Glendalough 7 Year Single Malt Mizunara Cask at 46% ABV, SRP: $99 — at $99.99. The liquid is a clear, golden amber, the question is whether it delivers on its promise. I sat down with a pour to find out.
Nose
The liquid is a clear, golden amber. The sweetness of the raisins and orange from the nose continues to the palate, but is balanced by dark chocolate, cinnamon, and damp earth. The whiskey has a creamy, oily feel that coats the mouth. The spicy, lingering finish evokes black pepper and cinnamon.
Palate
Notes of honey open up to sweet dates and raisins and followed by orange. Light spice and vanilla play throughout. Glendaloughs 7 Year Single Malt Mizunara Cask shows how barrel wood choice can impact the flavor of a whiskey. It is complex, heady, and keeps unfolding the longer you drink it. The sweetness of the notes of raisin and orange were balanced by the bitterness of dark chocolate and spice. Although not a cheap whiskey, I think it is worth the price tag.
Finish
Editor’s Note: This whiskey was either bought as a sample by Whiskeyful or provided to us as a review sample by the party behind it. Per our editorial policies, this in no way influenced the outcome of this review.
The Bottom Line
Glendalough 7 Year Single Malt Mizunara Cask delivers the goods. It is well-made, genuinely enjoyable, and at $99.99. The liquid is a clear, golden amber represents solid value for what you are getting. I would happily buy this again.
