Stoli Group’s Kentucky Owl whiskey brand recently announced the release of its latest collaboration, the Kentucky Owl Maighstir Edition. Available across the U.S, the Maighstir Edition is described as the whiskey label’s third international collaboration limited edition release.
A result of the collaboration between Master Blenders John Rhea and new Kentucky Owl Master Blender Maureen Robinson, Maighstir Edition “pays homage to the rich whiskey traditions of both the United States and Scotland.” With “Maighstir” (pronounced may-stir) meaning ‘Master’ in Gaelic, Rhea and Robinson worked together to create the resulting Scottish inspired edition by blending 4yr old, 5yr old, 8yr old and 9yr old Kentucky Straight Bourbons, with mashbills containing corn, wheat, rye and malted barley.
These specific Bourbons were carefully selected to convey “a Scottish inspired Kentucky Straight Bourbon.”
“Our latest limited edition release exemplifies the dedication of Kentucky Owl to offer Bourbon enthusiasts a glimpse into the world of Scotch whiskies,” said Robinson in a prepared statement. “It has the citrus perfumed floral green notes with hints of sweetness and oak reminiscent of a lighter style Scotch but still keeping all the credentials of a bourbon.”
This collaboration also signifies the end of one chapter and the beginning of another as Kentucky Owl recently announced that Robinson is assuming the position of Master Blender, held by Rhea over the past 2 years. “Having the opportunity to craft the Maighstir Edition alongside Maureen instills me with great confidence that Kentucky Owl is in exceptional hands, as Maureen steps into her role as Master Blender,” noted Rhea.
Official tasting notes indicate that, “on the nose, the blend reveals subtle notes of small grains, notably malted barley with a hint of sweet caramel. The balance of grains with the sweetness of caramel and vanilla pays homage to the art of blending exceptional bourbon, seen through the perspective of Scotland’s heritage.
“On the palate, there is a warm and spicy sweetness from the rye, which is expected from a great bourbon. Then, the gentle flavors of wheat and barley come in, making the taste soothing. As it melts the liquid reveals hints of orange and grapefruit. Finished by mild flavors of caramel and vanilla.”
The Maighstir Edition is available at an MSRP of $150 (100 Proof, ABV 50%)
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