Cedar Ridge The Quintessential Special Release Number Five Cask Strength
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Cedar Ridge The Quintessential Special Release Number Five Cask Strength

ABV
58.9%
PRICE
$100
STYLE
American Single Malt
ORIGIN
United States
SCORE
94

Review

By Julia Higgins

This is exceptionally dark in color, a virtue of its five finishing casks, which include imported and estate port and madeira, and red wine barrels. On the nose, orange peel, raisin, and cassis take center stage, accented by cereal milk. The palate is juicy and bursting with flavor, awash with toasted pecans, toffee, powdered sugar, and a dash of peppery spice. Chocolate—pudding and ice cream—more raisin, candied nuts, and grape jelly ensure this ends on a high note.

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Wrapper
Connecticut
Origin
Nicaragua
Strength
Medium
Why This Pairing Works

This port and wine cask-finished American single malt's orange peel and cassis notes pair beautifully with the Connecticut Reserve's citrus and creamy vanilla character. The cigar's mild nuttiness complements toasted pecans from the whiskey, while cinnamon notes appear in both, creating a unified finish.

Flavor Bridge
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