Why Irish whiskey loves sweet and fortified wine casks

Why Irish whiskey loves sweet and fortified wine casks

Barrels used to age Marsala, Madeira and Sauternes have a special affinity with triple-distilled Irish whiskeys, thanks to a combination of history and distilling. This St Patrick’s Day, explore the sweeter side of drams from the Emerald Isle, with six great bottles to try.

Published by www.decanter.com at 2026-03-13