Weekend Whiskey Tasting: Non-Oak Wood Aging

Weekend Whiskey Tasting: Non-Oak Wood Aging

Friday 8/29 4-6pm

Saturday 8/30 Noon-5pm

At the (In)Famous Bar

A mini-oasis of whiskey inside the Clayton Wine and Cheese Place

7435 Forsyth Blvd. 63105

More and more whiskey producers are experimenting with non-traditional wood aging and/or finishing. Some of the results have been pretty dang good…the expressions below are excellent examples. Don’t take my word for it, come on by and have some sips!!!

-Whiskey Dave

Company Distilling Tennessee Whiskey Finished in Apple Wood...$39.99

Tennessee Whiskey Finished with Apple Wood has aromas of cinnamon, nutmeg, and golden raisins. The flavor is a subtle blend of sweet vanilla, cinnamon, cloves and plums, and a soft warm oak finish. Mellowed through maple charcoal, matured in charred white oak, and finished with toasted apple wood, this finely aged spirit celebrates the whiskey-making heritage of our state. Through the Lincoln County Process, this recipe explores some of the diversity of fruit and hardwood trees in Tennessee.

750ml | Proof: 86.5 | ABV: 43.25%

★ Silver, San Francisco World Spirits Competition

★ Bronze, New York International Spirits Competition

The Matsui Japanese Whisky Sakura Cask…$89.99 / 700ml

A single malt whisky distilled in the rich, natural environment of Tottori and aged in cherry wood casks. Combined with the malt aroma and bitter flavor of unblended whisky, a faint, sweet, crisp smell of cherry blossom spreads throughout the mouth. This masterpiece, carefully crafted with heart and passion, is brought to proof with high-quality natural spring water from Mt. Daisen. 43% abv

RD1 Spirits Double Finished in Oak & Maple Barrel Staves...$64.99 / 750ml

An undeniable burst of maple and butterscotch on the nose followed by lightly toasted caramel, roasted pecans and paprika. Its flavor boasts a delicate dance of maple goodness and black peppercorn spice. The finish is long, smooth and spicy with a light accent of toasted caramel at the end. Try this in an Old Fashioned but skip the simple syrup and just add more of this bourbon.

GOLD--2023 ASCOT Awards

Ohishi Whisky Sakura Cask… $74.99

Ohishi Sakura Cask –Ohishi Whisky that is finished in new locally-grown Sakura (Cherry Blossom) Casks for over 1 year. The Sakura cask gives it a slightly smokey note and rich flavor. Note: this is full Sakura cask, not just a barrel head. The Sakura (Cherry Blossom) is locally grown in Kumamoto close to the distillery. The whisky is matured in Brandy and Sherry casks. The Sakura gives a rich color and soft Oak spice influence to the whisky. A great example of Japanese terroir, this whisky is made with locally grown rice, is locally distilled, matured, and finally finished in the locally grown Oak barrels.