloroso sherry casks for layered complexity

• Aged to 14 years to deepen flavors while maintaining smooth Irish malt character

• Non-chill filtered to preserve texture and nuance at 92 proof

• Limited edition with curated cask selection

• Excellent value relative to age and twin cask craftsmanship

How to Enjoy

Best sipped neat or gently rested with a drop of water to open the flavors. Works beautifully in a neat pour at room temperature, or with desserts like fruit tarts or almond biscotti. Also makes a refined base for a Savory Penicillin-style cocktail with honey and ginger.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What does “Twin Wood” mean?
It refers to its combined aging in bourbon and Oloroso sherry barrels.

2. Is it age-stated?
Yes—it’s matured for 14 years.

3. What proof is it?
Bottled at 92 proof (46% ABV).

4. Is it chill-filtered?
No—it’s bottled non-chill filtered to maintain body and flavor.

5. How does it compare to the 12-year?
It has greater depth and richness thanks to the additional two years and sherry influence.