Shanky's Whip

A jet-black liqueur with a leaping hare on the label sounds like a gimmick - until it hits your tongue. Shanky's Whip blends Irish whiskey with vanilla, caramel and a hint of liquorice into something equal parts cheeky and delicious.

Shanky's Whip Gift Set Irish Liqueur with 4 Shot Glasses 70 cl 33%

Item no.: 2222786555577831-6

The dark Irish liqueur comes here with four matching shot glasses for sharing the experience.
Expert description
Shanky's Whip Gift Pack with 4 Shot Glasses Irish Liqueur includes a bottle of the house's dairy-free whiskey liqueur together with four shot glasses, well suited for enjoying the liqueur with friends, bottled at 33%. Shanky's Whip was launched in 2021 by Shanky & Shireman, a company formed by Biggar & Leith, and is distilled, blended and bottled in Bailieborough, County Cavan, Ireland. The liqueur combines Irish pot still whiskey with natural vanilla and caramel flavours in a dairy-free recipe, and is named after the fictional character Shanky, known in the brand's storytelling for his love of horse racing and good whiskey.
Tasting notes
Nose
The nose is sweet with caramel, vanilla and a hint of whiskey.
Palate
The palate offers caramel, vanilla and a deep, dark sweetness.
Finish
The finish is medium to long, sweet and lightly whiskey-driven.
Specifications
Name: Shanky's Whip Gavepakke med 4 shotglas Irish Likør
Region/Country: Bailieborough, Cavan, Ireland
Type: Whiskey Liqueur Gift Set
ABV: 33%
Size: 70 CL
Flavour profile
Sweet · Caramel · Dark · Vanilla-forward
37,50

1pcs.
32,50EUR
Shanky's Whip Irish Liqueur 70 cl 33%

Item no.: 222831-55

A dark, dairy-free Irish liqueur named after a fictional racing enthusiast.
Expert description
Shanky's Whip Irish Liqueur combines Irish pot still whiskey with vanilla and caramel in a dairy-free recipe, bottled at 33%. Shanky's Whip was launched in 2021 by Shanky & Shireman, a company formed by Biggar & Leith, and is distilled, blended and bottled in Bailieborough, County Cavan, Ireland. The liqueur combines Irish pot still whiskey with natural vanilla and caramel flavours in a dairy-free recipe, and is named after the fictional character Shanky, known in the brand's storytelling for his love of horse racing and good whiskey.
Tasting notes
Nose
The nose is sweet with caramel, vanilla and a hint of whiskey.
Palate
The palate offers caramel, vanilla and a deep, dark sweetness.
Finish
The finish is medium to long, sweet and lightly whiskey-driven.
Specifications
Name: Shanky's Whip Irish Likør
Region/Country: Bailieborough, Cavan, Ireland
Type: Whiskey Liqueur
ABV: 33%
Size: 70 CL
Flavour profile
Sweet · Caramel · Dark · Vanilla-forward
33,50

1pcs.
29,00EUR

About Shankys Whip

Shanky's Whip is an Irish liqueur that combines Irish whiskey with herbs and spices in a distinctly dark style. With its characteristic black colour, creamy texture and flavour profile of vanilla, cream and toffee caramel, it stands out clearly from the lighter, more neutral whiskey liqueurs on the market. At 33% ABV it's stronger than most cream liqueurs, making it a natural choice in Irish Coffee, cocktails or neat over ice for anyone wanting something with more character than the classic Baileys style.

History & background

Shanky's Whip is an Irish liqueur that blends whiskey with a secret composition of herbs, a style that draws on Ireland's long tradition of spiced, whiskey-based liqueurs. The name and label, decorated with a leaping hare, take their inspiration from Irish folklore, where the hare often appears as a mythical and slightly mischievous creature. The liqueur is relatively new to the market compared with classics like Baileys, but positions itself deliberately as a darker, spicier alternative.

Production & style

The liqueur is made by blending Irish whiskey with a blend of herbs and natural flavours, often with a touch of liquorice.

Signature style

Spicy, Liquorice, Full-Bodied
The flavour is full-bodied and spicy, with a distinct liquorice edge.

Facts

Producer	Shanky's Whip
Country	Ireland
Founded	2015
Pronounced	SHANG-keez Whip
Region	County Cavan
Owner	Biggar & Leith (Elwyn Gladstone & Mark Teasdale)
Official website	shankyswhip.com

Did you know?

The hare on the Shanky's Whip label refers to Irish folklore, where the hare was often seen as a witch's familiar or a transformed fairy, bringing both luck and misfortune.

If you like Shankys Whip, you should also try:

Baileys Cream, Merrys Cream and Writers Tears.

Shanky's Whip

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