Limavady Single Barrel Irish Single Malt Whiskey, Barrel No. 0136 represents a $49.99 proposition in the evolving Irish whiskey landscape.
Nose
This whiskey is a clear, pale amber that coats the glass and slowly forms thick tears. The aroma is cereal sweetness mingled with dust. White flowers bloom beneath, charged with a freshness of mint and salt air. Lots and lots of fire on the palate, the nose did not let on. (My palate was blasted I had to come back later and add a splash of water.) Dilution reveals barley sweetness and a flush of orange. Grain character comes through strongly on the finish.
Finish
This being a single barrel whiskey, I cant judge anything but No. 0136. This one needed more time in that lone barrel. I could taste the outlines of nice structure and pleasing flavors, I hope that will develop with subsequent releases. If you find yourself with a bottle, I bet including it in a cobbler variation minor-cobbler would put it too good use, the sherry playing off the PX finish.
Verdict
Limavady Single Barrel Irish Single Malt Whiskey, Barrel No. 0136 is a modest offering that, at $49.99, serves its purpose without distinction. Those seeking depth or complexity may wish to look elsewhere in this price bracket.
