Dunvilles 10 Year PX Sherry Cask Irish Whiskey is a richly layered single malt that showcases the luxurious influence of Pedro Ximnez sherry casks on classic Irish whiskey. Elegant yet indulgent, it balances fresh orchard fruit and malt sweetness with the deep, syrupy complexity of PX sherry. Bottled at a robust 46% ABV, this expression delivers both refinement and intensity, making it an excellent choice for enthusiasts seeking a sherry-finished Irish whiskey with depth and character.
Origins & Craftsmanship
Dunvilles is a historic Irish whiskey brand originally founded in Belfast in the 19th century before disappearing in the early 20th century. The brand was revived by
Echlinville Distillery
, located in County Down, which has restored Dunvilles reputation as one of the notable names in modern Irish whiskey revival.
The 10 Year PX Cask expression is crafted from single malt whiskey matured for approximately 10 years, initially aged in ex-bourbon barrels before undergoing a finishing period in Pedro Ximnez (PX) sherry casks. This sweet Spanish sherry is famous for its intensely rich dried-fruit character, which imparts notes of raisins, figs, and dark fruit sweetness to the whiskey.
Key production details include:
- Single malt Irish whiskey
- Aged 10 years
- Finished in PX sherry casks
- Bottled at 46% ABV
- Often presented non-chill filtered, preserving texture and aromatic intensity.
The finishing process adds layers of dessert-like richness while retaining the bright fruit and smoothness that define Irish single malt.
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Tasting Profile
Nose
Apricot, grapefruit, toasted almond, baked apple tart, and dark fruit compote.
Palate
Fresh orchard fruit and sweet malt evolve into raisin, fig, and stewed date richness from the PX casks, accented by marzipan and candied orange.
Finish
Lingering malt sweetness with vanilla cream, clove spice, dried tropical fruit, and a soft echo of PX sherry.
Quick Overview
Cocktail Recipes
PX Irish Old Fashioned
Ingredients
- 2 oz Dunvilles 10 Year PX Cask
- oz demerara syrup
- 2 dashes Angostura bitters
- Orange peel
Preparation
- Add whiskey, syrup, and bitters to a mixing glass with ice.
- Stir until chilled.
- Strain over a large ice cube in a rocks glass.
- Express orange peel oils over the drink and garnish.
Belfast Boulevardier
Ingredients
- 1 oz Dunvilles 10 Year PX Cask
- oz sweet vermouth
- oz Campari
- Orange twist
Preparation
- Combine ingredients in a mixing glass with ice.
- Stir until well chilled.
- Strain into a chilled coupe or rocks glass over a large cube.
- Garnish with an orange twist.
