| Rating | 92 |
| Style |
Irish Whiskey Whiskey |
| Classification | Single Malt |
| Age Statement | 5 Years |
| Produced In | Ireland |
| ABV | 46% |
| Availability | Year Round |
| Price | $100.00 |
| Reviewed By | |
| Reviewed | 2025-03-12 |
Shortcross Distiller's Duo 5 Year Old Irish Whiskey Review
This craft, proprietary blend of single malt and single pot still distillates oozes with character. (For the curious, the latter component is fermented and distilled from 66 percent malted barley and 34 percent unmalted barley.) The overall mix showcases both styles on the nose, with a cereal- and fruit-forward profile and just the right amount of oaky sweetness. The palate dials up the concentration of everything, sipping at an approachable but not underwhelming 46 percent ABV.
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