Sagamore Spirit Manhattan Finish is a blend of straight rye whiskeys from Maryland, finished in vermouth, bitters and cherry brandy barrels and bottled at 103 proof (51.5% ABV).
Sagamore's four-year-old straight rye whiskey was finished separately in vermouth, bitters and cherry brandy barrels for an additional 20 months, then blended back together to create this unique Manhattan Finish blend, with whiskeys of four to six years old. It is part of Sagamore's Distiller's Select releases, which celebrate risk-taking and innovation in Maryland rye.
The nose delivers herbaceous notes followed by rye baking spices and dark cherry. The palate is spicy and herbaceous, with bright cherry, vanilla and honey, and a touch of dryness at the finish.
Inspired by the classic cocktail, it makes a clever gift for Manhattan lovers.
It is an incredible whiskey for a classic Manhattan, or to savour on its own.
American rye whiskey is made from a mash of at least 51% rye and aged in new charred oak, giving it a spicier, drier character than bourbon, with notes of pepper, herbs and baking spice.
A Manhattan is a classic cocktail of rye whiskey, sweet vermouth and bitters, traditionally garnished with a cherry.
A straight rye whiskey is made from at least 51% rye and aged at least two years in new charred oak containers.
Finishing a whiskey means moving it into a second type of barrel for an extra period, so it picks up some of that cask's previous contents.
Tasting Notes
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Nose: Herbaceous notes, rye baking spice and dark cherry.
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Palate: Spicy and herbaceous, with bright cherry, vanilla and honey.
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Finish: A touch of dryness.
Specifications
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Producer: Sagamore Spirit Distillery
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Style: Blend of Straight Rye Whiskeys, Manhattan cask finish
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Age: 4-6 years
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Proof / ABV: 103 proof (51.5% ABV)
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Cask / Finish: 20 months in vermouth, bitters and cherry brandy barrels
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Region: Maryland, United States
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Size: 750ml
How to Enjoy It
Stir it into a classic Manhattan, or sip it neat. It pairs with dark cherries, charcuterie or dark chocolate.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which barrels finish it?
Vermouth, bitters and cherry brandy barrels.
How long is the finish?
An additional 20 months.
What proof is it?
It is bottled at 103 proof.
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