Courage & Conviction Cuvée Cask is an American single malt whisky from Virginia Distillery Co., crafted from 100% malted barley, aged a minimum of four years and bottled at 46% ABV.
The whisky matures in ex-European red wine cuvée casks that undergo a unique STR treatment, shaved, toasted and re-charred, releasing a wealth of complex flavours and aromas. Developed under the guidance of the late Dr. Jim Swan, the use of these cuvée casks is a rare technique embraced by only a select few distilleries worldwide.
Virginia's dynamic climate, with hot summers and cool winters, enhances the maturation, creating a whisky with distinct character and remarkable depth.
The nose offers plum, dark raspberry, chocolate torte and clove. The palate brings tart cherry, blood orange, cocoa and burnt sugar with hints of baking spice, and the finish is creamy. It makes a fine gift for lovers of wine-cask whisky.
Enjoy it neat or with a splash of water.
American whiskey covers a wide range of styles, from bourbon and rye to single malts and light whiskeys, and independent blenders and small producers have made it one of the most exciting categories in spirits.
American single malt whisky is made from 100% malted barley at a single distillery in the United States.
Tasting Notes
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Nose: Plum, dark raspberry, chocolate torte and clove.
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Palate: Tart cherry, blood orange, cocoa and burnt sugar.
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Finish: Creamy, with baking spice.
Specifications
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Producer: Virginia Distillery Co.
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Style: American Single Malt Whisky, cuvée cask
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Mash Bill: 100% malted barley
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Age: Minimum 4 years
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Proof / ABV: 92 proof (46% ABV)
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Cask / Finish: STR (shaved, toasted, re-charred) ex-red wine cuvée casks
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Region: Virginia, United States
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Size: 750ml
How to Enjoy It
Enjoy it neat or with a splash of water. It pairs with duck, dark chocolate or berry desserts.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is an STR cask?
A wine cask that is shaved, toasted and re-charred.
Who developed the technique here?
It was developed under the guidance of the late Dr. Jim Swan.
How old is it?
A minimum of four years.
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