Kinahan's has introduced The Kasc Project, which aims to delve into the unknown regarding whiskey making, using hybrid casks (kascs?). Each cask has been constructed from five different types of wood, including Portuguese, American, French and Hungarian oak, as well as chestnut. The result is a complex blend marrying all different types of cask. Innovative stuff from Ireland.
Juicy autumnal fruit, namely plum, alongside pear and apple crumble. Sweeter aromas of rich caramel and pineapple peek through, supported by a spicy undertone.
Somewhat syrups, with prominent charred oak, barbecued mango and more caramelised tropical fruit with a scattering of vanilla pod. Creamy fruit and nut chocolate drizzled with runny caramel.
Aromatic, Christmassy notes of nutmeg and clove, orange oil and brown sugar, with caramelised pineapple.
I'm no connoisseur but this is great. Not just for the price. It's really good.
The Mrs excelled herself this Valentines Day and got me a bottle of Kasc! It was like a great first kiss, something different but intriguing and left me wanting more. A nice variety of complex flavours going on from the different woods they use. Great value too - I'm sold!
Just got a bottle as a Xmas present. Absolutely delicious. Not unlike a sweet and complex bourbon. The oaks really come through but not in a woody way.
What an unusual, but fantastic whiskey.
Don't usually write reviews but I'm going back in for another bottle so just had to leave 5 stars. Really tasty selection of wood flavours to taste right from the off with this dram and never had chestnut before, really interesting to have in the mix.
