{"product_id":"courage-conviction-cuvee-cask-american-single-malt-whisky-750ml","title":"Courage \u0026 Conviction Cuvée Cask American Single Malt Whisky 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003eCourage \u0026amp; 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eVirginia's dynamic climate, with hot summers and cool winters, enhances the maturation, creating a whisky with distinct character and remarkable depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEnjoy it neat or with a splash of water.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAmerican 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAmerican single malt whisky is made from 100% malted barley at a single distillery in the United States.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plum, dark raspberry, chocolate torte and clove.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tart cherry, blood orange, cocoa and burnt sugar.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Creamy, with baking spice.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Virginia Distillery Co.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e American Single Malt Whisky, cuvée cask\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMash Bill:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100% malted barley\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAge:\u003c\/strong\u003e Minimum 4 years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProof \/ ABV:\u003c\/strong\u003e 92 proof (46% ABV)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCask \/ Finish:\u003c\/strong\u003e STR (shaved, toasted, re-charred) ex-red wine cuvée casks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Virginia, United States\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 750ml\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to Enjoy It\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eEnjoy it neat or with a splash of water. It pairs with duck, dark chocolate or berry desserts.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is an STR cask?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA wine cask that is shaved, toasted and re-charred.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho developed the technique here?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt was developed under the guidance of the late Dr. Jim Swan.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow old is it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA minimum of four years.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExplore more in our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/american-whiskey\"\u003eAmerican Whiskey collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Virginia Distillery Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68023456432437,"sku":"VWS_200422229","price":71.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0993\/7367\/8901\/files\/noir-gold-main-14468.webp?v=1793656562","url":"https:\/\/hiddencasks.com\/products\/courage-conviction-cuvee-cask-american-single-malt-whisky-750ml","provider":"Hidden Casks","version":"1.0","type":"link"}