Old Elk Announces its First Straight Wheat Whiskey Finished in French Limousine Cognac Casks

Old Elk Distillery is proud to announce a new release within its Cask Finish Series, launching its first Straight Wheat Whiskey finished in French Limousine Cognac Casks. The Cask Finish Series is based on Old Elk’s core products, including its award-winning High-Malt Bourbon, Straight Rye Whiskey and now Straight Wheat Whiskey, offering creative and innovative flavor profiles for whiskey enthusiasts nationwide.

Old Elk Cognac Cask Finish Straight Wheat Whiskey (47.5% ABV/95 Proof) begins after six years of aging the Straight Wheat Whiskey, with an additional 6 months to a year of finishing in carefully selected French Limousine Cognac Casks. On its own, Wheat Whiskey is unique and delicate, yet approachable, celebrated for its sweet notes of fruit and hints of spice. The secondary finish in world-class Cognac casks brings forward rich layers of flavor, including dark fruit and honeycomb. 

Old Elk’s Cognac Cask Finish Straight Wheat Whiskey is distributed by Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits and will be now available at retailers nationwide in the United States with a suggested retail price of $89.99 per 750ml bottle. Later this year, Old Elk plans to launch another new offering within the Cask Finish Series, using Ruby Port Casks and their Straight Rye Whiskey. 

TASTING NOTES

• Aroma – rich nose of apricot, sandalwood, caramel and candied orange
• Palate – honeycomb, orange blossom, caramel, spice and a long finish Dark fruit, vanilla, honeycomb and spice