Caskmates is a partnership with Irish craft brewer Franciscan Wells, where the brewers age Jameson Original in their used stout barrels. Nose: The initial aroma of freshly mown Hay is complimented by a crisp orchard fruit character, green apples & pears along with a twist of lime zest. Mild pot still spices appear, deepening from green tea to hazelnut & milk chocolate. Taste: As expected, there is the initial sweet mouth coating typical of the Irish pot still whiskey inclusion. Then the effect of the beer cask finish becomes apparent with the subtle touch of hops & cocoa beans. Some marzipan & charred oak add to the complexity. Finish: Long & sweet with milk chocolate & butterscotch.