Title:
Old Elk Cognac Cask
Description:
Showcasing the Old Elk bourbon recipe of 51% corn, 34% malted barley, 15% rye bourbon recipe, this expression is then finished for ten months in 72 gallon Limousin oak casks which–according to Old Elk–brings out deep rich fruit flavors and an aroma of oat and sweet honey. Sounds interesting to me!
Don’t forget to check out the episode of the Whiskey Raiders Podcast where Jay and I review five different Old Elk expressions and share our first impressions of each one.
Tasting Notes…
Cognac Cask Finished Bourbon: 109.7 proof, Five Year 54% corn/34% malted barley/15% rye straight bourbon, ten month finish in 72 gallon Limousin oak Cognac casks
Nose:
Somewhat bright on the nose, but with a very mild finish. There are classic bourbon notes of oak and caramel rise out of the glass. With some time and swirling there’s a background of grape and a twist of funky oak and leather.
Taste:
Rounded and balanced. The Cognac finish is noticeable, but only just. There are some layers of fruit and a hint of leather, a dash of nuttiness, and a medium oak backbone.
Finish:
Fairly straightforward and a shorter finish here. Perhaps medium length finish. Where I would expect to find a funkier and brandy-forward evolution, it’s more along the lines of a five (ish) year bourbon that has just a gentle influence.
Don’t forget to check out the episode of the Whiskey Raiders Podcast where Jay and I review five different Old Elk expressions and share our first impressions of each one.
Tasting Notes…
Cognac Cask Finished Bourbon: 109.7 proof, Five Year 54% corn/34% malted barley/15% rye straight bourbon, ten month finish in 72 gallon Limousin oak Cognac casks
Nose:
Somewhat bright on the nose, but with a very mild finish. There are classic bourbon notes of oak and caramel rise out of the glass. With some time and swirling there’s a background of grape and a twist of funky oak and leather.
Taste:
Rounded and balanced. The Cognac finish is noticeable, but only just. There are some layers of fruit and a hint of leather, a dash of nuttiness, and a medium oak backbone.
Finish:
Fairly straightforward and a shorter finish here. Perhaps medium length finish. Where I would expect to find a funkier and brandy-forward evolution, it’s more along the lines of a five (ish) year bourbon that has just a gentle influence.
Brewery or Distillery:
Old Elk Distillery
Size:
750 mL
Alcohol Percent:
54.85
Type of Alcohol:
Bourbon
Year:
2023
Date Added:
2023-07-26 20:49:52
Date Added:
2023-07-26 20:49:52
