{"product_id":"hinch-5-year-double-wood-irish-whisky-whiskey11-f27-p744","title":"Hinch 5 Year Double Wood Irish Whisky","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Hinch 5 Year Double Wood Irish Whisky is a blended Irish whiskey produced by the Hinch Distillery, located near Ballynahinch in County Down, Northern Ireland.\u003csup\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e The distillery was founded in 2019 or 2020 by Belfast-born Aaron Flaherty. The “Double Wood” name signifies its maturation process in two types of oak casks.\u003csup\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eIrish Origin: Produced by\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBlend: A blend of single malt (20%) and single grain (80%) Irish whiskeys.\u003csup\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAge Statement: Aged for a minimum of 4 years in first-fill ex-bourbon casks.\u003csup\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCask Finish: Finished for an additional year in virgin American oak casks.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eABV: 43% ABV.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eNon-Chill Filtered: While not explicitly stated on all sources, some indicate Hinch aims for minimal intervention.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eTasting Notes:\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eNose: Sweet and creamy with distinct and intense citrus fruit notes, particularly zesty lemon peel, complemented by rich vanilla cream, subtle hints of tobacco, and a light woody undertone.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePalate: Smooth and creamy with big spice and mocha notes. Creamy vanilla flavors are enhanced by warm cinnamon and oak spice, providing depth. A balanced fruit undercurrent supports the mocha’s subtle bitterness. Some also note apricot and peach.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFinish: Long and satisfying with honeyed fresh fruit flavors dominating. Notes of fresh melon and milk chocolate digestives emerge, followed by a subtle lingering spice that adds gentle warmth.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eOverall Impression:\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Hinch 5 Year Double Wood is considered a contemporary Irish whiskey that balances the smoothness of a blend with the added complexity from the virgin oak finish. The double wood maturation aims to impart a unique character with a combination of sweet, spicy, and fruity notes. It’s often described as easy to enjoy with a pleasant level of complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAwards:\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eWorld’s Best Blended Irish Whiskey: World Whiskies Awards 2024.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eGold: World Whiskies Awards 2024.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eGold: International Spirits Challenge (ISC) 2024.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSilver: London Spirits Competition 2024.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBronze: World Whiskies Awards 2023.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eJudges Selection: Alberta Beverage Awards 2023.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eGold: International Spirits Challenge (ISC) 2023.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSilver: San Francisco World Spirits Competition 2021.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBronze: International Wine \u0026amp; Spirit Competition (IWSC) 2020.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eGold: CWSA – China Wine \u0026amp; Spirits Awards 2020.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCategory Winner: World Whiskies Awards 2024 (for whiskies 12 years and under).\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Option1","offer_id":51258648920349,"sku":null,"price":13.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0990\/2797\/6477\/files\/img_016709_3fc4dff7-cd74-4a05-9dc8-5bdb269be3f0.jpg?v=1778159709","url":"https:\/\/purewinestore.com\/products\/hinch-5-year-double-wood-irish-whisky-whiskey11-f27-p744","provider":"purewinestore","version":"1.0","type":"link"}