Kilbeggan
7

Kilbeggan

Blended Irish Whiskey

ABV 40%

A satisfying, finely balanced dram which again shows Cooley's decent grain to good effect.

Jim Murray

Specification

Kilbeggan

Brand

Blended Irish Whiskey

Expression

Blended

Type

No age statement

Age (Years)

40%

ABV

Republic of Ireland

Region/Country

Standard (Distillery or blended)

Bottling Type

Tasting Notes

Jim Murray

Taster

Nose: No shyness to the firm, extra-clean grain, but the malt does balance things out beautifully. The fruit has receded in recent years but there are still hints of apple and grape.

Palate: Fabulously lush, honeyed and delicately malted. The grain adds complexity.

Finish: Still lush, moderately sweet, slightly grapey. The early spices vanish and leave some oak and a grainy firmness.

Comment: A satisfying, finely balanced dram which again shows Cooley's decent grain to good effect.

Score: 7

Michael Jackson

Taster

Nose: Lemongrass. Lime.

Palate: Medium. Smooth. Sweetish, very toasty, malt character. Well-balanced.

Finish: Nice balancing dryness. Leafy.

Comment: Light but firm and satisfying. A welcome newcomer for everyday drinking.

Score: 7

7
Overall Score

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