Virginia Distillery Co. Courage & Conviction Cuvée Cask
American Single Malt
Virginia Distillery Co. // Virginia, USA
Virginia Distillery Co. Courage & Conviction Cuvée Cask is made from 100% malted barley and aged a minimum of three years.
The barrels used in the maturation process are specialty European red wine STR casks-- casks that have been shaved, toasted, and recharred. The first batch for this release is expected to arrive in spring 2021 and is dedicated to one of the distillery's key mentors Nancy Fraley.
Virginia Distillery Co. Courage & Conviction Cuvée Cask is made from 100% malted barley and aged a minimum of three years. The barrels used in the maturation process are specialty European red wine STR casks-- casks that have been shaved, toasted, and recharred. The first batch for this release is expected to arrive in spring 2021 and is dedicated to one of the distillery's key mentors Nancy Fraley. It is bottled at 46% ABV with natural color and without chill-filtration.
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abv46.0
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American Single MaltMashed, distilled, and aged in the US from 100% malted barley. Distilled at one distillery. Matured in oak casks no larger than 700L. Distilled to no higher than 160 proof (80% ABV). Bottled at 80 proof (40% ABV) or higher.
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Cask TypeEuropean red wine STR casks
Tasting Notes
"Ageing in red wine casks is a choice that stands out, and it works well for this American single malt. Look for notes of cherry, vanilla, and leather followed by a warming, oaky finish. Fruity without being too sweet, it's a solid whiskey for sipping neat or on the rocks. "