McConnell’s Cognac Cask Finish is the final release in their 5-Year-Old Series, representing the most premium expression in the range. A blend of Irish malt and Irish grain whiskeys, aged for 5 years in Bourbon casks and finished in exceptional Cognac casks handpicked by Master Distiller, Graeme Millar. This rare finish in Irish whiskey brings forward rich notes of candied lemons, dried pineapples, and a lingering ginger spice.
Cognac is a French brandy crafted from distilled white wine and matured in oak barrels. Hailing from the Cognac region in southwestern France, it is celebrated for its smooth texture, rich flavours, and complex aromas.
The Cognac casks play an essential role in shaping the character of the whisky. The oak enhances the interaction between the whisky and the Cognac infused staves, resulting in a delicate and floral flavour profile.
On the nose there’s macerated orange peel, ripe banana, and vanilla. On the palate, candied lemons, icing sugar, raisins, chocolate, and dried pineapple, followed by a lingering ginger spice on the finish.
COCKTAIL SERVES
THE CRUMLIN CRUISER
- 50ml McConnell’s Irish Whisky Cognac Cask
- 30ml Cointreau (or triple sec)
- 22.5ml fresh lemon juice
- 7.5ml simple syrup (optional)
- Sugar for rim (optional)
- Lemon twist or orange peel for garnish
Shake all ingredients with ice until well chilled. Strain into a Coupe glass. Garnish with an orange peel.
FRENCH 1776
- 40ml McConnell’s Irish Whisky Cognac Cask
- 20ml fresh pineapple juice
- 10ml simple syrup
- 60ml champagne or sparkling wine
- Ice
– Dried pineapple wedge or leaf for garnish.
Shake the whisky, lemon juice, and simple syrup with ice until well chilled. Strain into a champagne flute. Top with champagne or sparkling wine. Dried pineapple wedge or leaf for garnish.
