Cellar Collection Archive: 2019 Limited-Release
ANGEL’S ENVY Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey Finished in Oloroso Sherry Casks
Sometimes the best thing for a whiskey is to leave it alone. When we filled a handful of Oloroso sherry barrels, we didn’t mean to forget about them in a rickhouse, but that’s precisely what happened.
SHERRY FINISH
TASTING NOTES
This spirit’s extended finishing period in our Oloroso barrels resulted in a remarkable sequence of flavors that are unlike any other whiskey.
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NOSEPleasantly sweet with noticeable hints of raisin and hazelnut
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PALATEOak forward with a distinct dryness from the sherry, as well as heavy vanilla and caramel
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FINISHShifts from sweetness to a pleasant, lingering floral finish
This rare expression is characterized by a dry richness and accented by surprising notes of caramel, vanilla and raisins.
ANGEL'S ENVY
Creating a Masterpiece
We’re restless creators who respect and celebrate the bourbon tradition, but try not to shackle ourselves to it. We approach each spirit that we finish with a craftman’s passion to experiment and improve.
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