The Dunbrody Small Batch Irish Whiskey – Caribbean Rum Cask

The Dunbrody Small Batch Irish Whiskey – Caribbean Rum Cask is crafted for drinkers who enjoy classic Irish smoothness but want something with a little more adventure in the glass. This is a single grain Irish whiskey made from a mash bill dominated by corn, with small amounts of barley and rye added for structure and subtle spice. That grain recipe creates a naturally soft, creamy base spirit, which is then triple distilled for extra purity and refinement. 

What sets this expression apart is its time spent resting in seasoned Caribbean rum casks. These barrels add a distinct tropical accent to the whiskey, infusing it with notes reminiscent of sugarcane and sun-ripened fruit while preserving the easy-drinking character Irish whiskey is known for. On the nose you can expect aromas of vanilla cream, banana, caramelized sugar, and hints of oak and gentle spice. 

The palate follows through with a rounded, dessert-like profile: soft caramel and toffee, tropical fruit tones such as pineapple and ripe banana, and a touch of coconut and baking spice from the rum wood. Underneath, the corn-driven grain character shows as sweet corn and cookie-dough richness, balanced by a drying spice that keeps the whiskey from ever feeling cloying. The finish is warm and lingering, with echoes of brown sugar, toasted oak, and a subtle rum sweetness that slowly fades rather than abruptly dropping away. 

Dunbrody Caribbean Rum Cask has also been recognized on the competition circuit, earning a Gold medal and 91 points at the USA Spirits Ratings 2024, as well as a Silver medal at the Bartender Spirits Awards. That balance of quality and approachability makes it a strong choice both for home bars and professional backbars.

Serve it neat to explore the full rum-cask influence, over a single large cube to emphasize the dessert tones, or mix it into a highball with soda and a wedge of lime for a bright, refreshing serve. For cocktail lovers, it works particularly well in an Old Fashioned, where the tropical notes add a fresh twist without losing the whiskey’s core identity.