Roe & Co Cask Strength 2019 Blended Irish Whiskey
Rich, robust, and beautifully balanced, Roe & Co Cask Strength 2019 Blended Irish Whiskey launched the brand’s now-iconic limited series with a statement of pure craftsmanship. Bottled at 59.1% ABV, this non-chill filtered blend of malt and grain whiskey matured exclusively in first-fill bourbon casks, offering luxurious notes of vanilla, honey, and spice.
As the inaugural Cask Strength Edition, it captures the essence of Roe & Co’s blending philosophy - delivering intensity, smoothness, and authenticity in every sip.
A celebration of Dublin’s whiskey renaissance, Roe & Co Cask Strength 2019 stands as a collector’s classic and a benchmark in modern Irish whiskey - powerful, polished, and perfectly balanced.
Ireland
700ml
59.10% ABV
2019The Roe & Co Cask Strength 2019 Edition marked the debut of the brand’s annual cask strength series — a bold exploration of flavour, structure, and blending artistry. Released shortly after the reopening of the Roe & Co Distillery in Dublin’s Liberties, this first edition offers whiskey lovers a glimpse inside the blender’s workshop, presented in its purest form.
Crafted with a high malt content and aged entirely in first-fill bourbon casks, it balances power and elegance — delivering smooth vanilla sweetness, toasted oak, and warm spice with natural depth and intensity. Bottled at 59.1% ABV and non-chill filtered, this inaugural release established the tone for Roe & Co’s experimental and collector-focused limited editions.
Roe & Co, reestablished in 2019 by Diageo, stands proudly in the heart of Dublin’s Liberties district — a vibrant area once known as the capital of Irish whiskey. The distillery occupies the beautifully restored former Guinness Power Station, symbolising the renewal of Dublin’s whiskey-making heritage.
The Cask Strength Series, launched with the 2019 edition, was conceived by Master Blender Caroline Martin as a way to showcase the character of Roe & Co’s core blend in its most authentic form — uncut, unfiltered, and bottled straight from the cask. It reflects the brand’s philosophy of transparency, craftsmanship, and flavour innovation.
Style: Blended Irish Whiskey (Cask Strength Limited Edition)
Region: Dublin, Ireland
Producer: Roe & Co / Diageo
Distillation: Blend of triple-distilled single malt and single grain whiskeys
Blend Composition: High malt content blend matured in first-fill bourbon casks
Maturation: Matured exclusively in first-fill American oak bourbon barrels
Cask Influence: Bourbon casks impart creamy vanilla, honey, soft spice, and toasted oak
Filtration / Proofing: Non-chill filtered; bottled at natural cask strength
Appearance: Golden amber
ABV: 59.1 %
Nose:
Aromas of creamy vanilla, honeycomb, ripe orchard fruit, and soft spice, underpinned by toasted oak and caramel.
Palate:
Rich and powerful — flavours of vanilla custard, brown sugar, and nutmeg unfold with waves of malt sweetness, oak spice, and citrus zest. A creamy mouthfeel and gentle bourbon warmth carry the palate beautifully.
Finish:
Long and warming with lingering notes of vanilla, sweet malt, and toasted oak.
Overall Character:
Rounded, robust, and silky — a perfect harmony of strength and smoothness from first-fill bourbon maturation.
Neat:
Sip neat to appreciate its natural intensity and smooth, malty sweetness.
With Water:
A splash opens up honeyed fruit, soft vanilla, and caramel layers.
On the Rocks:
Highlights creamy oak and spice while softening heat.
Cocktails:
Ideal for elevated whiskey-forward serves — try in:
Cask Strength Old Fashioned
Whiskey Sour (with orange bitters)
Irish Gold Manhattan
Food Pairings:
Vanilla cheesecake or crème caramel
Toasted pecans or dark chocolate
Caramelised pork belly or BBQ ribs
Occasions:
Collector tastings
After-dinner sipping
Special releases or whiskey flight showcases
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