Very Olde St. Nick Winter Maple Syrup Cask Finish Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey – Limited Release

Taste Notes

• Nose: Rich and festive. It opens with buttered cornbread and warm maple syrup, followed by sophisticated layers of baking spices, raisins, and toasted vanilla bean.
• Palate: Decadent and "syrupy" without being overly sugary. You will find dark caramel and animal crackers leading the way, transitioning into a mid-palate of rye spice, aged oak, and luscious maple sweetness.
• Finish: Long, warming, and "toasty." It leaves a lingering trail of marshmallow, brown sugar, and a hint of clove, with a gentle spicy kick on the backend.

Food Pairings

The "Winter Maple" profile makes it an incredible companion for both sweet and savory "heavy-hitter" dishes:

• The Savory Match: Maple-Glazed Ham or Roasted Turkey. The whiskey’s maple finish acts as a natural extension of the glaze, while the 101.5 proof cuts through the savory fats.
• The Main: Smoked Duck with Cherry Compote. The "raisin and spice" notes in the bourbon harmonize with the dark fruit and gamey flavor of the duck.
• The Cheese Board: Aged White Cheddar or Smoked Gouda. The saltiness of the cheese provides a stark, delicious contrast to the whiskey’s sweet maple and caramel core.
• The Dessert: Pecan Pie or Warm Bread Pudding. This is a classic "flavor-on-flavor" pairing; the bourbon amplifies the toasted nuts and buttery crust of the dessert.