Chicken Cock Chanticleer Cognac Barrel Finish Bourbon Whiskey

Appearance: In the glass, Chicken Cock Chanticleer Cognac Barrel Finish Bourbon Whiskey exudes a rich amber hue, reminiscent of polished mahogany, inviting anticipation of the sensory journey to come. Nose: Aromas of ripe orchard fruits and honeyed sweetness mingle with delicate floral notes, evoking a sense of elegance and refinement. Subtle hints of vanilla and caramelized sugar dance in the background, hinting at the whiskey's bourbon heritage, while nuances of dried fruits and spices add depth and complexity to the bouquet. Palate: With the first sip, the palate is enveloped in a luxurious tapestry of flavors. The velvety smoothness of classic bourbon gives way to the nuanced complexity of French cognac, with layers of toasted oak, caramelized sugar, and vanilla intertwining harmoniously. Rich fruit compote and baking spices add depth and dimension, creating a symphony of flavors that dance across the palate with grace and finesse. Finish: The finish is long and lingering, with echoes of caramelized fruits, oak, and honeyed sweetness lingering on the palate, leaving a warm and satisfying sensation that beckons you back for another sip. A subtle hint of spice emerges towards the end, adding a delightful kick that keeps the palate engaged until the final moments.

Rye whiskey must contain a minimum of 51% rye if it is made in the United States, although it can be as much as 100% rye. The whiskey must also be aged in new charred oak barrels for a minimum of two years and cannot be distilled to more than 80% ABV or 160 proof.It is combined with an "alcohol flavoring formulation" from Clarendon Flavor Engineers referred to as “blenders”, which are added to make it taste as close as possible to original recipe from prohibition era and bottled at the distillery in Templeton, Iowa.
Knob Creek is an American brand of Kentucky straight bourbon whiskey produced by Beam Suntory (a subsidiary of Suntory Holdings of Osaka, Japan) at the Jim Beam distillery in Clermont, Kentucky. It is one of the four Jim Beam small batch bourbon brands targeted for the high-end liquor market.
In the United States, rye whiskey is, by law, made from a mash of at least 51 percent rye. (The other ingredients in the mash are usually corn and malted barley.) It is distilled to no more than 160 U.S. proof (80% abv) and aged in charred, new oak barrels.
Rye brings spicy notes to the palate that are not always as present in other types of whiskey like bourbon. Think baking spices like nutmeg, cinnamon, and pepper, which make this whiskey a classic choice to use in cocktails that have a bit of sweetness to counterbalance the character of the rye.

Size: 750 mL

Proof: 56%
*Please note that the ABV may vary