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Whiskey Review: Egan’s Legacy Reserve II Irish Whiskey

We review Egan's Legacy Reserve II Irish Whiskey, a 16 year old Irish whiskey finished in ex-French wine casks.

OVERALL RATING

8
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Tasting Notes

About:

92 proof; aged 16 years; aged in American bourbon casks and finished in banyuls casks; $220
Appearance:
Burnished copper
Nose:
Smells like apples with a strong fruity burn.
Palate:
It’s on the hot side without a touch of water. There’s a big fruity flavor with a bit of pepper heat. It’s smooth to drink even with the strong nose.
Finish:
Comments:
This reminds me of a boozy apple pie with lots of spices. It would be a great finish to any meal. If you are into great packaging and rare whiskies then this one’s for you. It would look great on any shelf and probably be the envy of all your whiskey loving friends. I think there are some other great whiskies that are far cheaper than this one but I never turn down trying something new.

Editor’s Note: This whiskey was either bought as a sample by The Whiskey Wash or provided to us as a review sample by the party behind it. Per our editorial policies, this in no way influenced the outcome of this review.

Melissa Jones

Melissa D. Jones is a traveler, blogger, photographer, storyteller, foodie, whiskey enthusiast, and creative entrepreneur. Her thirst for adventure and new experiences has led her to photograph all 50 states and 47 countries, a journey she chronicled in her travel book. When she's not exploring the globe, Melissa resides in Portland, Oregon, where she enjoys attending events, savoring whiskey, and hiking. She has sampled over 100 different whiskies, both locally and internationally.

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