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Bourbon Review: Redemption Cognac Cask Finish Bourbon Whiskey

We review Redemption Cognac Cask Finish Bourbon Whiskey. The finishing casks came from Pierre Ferrand, a Cognac house with 10 generations of experience.

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Redemption Cognac Cask Finish Whiskey

Tasting Notes

About:

99 proof and made from 60% corn, 36% rye, and 4% malted barley. It’s aged for an undisclosed length of time before being finished for 12 months in Cognac barrels (French oak, mais oui). Find a 750mL bottle nationwide, for a limited time, for around $70.
Appearance:
This liquid is a very clear medium pale amber that forms average tears.
Nose:
The nose is mostly pencil shavings with a little tang of red wine and cola; vanilla around the edges.
Palate:
Fruity like berries and woody like I am chewing those pencil shavings. Thin body with plenty of heat.
Finish:
Comments:
The impact of the Cognac cask doesn’t make a big impression here. Perhaps if the whiskey had spent a bit more time in its initial barrels, the brief finishing period would be more evident. It’ll work for mixing – choose another for sipping.

Editor’s Note: This whiskey was either bought as a sample by The Whiskey Wash or provided to us as a review sample by the party behind it. Per our editorial policies, this in no way influenced the outcome of this review.

Cindy Capparelli

Cindy Capperelli is the visionary founder of Portland Bitters Project, established in 2014 with the ambition to craft the finest bitters available. Today, her bitters are savored across the United States and internationally, enhancing cocktails with expressive flavors. In addition to her entrepreneurial endeavors, Cindy shares her expertise as an instructor at two Portland colleges. She also engages with private groups, distilleries, and maker's spaces, advocating for the use of high-quality ingredients and time-honored techniques. Cindy empowers her students with the confidence and knowledge to create exceptional drinks at home, experiment with tinctures, and enrich their overall food and beverage experiences.

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