Courage & Conviction Sherry Cask is an American single malt whisky from Virginia Distillery Co., made from 100% malted barley and aged over six years in first-fill sherry casks, bottled at 46% ABV; this is batch 1212.
The distillery's late founder, Dr. George G. Moore, would often say, "Have the courage of your conviction." His vision was to redefine American whisky, and his family inherited it. In the foothills of Virginia's Blue Ridge Mountains, the hot summers and cool winters let the whisky mature faster than its counterparts in Scotland.
Aromas of golden raisins, lemon zest and apricot meet honeyed baklava, fig, cinnamon and milk chocolate.
A sherried American single malt, it makes a fine gift for whisky lovers.
Sip it neat or with a drop 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 is made from 100% malted barley at a single distillery in the United States, distilled in pot stills and matured in oak, a category with its own formal standard since 2024.
Sherry casks are seasoned with Spanish fortified wine; first-fill means this is the first time the cask has held whisky since the sherry, so it gives the strongest influence of dried fruit, nuts and spice.
Bottled at 46% ABV and with more than six years of warm-climate maturation, the whisky carries a rich, rounded texture.
Batch numbers let collectors track each release, since every batch is assembled from a different selection of casks.
Tasting Notes
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Aroma: Golden raisins, lemon zest and apricot.
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Palate: Honeyed baklava, fig and cinnamon.
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Finish: Milk chocolate.
Specifications
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Producer: Virginia Distillery Co.
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Style: American Single Malt Whisky
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Expression / Batch: Courage & Conviction Sherry Cask, Batch 1212
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Age: Over 6 years
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Proof / ABV: 92 proof (46% ABV)
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Cask / Finish: First-fill sherry casks
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Region: Virginia, United States
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Size: 750ml
How to Enjoy It
Sip it neat or with a little water. It pairs with baklava, figs or milk chocolate.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is it made from?
100% malted barley.
How long is it aged?
Over six years in first-fill sherry casks.
Why does it mature quickly?
Virginia's hot summers and cool winters.
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