McConnell's 5 year old Sherry Cask Finish, 46%

McConnell's aims to restore distilling to Belfast one day, and this second release helps to support the cause. There's red grape, cherry, black currant, red apple, fig, aniseed, fresh mint, and herbal aromas. Though the texture on the initial sip feels light, it fills out nicely as it works up impressive sherry notes, whipping up the spices and showing off raisin, bramble, black cherry, clove, and ginger spices. (12,000bottles)Best Value