Virginia Distillery Co. Courage & Conviction Double Cask Reserve

A sophisticated American Single Malt from Virginia Distillery Co. in Virginia, made with 100% malted barley. It was aged for at least 5 years in new bourbon barrels and red wine STR European red wine Cuvée casks, then bottled at 48.0% ABV. It starts with a fragrant bouquet of grain, wood, fruits, nuts, herbs & spices. The rich & bold middle develops into notes of peach cobbler with melted vanilla ice cream, plus a burst of tart cherry, citrus, apricot & butterscotch. The long & warm conclusion features oak, pepper, cinnamon, ginger & milk chocolate.

Flaviar Advent 2025 #13. Clear golden body with thin legs. Aroma of bread, toast, wood. Flavor of bread, toast, wood, vanilla, earthiness. Medium body, moderately warming. 8/4/7/3/15 3.7

Definitely cherry and sharp citrus notes of orange and lemon zest, a little butterscotch/caramel, sweet and a bit of apricot or some other fruit.

Lovely golden amber color with a butterscotch aroma. Incredible flavors of butterscotch and cherry, followed by a gentle spicy finish.

Reminds me of sage brush. It's acceptable. Nothing outstanding, and nothing worth seeking out.

Notes of orange and butterscotch.