Single Pot Still Irish Whiskey Marsala Cask Edition

Single Pot Still Irish Whiskey Marsala Cask Edition

  • Leitrim, 
  • ireland

Awards

  • 93 points Whisky Advocate, May 2025
Background

The Drumshanbo Single Pot Still Irish Whiskey is already one of the most distinctive Irish whiskeys in the world. Crafted by Head Distiller Brian Taft from a mashbill of malted Irish barley, un-malted Irish barley, and Irish Barra Oats — and aged in single-use Kentucky Bourbon and Sherry Oloroso casks — it is celebrated for its exceptional creaminess and complex layering of spice, fruit, and vanilla. In this special Marsala Cask Edition, that already exceptional whiskey is taken a step further. After its primary maturation, the spirit is transferred into casks that previously held Marsala — the celebrated Sicilian fortified wine, prized for its rich sweetness and depth of dried fruit, fig, and spice. The Marsala finishing adds a distinctly Italian character to the classic Drumshanbo profile, deepening the fruit notes and introducing a warming complexity that lingers elegantly on the palate. No color added. No chill filtration. Every drop hand-finished at The Shed Distillery in Drumshanbo — a craft-driven expression that rewards the curious palate.

PRODUCTION NOTES

The whiskey ethos at The Shed Distillery prioritises exceptional quality over quantity and all whiskey is made in small quantities and never rushed to a deadline.

Aging

The whiskey ethos at The Shed Distillery prioritizes exceptional quality over quantity and all whiskey is made in small quantities and never rushed to a deadline. Triple-distilled in copper pot stills from a mashbill of malted Irish barley, un-malted Irish barley, and Irish Barra Oats. Aged in single-use Kentucky Bourbon casks and Sherry Oloroso casks before finishing in Marsala wine casks from Sicily. No color added, non-chill filtered. Bottled under the direction of Head Distiller Brian Taft at The Shed Distillery, Drumshanbo.

Tasting Notes

Pot spice and vanilla mingle with fig, dried fruit, and the warm, sweet depth of Marsala finishing. Creamy and full-bodied, with a rich, lingering finish.

93
Points

A beautifully balanced whiskey from The Shed Distillery that’s fully matured in marsala casks. It has a fragrant and fruity nose of honey, apricots, florals, peach, dried apple ring, clove-studded oranges, and dry spices. It’s all in the mouthfeel, with honey-drizzled stone fruits, pot still spices, fresh mango, and papaya. The integration of flavors from full maturation in marsala casks is superb. This is well worth tracking down. (Release date: 12/24)

Whisky Advocate - May 2025

Sizes

700ml

technical details
  • ABV: 43%
  • Closure: Cork
winemaker

Brian Taft

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