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Connemara 12 Year Old
Connemara 12 Year Old is a highly regarded, peated single malt Irish whiskey produced by the Cooley Distillery (part of the Kilbeggan Distilling Co.). Unlike most Irish whiskeys which are unpeated and triple-distilled, Connemara 12 is double-distilled and uses heavily peated malted barley, resulting in a flavor profile often described as "Irish whiskey meets Islay Scotch".
 100% Malted Barley
 Ratings: 
Whisky Advocate: 90.00 pts 
Whiskybase: 81.23 pts 
Wine Enthusiast: 89.00 pts 
Flaviar: 70.00 pts 
The Whiskey Jug: 83.00 pts 
Part of the  Beam Suntory family of brands.
Tasting Notes
Nose: A light waft of campfire smoke and earthy peat merges with vibrant aromas of lemon zest, honeyed sweetness, and fresh orchard fruits like pear and apple
Palate: The entry is creamy and silkily smooth, balancing sweet flavors of vanilla fudge and malt with a sophisticated blend of rustic peat, subtle spice, and a hint of toasted nuts
Finish: The experience concludes with a long, satisfying fade of lingering peat smoke, charred oak, and a touch of tangy dried fruit and vanilla
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Rank: 33.4 pctl
Value: $2.40 / pctl
Shieldaig Speyside Single Malt 18 Year Old
Shieldaig Speyside Single Malt 18 Year Old is an aged Scotch whisky known primarily as a "budget" or "value" offering, produced exclusively for the retail giant Total Wine & More. It is a "mystery malt," meaning it is sourced from an undisclosed distillery in the Speyside region of Scotland and bottled under the Shieldaig brand, which is owned by Ian Macleod Distillers (formerly William Maxwell & Co.).
  No Barrel Aging
 100% Malted Barley
 Pro Ratings: 
Whiskybase: 82.75 pts 
Total Wine: 86.00 pts 
Wine Enthusiast: 92.00 pts 
Part of the  Ian Macleod Distillers family of brands.
Tasting Notes
Nose: Soft floral and herbal aromas lead into sweet layers of honey, caramel, and light citrus, with just a faint, surprising whisper of peat smoke
Palate: A smooth and light-bodied mouthfeel carries gentle flavors of crisp apple, pear, and creamy vanilla, balanced by mild oak and baking spices like cinnamon
Finish: The experience concludes with a soft, medium-length fade of lingering sweet candy, honey, and a touch of dry woody spice.
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