Stranahan's Sherry Cask is an American approach to a European tradition: Stranahan's 5 to 7 year old Rocky Mountain Single Malt, finished in Pedro Ximénez sherry barrels from Andalusia in southern Spain.
The whiskey is double-distilled from 100% malted barley in Denver, Colorado, and aged five to seven years in virgin American white oak barrels. It is then transferred to Pedro Ximénez sherry barrels, procured from the Andalusia region, whose ancient oak staves carry a deep, soaked-in flavour.
It is aromatic, with sweet notes of dried fruit such as raisins, figs and dates, accompanied by honey, grape syrup, jam and candied fruit. On the palate come honey, Montmorency cherries, blackcurrant and fig with nutty brine and walnut, and the finish brings buttery caramel, whipped cream, brown sugar and smoked cayenne.
A rich, dessert-like single malt, it is a fine gift for lovers of sherried whiskey.
Enjoy it neat, with a splash of water, or in cocktails.
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Tasting Notes
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Nose: Raisins, figs, dates, honey, grape syrup, jam and candied fruit.
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Palate: Honey, Montmorency cherries, blackcurrant and fig, with nutty brine and walnut.
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Finish: Buttery caramel, whipped cream, brown sugar and smoked cayenne.
Specifications
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Producer: Stranahan's Colorado Whiskey
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Style: American Single Malt Whiskey, sherry cask finished
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Age: 5-7 years before finishing
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Proof / ABV: 90 proof (45% ABV)
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Cask / Finish: Virgin American white oak, finished in Pedro Ximénez sherry barrels
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Region: Denver, Colorado, United States
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Size: 750ml
How to Enjoy It
Enjoy it neat, with a splash of water, or in cocktails. It pairs with dark chocolate, dried fruit or blue cheese.
Frequently Asked Questions
How old is it?
The base whiskey is aged 5 to 7 years before the sherry finish.
What casks finish it?
Pedro Ximénez sherry barrels from Andalusia, Spain.
Where is it made?
In Denver, Colorado.
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