Ghostwood Distilling Co. is proud to announce that its newest
release, Blended Bourbon Whiskey Finished in Chardonnay Casks, is
among the company's three award-winners at the 2024 San Francisco
World Spirits Competition, receiving a Silver Medal. The new spirit
is Ghostwood's first cask-finished whiskey and offers a unique
tasting experience.
BOZEMAN,
Mont., May 21, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --
Ghostwood Distilling Co. is proud to announce that its newest
release, Blended Bourbon Whiskey Finished in Chardonnay Casks,
is among the company's three award-winners at the 2024 San
Francisco World Spirits Competition, receiving a Silver Medal. The
new spirit is Ghostwood's first cask-finished whiskey and offers a
unique tasting experience. The Chardonnay casks used for finishing
provide a distinctive blend of citrus and oak that perfectly
complements the rich flavors of the company's award-winning Premium
4-Grain Blended Bourbon Whiskey. Ghostwood's Blended Bourbon
Whiskey Finished in Chardonnay Casks is available for $70 per 750 ml bottle at select retailers and
online at https://ghostwoodwhiskey.com/.
"As part of this exploration, I learned a
lot about wine and its aging process. I ended up choosing to finish
the bourbon in Chardonnay casks because of its fruity dryness,
which complements Ghostwood's sweet toffee flavor," said
Lucas Perks, Founder and Owner of
Ghostwood Distilling Co.
"I was inspired by some of my favorite Scotches when building
this unique cask-finished bourbon," said Lucas Perks, Founder and Owner of Ghostwood
Distilling. "As part of this exploration, I learned a lot about
wine and its aging process. I ended up choosing to finish the
bourbon in Chardonnay casks because of its fruity dryness, which
complements Ghostwood's sweet toffee flavor. I'm thrilled that the
judges at the World Spirits Competition found it worthy of an
award."
The new Blended Bourbon Whiskey Finished in Chardonnay Casks
comes after a year and a half of development and reflects a blend
of craftsmanship and friendship.
Perks admired how sherry cask finishing has been used to add
depth and complexity to Scotch. In line with his philosophy of
innovation in whiskey production, he sought to create a similar
experience by using Chardonnay casks to finish his Ghostwood
Blended Bourbon Whiskey. He selected casks from a renowned
Napa Valley vineyard where he has
a personal connection. Its award-winning Chardonnay, he believed,
would enhance the flavor profile of his Blended Bourbon Whiskey by
infusing it with fruity and dry notes. The result is a unique
product that stands out in the whiskey market.
At 90 proof/45 percent alcohol by volume, Ghostwood's Blended
Bourbon Whiskey Finished in Chardonnay Casks has a gold amber
color, a fruity aroma with hints of oak and spice, and oak and
tannin flavors complemented by almond, warm spices and a buttery
note. The finish is characterized by warm spices with a dry and
smooth aftertaste.
The base for this new spirit, Ghostwood Premium 4-Grain Blended
Bourbon Whiskey, was awarded a rare Double Gold Medal at the San
Francisco World Spirits Competition in 2023 and again in 2024. The
Double Gold is awarded to the very few entries that receive Gold
ratings by all members of the judging panel. Ghostwood's third
award-winner is the Black Barrel Proof Premium 4-Grain Blended
Bourbon Whiskey, which received a Silver Medal at the 2023 and 2024
competitions.
About Ghostwood Distilling Co.
Ghostwood Distilling Co. took root next to a campfire in a
500-year-old oak forest on Lucas
Perks' family ranch and a trip to Scotland that introduced him to the history
and art of distilling. Through long nights, creativity and a final
bit of inspiration from Montana
wheat, Ghostwood's four-grain mash recipe came to life in 2020,
sold in distinctive black bottles with a white tree logo. Perks has
infused Ghostwood with a "go beyond the firelight" spirit that
calls back to his early outings under the oaks, using his passion
to push beyond the unknowns as he explores and innovates in whiskey
production. For more information about Ghostwood Distilling Co.,
visit https://ghostwoodwhiskey.com/.
Photos are available for download here. Photo credit: Ghostwood
Distilling Co.
Media Contact
Lucas Perks, Ghostwood Distilling
Co., 815-985-7992, lucas@ghostwoodwhiskey.com,
https://ghostwoodwhiskey.com/
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