Cognac Barrique
Origin
France (Cognac)
Size
350L
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Cognac (grape brandy)
Typical Maturation
6-15
Flavor Contribution
Dried apricot, grape, floral perfume, oak tannin, and subtle spice. Adds an elegant French refinement with honeyed grape sweetness.
About
French Limousin or Tronçais oak casks used to mature cognac. French oak has a tighter grain than American oak, contributing more tannin and less vanilla. The cognac residue adds a refined grape-spirit character — honeyed, perfumed, and gently fruity. These casks are relatively uncommon in the whisky industry, making cognac-finished whiskies distinctive and collectible.