Glendalough Calvados XO Single Cask

Nose - Light apple notes, oaky simple syrup, light hint of ethanol Taste - Much sweeter on the initial palate than the nose would suggest, caramel apple candies, sharp sweetness, almost splenda-like, apple jolly ranchers, slightly bitter like apple seeds/stems Finish - Light tingle, lingering sweetness, similar to sugar-free apple candies, simple syrup Score - 69/100 Final Thoughts - This one had a farily boring nose, not much there, faint hints of apple mixed in with the typical nose I get from younger triple distilled grain whiskies (like basic Jameson). On the palate it was much more flavor intensive with a good creamy mouthfeel, but quite sweet. Sadly this sweetness was a very artificial sweetener-like sweetness with quite a bit of bitterness that was a little distracting. I think this might be delegated to making cocktails where it shares the role with either an apple brandy or other Calvados as it's not that great neat. Would I drink it if offered? - Yes Would I specifically order it? - No Would I buy a bottle? - No

En ymmärrä miten kaikki erikoisversiot näiltä on vaan niin paljon perus kamaa huonompia. Todella vetinen alku ja loppu oli pelkkää poltetta, jos jotain positiivista pitää löytää niin lopussa mukavan makea maku poltteen kaverina.

Smooth, slightly sweet. A little vanilla from bourbon barrels, a little fruit and tannin from oak.

Calvados permeates and lingers in the finish. A little heat for 42%.

Mild