The aroma is intensely sweet, with prominent chocolate frosting notes that are also very apparent on the palate. There's a mineral and medicinal quality present that lowers the score for me. If you're seeking something exceptionally sweet, perhaps a unique option for crafting a cocktail, then this is it.
Shanky's Whip
3.65 Decent
Liqueur Other Liqueur Ireland No age statement 33% ABV
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This Irish liqueur blends the tastes of Irish whiskey spirit and black stout, creating a Black Irish Whiskey liqueur, with the addition of vanilla cream. It has an alcohol content of 33% ABV.
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Tastes like artificial vanilla schnapps – if you have encountered a bottle of imitation vanilla flavoring, this is precisely what it resembles, in the worst possible manner. It's also the sweetest item I've ever encountered. It makes Fireball seem sophisticated. It's terrible in every respect.
Carries an aroma reminiscent of coffee, which is very good. Smooth caramel and vanilla flavor. A wonderful sweetness and flavor. Mixes well with hot chocolate, coke, and perhaps an orange creamsicle.
A wonderfully sweet, dessert-like whiskey. At 33% alcohol, it would be excellent in coffee, over ice cream, or enjoyed on its own as a treat.
A very pronounced vanilla with a subtle layer of caramel beneath the aroma. It goes down extremely smoothly at 33% ABV.
Good flavor. It definitely has a Kahlua-like character. I could certainly see myself adding this to coffee.
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