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Bardstown Bourbon Co. Collaborative Series: Ferrand II Cognac Cask Finished (2025 Release)

ABV

55.9%

PRICE

$140

STYLE

Blend of Straight Whiskeys

ORIGIN

United States

SCORE

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Review

By David Fleming

Bardstown's second collaboration with cognac house Maison Ferrand; this one is a blend of 9, 11, and 12 year old bourbons and a 6 year old rye, masterfully finished for 15 months in Ferrand's French oak cognac barrels. Spicy oak, vanilla cream, and anise on the nose, then an expansive palate of pear, apricot, and vanilla. Great texture and integration, finishing with cinnamon cake, café au lait, and spice.

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Complete the Experience with a Perfect Cigar Pairing

Serie V Melanio Toro

Premium Nicaraguan cigar

Wrapper

Ecuadorian Sumatra

Origin

Nicaragua

Strength

Full

Why This Pairing Works

The cognac cask influence brings pear, apricot, and café au lait notes that complement the Melanio's coffee and caramel complexity. Spicy oak and vanilla cream from the bourbon echo the cigar's toast and cedar character, while anise notes bridge into the smoke's woody, sweet finish.

Flavor Bridge

CoffeeApricotVanillaCedar

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