RD1 Sister Cities Whiskey Finished w/ Japanese Mizunara & French Oak

RD1's vision for this Limited Release was to balance the sweet sophistication of the French Oak with the woodsy nature of Mizunara in a well-aged Bourbon and Rye.

They started with the French Oak, which they wanted to heavily influence the bourbon. After the barrels had aged for five years, they inserted medium toasted French Oak wood “necklaces” into the original American White Oak barrels, allowing it to rest for twice as long as their portfolio French Oak Bourbon.

The distillery then blended the 5-year finished bourbon with 7-year Bourbon and 8-year Rye to advance the confluence of flavors.

Finally, they added lightly toasted Mizunara wood staves to the whiskey blend for a much shorter amount of finishing time to delicately introduce its character of sandalwood and Oriental incense.

Through the Lexington (KY) Sister Cities Commission, RD1's hometown has sister cities in Shinhidaka, Japan, and Deauville, France. In this Limited Release, they bring together America’s Native Spirit with wood from both countries. This unique expression weaves the beautiful Sister Cities’ cultures into a rich patchwork of inspiring flavor.

51% ABV - 102 Proof

AROMA
Incense followed by floral and citrus notes

PALATE
Sandalwood, rye spice and baking spices delicately meet sweet oak, dark chocolate and red fruit in a silken mouthfeel

FINISH
Medium to long finish with a light warming feeling and whispers of Maraschino Cherry