Killowen Barántúil Cask KD211 Single Pot Still Irish Whiskey 097
Powerful, indulgent, and fiercely authentic, Killowen Barántúil Cask KD211 is a cask-strength single pot still whiskey that embodies the spirit of true Irish craftsmanship. Distilled in tiny batches and aged in a Pedro Ximénez sherry cask, it bursts with dried fruit, caramel, oak spice, and sherry richness, all bottled at a potent 61.3% ABV.
As with every Barántúil release, this whiskey is non-chill filtered, natural in colour, and proudly unaltered - a pure reflection of Killowen’s passion for flavour and transparency.
A whiskey for connoisseurs and collectors alike, KD211 stands as a perfect expression of the distillery’s motto: “Integrity in every drop - nothing added, nothing taken away.”
Ireland
3
500ml
61.30% ABVOpulent, intense, and unapologetically bold, Killowen Barántúil Cask KD211 continues the distillery’s acclaimed Barántúil (“Authenticity”) Series — small-batch, single-cask releases that showcase the raw, unfiltered essence of Killowen’s spirit.
This 3-year-old single pot still expression was aged exclusively in a Pedro Ximénez sherry cask, a maturation that imparts luxurious notes of dark fruit, molasses, and warm oak spice. Bottled at 61.3% ABV, it captures the distillery’s passion for transparency, heritage, and high-impact flavour.
Nestled in the Mourne Mountains of County Down, Killowen Distillery is Ireland’s smallest craft producer, founded by Brendan Carty and celebrated for its revival of authentic, old-world distilling practices.
Everything at Killowen is done by hand — from small-batch distillation over direct fire to worm-tub condensation and traditional mixed mash fermentation. The Barántúil series (“Barántúil” meaning authentic in Irish) is Killowen’s signature statement: each cask released at natural strength, with no filtration, no colouring, and no compromise.
Cask KD211 embodies this ethos perfectly — a marriage of youthful vibrancy and deep sherry richness, proving that authenticity and power can coexist beautifully.
Style: Single Pot Still / Mixed Mash Irish Whiskey (Cask Strength)
Region: County Down, Northern Ireland
Producer: Killowen Distillery
Distillation: Double-distilled in traditional copper pot stills using direct fire and worm-tub condensers
Mash Bill: Historically inspired mixed mash — malted and unmalted barley with oats, rye, and wheat
Maturation: 3 years in a PX (Pedro Ximénez) sherry cask
Cask Influence: Rich and decadent PX sherry cask adds layers of dried fruit, raisin, toffee, and spice
Filtration / Proofing: Non-chill filtered, natural colour, bottled at cask strength
Appearance: Deep mahogany amber
ABV: 61.3 %
Nose:
Dark chocolate, raisin, and molasses lead with bursts of fig, caramel, and toasted nut. Hints of coffee, oak spice, and dried citrus linger beneath.
Palate:
Full-bodied and commanding — PX sweetness dominates with rich layers of date, plum, brown sugar, and malted grain. Warming spice, oak tannin, and a touch of smoke add complexity.
Finish:
Long, warming, and mouth-coating — dried fruit and treacle give way to oak spice and a subtle nuttiness.
Overall Character:
Deep, sherried, and full of energy — a bold single pot still whiskey defined by richness and youthful intensity.
Neat:
Enjoy neat to appreciate the full PX sherry influence and raw pot still texture.
With Water:
A few drops unlock chocolate, nut, and orange peel notes while softening the alcohol heat.
On the Rocks:
Brings balance to the sweetness and enhances caramel and spice.
Cocktails:
A robust choice for bold whiskey cocktails such as:
PX Old Fashioned
Smoked Manhattan
Sherry Barrel Sour
Food Pairings:
Dark chocolate desserts or sticky toffee pudding
Blue cheese or aged Gouda
Spiced nuts or Christmas cake
Occasions:
After-dinner whiskey
Collector and cask-strength tasting flights
Limited-edition showcases and sherry whiskey pairings
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