Carpathian Single Malt Ruby Port Cask Finish - Whisky Review

Time for another dram!

A Romanian Single Malt Whisky, part of Carpathian's Spanish and Portuguese Wine Cask Collection

A bit about

The Ruby Port Cask Finish is part of the Spanish and Portuguese Wine Cask Collection, along with Oloroso, Tawny Port, Madeira, Amontillado, Fino, Palo Cortado, Moscatel and Pedro Ximenez Cask Finish.

After trying and thoroughly enjoying the Pedro Ximenez Cask Finish, I just had to try another one from the same Collection.

The Ruby Port Cask Finish was matured initially in ex-Kentucky bourbon barrels, then in ex-Ruby Port Casks. It has 46% ABV, is non-chill-filtered and has a delightful (natural) light copper colour.

Time to try it

Nose: Sweet, with a lot of dried fruit (raisins, plums), a hint of rhubarb and vanilla

Palate: Deliciously sweet, lightly spicy, warm

Finish: Medium, warming and sweet (caramel) with a bit of dryness towards the end

Pros and Cons

The Ruby Port cask finish makes a big impact, and I'm honestly loving it. This is a pretty full-bodied whisky, with a lot of fruity aromas beautifully balanced with an enjoyable sweetness.

As with the PX Finish, I much prefer this one neat, but it's still highly delicious if you opt for a few drops of water or an ice cube (or two)

So far, I've only attempted an Old Fashioned cocktail with this whisky, and it was delightful.

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In Conclusion

For me, the Carpathian Single Malt Ruby Port Cask Finish is a flavourful whisky with much to offer and well worth a try.

Priced around £60 on most UK websites, if you want to give this whisky a try, you can find it by clicking/tapping here.

As always, please drink responsibly.

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