Garavogue 20 Year Old Single Malt Irish Whiskey
Product details
| Management number | 253707945 | Release Date | 2026/10/24 | List Price | CA$70.00 | Model Number | 253707945 | ||
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A poetic expression of Irish whiskey artistry, Garavogue 20-Year-Old blends age-old depth with inventive spirit. Its layered sweetness, delicate complexity, and silky evolution make every sip feel like retracing the flowing Garavogue River itself.
Origins & Craftsmanship
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Distillery & Legacy: Crafted at Sazerac’s rebranded Hawk’s Rock Distillery (formerly Lough Gill) in County Sligo, a site steeped in literary and cultural heritage.
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Style & Maturation: Double-distilled, initially matured for at least 14 years in ex-bourbon American oak, then finished in a creative blend of French Muscat, Sauternes, Pedro Ximénez (PX) sherry, and Barbadian rum casks.
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Bottling: Non-chill-filtered, non-colored, bottled at 47% ABV (94 proof), preserving natural character and depth.
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Release: Limited inaugural release rolling out from June 2025 across the U.S., U.K., Ireland, and selected Duty-Free (700 ml).
Tasting Profile
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Nose: A vibrant, layered entrance—crème brûlée, sun-ripened stone fruit (peach/apricot), candied orange; lifting florals from Sauternes; honeysuckle and raisin whispers from Muscat and sherry.
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Palate: Bursts of orange sherbet, vanilla soft serve, and peach syrup evolve into citrus sparks—candied peel, grapefruit—soft creaminess, caramel, molasses, oak, grape must, and nutty malt tones.
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Finish: Rich and layered—white grapes and golden raisins, PX sherry sweetness, gentle coffee, malt, roast nuts, and echoes of tropical fruit. A finish that recalls refined column-distilled rums.
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Score: Honored with 93 points by VinePair, praising its elegance and multi-faceted depth.
Quick Overview
| Attribute | Details |
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| Age | 20 years total—14+ years in ex-bourbon casks and finishes in four cask varieties |
| ABV / Proof | 47% ABV (94 proof) |
| Cask Finishes | French Muscat, Sauternes, PX Sherry, Barbadian Rum |
| Style & Texture | Layered, silky, fruit-forward with floral and pastry cream dimensions |
| Bottle Design | Crescent-shaped blue-labeled bottle, echoing the movement of the Garavogue River |
| Symbolism | Named for the river that shapes Sligo—honors local culture and poetic inspiration |
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