Old Elk Cognac Cask Finished, 54.85%

The 10 months this whiskey spends finishing in cognac casks is evident from the initial pour. The nose opens with vanilla ice cream smothered in berry sauce, golden raisins, and worn leather. The cognac influence on the palate is quieter, with vanilla, caramel, and sweetened oatmeal taking center stage, flanked by hints of bananas, plums, and berries. Water brightens the whiskey, highlighting the sweeter fruit flavors. The finish is long and oaky, with leather and vanilla.