Shanky's Whip Black Irish Whiskey Liqueur
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The smooth, black Irish Whiskey liqueur is based on a combination of Irish spirits and aged pot still whiskey, blended with the natural flavor of vanilla and infused with caramel. The resulting spirit is black and smooth with a rich, whippy flavor dominated by spicy Irish Whiskey notes. Distilled in Co.Cavan and blended and bottled by Shanky & Shireman under bond in Ireland, Shanky’s Whip is presented in a bespoke glass bottle with the word Ireland embossed around the top. The label,inspired by vintage matchbox artwork, features the fantastical Irish jockey, Shanky, a wild boy of racing. Always one to buck the trend, when thrown from his horse, he returned to the race track with an ostrich and cart and, of course, a whip.
First prepared by 13th century Italian monks as herbal medicines and elixirs, Liqueurs are distilled spirits that have been combined with flavoring agents. A range of herbs, spices, nuts, fruits and flowers can be used, and a sweetener such as sugar or corn syrup is often added. While typically rather sweet, some examples are herbaceous or tart and pair exceptionally well with desserts or act as a delightful addition to cocktails.