West Cork Barrel Proof Irish Whiskey
Blended Whiskey

West Cork Barrel Proof Irish Whiskey

West Cork750 ml62% ABV

Uncut and intense Irish whiskey at its purest expression

An intense, high-proof expression that showcases the pure power of Irish malt and grain whiskey. Bottled at its natural cask strength, it delivers bold layers of deep vanilla, dark chocolate, and dried dark fruits with a long, warming finish.

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Best enjoyed

Room temperature64-70F
Nosing glassGlencairn glass
Gifting
Celebration
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Food pairings

Traditional
Slow-cooked beef brisket or heavily marbled steak
Vegetarian
Rich dark chocolate truffles with sea salt
Cheese
Aged Cheddar or mature blue cheese
Also good withSteakDark ChocolateAged Cheese

A cocktail to make with it

Barrel Proof Irish Old Fashioned

  • 2 oz West Cork Barrel Proof
  • 0.25 oz Demerara Syrup
  • 2 dashes Angostura Bitters
  • Orange peel for garnish

Stir all ingredients with ice in a mixing glass until chilled, strain into a rocks glass over a large ice cube, and express the orange peel over the glass before dropping it in.

Serve in a glencairn glass

The story behind it

The maker

Founded in 2003 by three lifelong friends—Denis McCarthy, Ger McCarthy, and John O'Connell—in Union Hall, West Cork, the brand represents a collaborative spirit of passion and resilience. Today, they operate as one of the very few independent, completely Irish-owned distilleries in the country.

How it is made

West Cork Distillers is uniquely situated in Skibbereen, the heart of West Cork, utilizing local spring water and Irish barley. The distillery is famous for its handcrafted approach, employing artisanal copper pot stills to capture a robust yet accessible flavor profile.

From West Cork, Ireland

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