Roe & Co 13-Year Cask Strength (2020 Edition)
Limited, powerful, and beautifully crafted, Roe & Co 13-Year-Old Cask Strength (2020 Edition) is the inaugural single malt release from Dublin’s revitalised Roe & Co Distillery. Matured entirely in Port casks and bottled at natural cask strength (58% ABV), it delivers an intense, fruit-driven profile brimming with red berries, spice, and oak warmth.
As part of Roe & Co’s acclaimed Cask Strength Series, this expression captures the distillery’s modern vision of Irish whiskey - bridging old-world craftsmanship with contemporary boldness.
Non-chill filtered and produced in limited quantities, Roe & Co 13-Year Cask Strength stands as a landmark release for the new Dublin distilling era - rich, vibrant, and unapologetically full of character.
Ireland
13 Years
700ml
58% ABV
2020Vibrant, full-bodied, and intensely flavourful, Roe & Co 13-Year-Old Cask Strength (2020 Edition) represents a bold exploration of cask influence and single malt character. Released as part of the distillery’s annual Cask Strength series, this edition marks Roe & Co’s first-ever single malt whiskey, matured entirely in Port casks for 13 years.
Bottled at a natural 58% ABV and non-chill filtered, it delivers layers of rich fruit, oak spice, and vivid intensity — a whiskey designed to showcase the depth of Ireland’s modern distilling revival.
Revived by Diageo in 2019, Roe & Co Distillery stands in Dublin’s historic Liberties district, just steps from where the original George Roe & Co distillery once produced whiskey in the 19th century. The brand embodies Dublin’s dual legacy of heritage and innovation — honouring the past while embracing modern whiskey-making creativity.
Led by Master Blender Caroline Martin, the Cask Strength Series serves as an experimental showcase for the brand’s evolving identity. Each release explores a unique cask finish, with the 2020 edition’s Port cask maturation highlighting the harmony between rich fruit sweetness and classic Irish malt smoothness.
Style: Single Malt Irish Whiskey (Cask Strength Edition)
Region: Dublin / Ireland
Producer: Roe & Co / Diageo
Distillation: Triple distilled (classic Irish single malt method)
Blend Composition: 13-year single malt matured wholly in port casks
Maturation: 13 years in port casks
Cask Influence: Port casks impart red fruit, berry tones, dried citrus, and gentle tannins
Filtration / Proofing: Non-chill filtered; bottled at natural cask strength
Appearance: Rich amber / deep copper
ABV: 58 %
Nose:
Bright and fruit-forward — aromas of cherry compote, strawberry jam, and ripe plum, supported by orange peel, toasted oak, and hints of spice.
Palate:
Full-bodied and expressive — bursts of red berries, blood orange, and raspberry coulis evolve into deeper notes of dark chocolate, clove, and nutmeg. Port cask sweetness is balanced by dry oak tannins and warming spice.
Finish:
Long and warming — lingering notes of spiced red fruit, toasted wood, and a touch of pepper and citrus zest.
Overall Character:
Vibrant, luxurious, and powerful — a richly fruited Irish single malt that celebrates Port cask maturity at its finest.
Neat:
Best enjoyed neat to appreciate its natural strength, structure, and layered red-fruit sweetness.
With Water:
A few drops reveal delicate floral and berry notes while softening the spice and oak.
On the Rocks:
Adds gentle chill and accentuates the Port cask’s sweetness.
Cocktails:
Ideal for premium, spirit-forward creations — try in:
Port Cask Old Fashioned
Irish Boulevardier
Cask Strength Sour
Food Pairings:
Dark chocolate and raspberry desserts
Aged cheddar or blue cheese
Game meats or grilled lamb with berry jus
Occasions:
Collector tastings
After-dinner whiskey flights
Seasonal or limited-edition showcases
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