Hinch 5 Year Old Double Wood

Hinch 5 Year Old Double Wood is a modern Irish whiskey that combines traditional maturation with layered cask influence. Initially aged in American oak ex‑bourbon barrels before being finished in virgin oak casks, this double‑wood maturation brings added depth, sweetness, and spice while retaining the smooth, approachable style Irish whiskey is known for. Aged for five years, it is a well‑balanced and versatile expression that showcases Hinch Distillery’s contemporary approach to Irish whiskey making.

Tasting Notes

Nose
Fresh and inviting, with aromas of vanilla, honey, and toasted oak. Notes of caramel, green apple, and gentle baking spice emerge beneath the sweetness.

Palate
Smooth and rounded. Creamy vanilla and toffee lead, followed by orchard fruits and soft malt. The virgin oak influence adds warming spice—clove, cinnamon, and light pepper—without overpowering the balance.

Finish
Medium length and clean, with lingering vanilla sweetness, gentle oak spice, and a soft, warming fade.