Shanky’s Whip Black Irish Whiskey Liqueur

Product Description

Shanky's Whip: The World's First Black Irish Whiskey Blend

Shanky's Whip is a one-of-a-kind spirit from County Cavan, Ireland, launched in 2021 by Shanky and Shireman under the slogan "always one to buck the trend." The story goes that Shanky wasn't a fan of the sharp burn of a typical whiskey liqueur, nor the heavy cream texture of alternatives like Irish cream liqueurs, but he did enjoy stout. That combination of preferences led to Shanky's Whip: a genuinely distinctive black Irish whiskey liqueur unlike anything else on the shelf.

How Shanky's Whip Is Made

This liqueur blends Irish pot still whiskey and Irish neutral spirit with the natural flavors of vanilla, caramel, and cream, distilled, blended, and bottled entirely in Ireland. That combination produces a liqueur that's black and smooth, with a rich, whippy texture dominated by spicy Irish whiskey notes underneath the sweetness. It's bottled at 33% ABV.

Tasting Notes

Nose: Toffee, butter, cream, vanilla, and sweet spices.

Palate: The same toffee, cream, and vanilla character echoed throughout, layered with warm spice and a spirited whiskey backbone.

Finish: Smooth and lingering, with a gentle sweetness balanced by whiskey warmth.

Food Pairings

Shanky's Whip's toffee and vanilla character pairs beautifully with a warm bread pudding, a chocolate stout cake, or a simple scoop of vanilla ice cream. Its buttery spice notes also complement shortbread cookies or an Irish soda bread.

Serving Suggestions

Shanky's Whip is built to be versatile: pour it over ice, mix it with cola for what the brand calls "The Long and Short of It," stir it into hot coffee with a bit of brown sugar, or shake it with vodka and espresso for a twist on an espresso martini. It also holds its own poured straight over vanilla ice cream for an easy dessert.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Shanky's Whip made from? A blend of Irish pot still whiskey, Irish neutral spirit, and natural vanilla, caramel, and cream flavors.

What proof is Shanky's Whip? 33% ABV (66 proof).

Where is Shanky's Whip made? Distilled, blended, and bottled in County Cavan, Ireland.

How should I drink it? Neat, over ice, mixed with cola, in coffee, or shaken into cocktails like an espresso martini.

Explore More

Looking for more from this distinctive Irish liqueur brand? Shop the full Shanky's collection for gift sets and mug packs, or browse our complete Irish Whiskey collection for more single malt and blended options.

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