Lasso Motel Whiskey “Darts” Cigarette Blend

Tasting Notes

This blend is crafted to balance "masculine" grit with "feminine" elegance, resulting in a very complex, layered profile.

• Nose: Heavy on worn leather and pipe tobacco, balanced by the sweetness of toffee and vanilla. You'll also find a distinct fruitiness of dried apricots and light floral notes.
• Palate: A rich, "chewy" mouthfeel. The initial hit is classic bourbon warmth with caramel and baking spices, quickly transitioning into the deep, dark fruit influences of the finishing casks—specifically figs, prunes, and raisins.
• Finish: Long and steady. It leaves a lingering trail of toasted almonds, barrel char, and a faint, sophisticated hint of smoke and leather.

Food Pairings

Because of its high proof and the rich fruitiness from the brandy and sherry casks, this whiskey needs bold, savory, or highly textured foods.

• The "Dive Bar" Classic: Smoked Brisket or Burnt Ends. The intense wood smoke of the meat plays perfectly with the tobacco and leather notes in the whiskey, while the fat softens the 100-proof heat.
• Charcuterie: Jamón Ibérico or Prosciutto. The saltiness of cured meats creates a beautiful "salty-sweet" contrast with the fig and toffee notes.
• Rich Cheeses: Aged Gouda or Sharp Cheddar. Look for cheeses with "crunchy" protein crystals; the nuttiness of an aged Gouda complements the blanched almond notes in the palate.
• The Best Pairing: A Fine Cigar. This whiskey was literally designed for this. The "Cigarette Blend" profile (leather, tobacco, and dried fruit) is the ideal companion for a medium-to-full-bodied Maduro cigar.