To many whisky aficionados, the time period “Barrel Proof” is synonymous with excessive proof spirits. Cascade Hole Distilling Co.’s Common Supervisor and Distiller Nicole Austin is difficult that notion with the discharge of Cascade Moon 15 Yr Previous Barrel Proof, which launched early this summer time in choose U.S. markets.
The brand new Cascade Moon providing initially entered the barrel at 115 proof, the place it was aged for 15 years in Cascade Hole’s single story rickhouses. On account of the curious situations skilled by these barrels, the proof of the providing dropped to 79.8, under the minimal customary to be categorised as a whisky.
For the reason that line’s inception in 2020, the mission of the Cascade Moon Sequence has been to additional conversations across the American whisky class whereas bringing customers a wide range of lovely and small-batch liquids. As a shock twist on barrel proof, this Cascade Moon launch gives drinkers a singular tasting expertise by bringing a barrel proof spirit distilled by grain to customers and offering a chance for extra dialogue across the relationship between proof and high quality within the class.
The discharge of Cascade Moon 15 Yr Previous Barrel Proof comes off the heels of Cascade Moon 13 Yr Previous Rye. Total, the Cascade Moon Sequence pays homage to the distillery’s historical past, whereas persevering with to set the tone for the way forward for the whisky class.
GSN’s Remarks: Remarkably fruity, virtually apple-like taste profile. The physique is mild, and the oak tannins solely come into play about mid-way by way of the journey. We’re reminded of an eau-de-vie. The acquainted “burn” of an 80 proof spirit is softer and extra reticent, which isn’t a nasty factor. Certainly, this spirit is deisgned for having fun with small sips as is, versus watering it down over ice. Distinctive, and a uncommon expertise to have the ability to strive a barrel proof spirit that’s solely appraochable with out dilution. We applaud Cascade Moon for releasing what might have been seen as a beneficiant loss to the angel’s share. GSN Score: A-
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