Knappogue Castle, a brand of Castle Brands Inc., launched a 12 Year Old Single Malt Irish Whiskey, the first of its new Cask Finish Series. The whiskey is matured in bourbon barrels for a minimum of 12 years, then further aged in casks from the Bordeaux winery, the company says. Knappogue Castle Irish Whiskey is made from malted barley, distilled in copper pot stills and bottled at 46 percent alcohol by volume. The whiskey is available for a limited-time in select markets for a suggested retail price of $80.

Castle Brands Inc., New York

Telephone: 800/882-8140

Internet: www.knappoguewhiskey.com

Distribution: Select markets