{"product_id":"old-elk-cigar-cut-edition-2-island-blend","title":"Old Elk Cigar Cut Edition 2: Island Blend","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOld Elk Cigar Cut Edition 2: Island Blend\u003c\/strong\u003e is inspired by the warm glow of a smoldering fire and the classic pairing of whiskey and cigars. It represents the \"best of the best\" from Old Elk's award-winning cask finish project — Port and Sherry casks add richness, while Cognac and Armagnac casks bring a lingering, layered finish.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBuilt on the Old Elk philosophy that secondary cask finishing adds incredible depth beyond primary aging, this expertly blended release is excellent paired with a cigar or enjoyed on its own as a nightcap. It earned Gold at the 2023 San Francisco World Spirits Competition and 92 Points at the 2023 Ultimate Spirits Challenge.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich leather \u0026amp; dark fruit from Sherry and Armagnac cask influence\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Smooth, velvety \u0026amp; full, with spiced dark fruit from Port and Cognac casks\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long \u0026amp; layered with lingering leather and spice\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eMulti-Cask Finished Whiskey Blend (Port, Sherry, Cognac \u0026amp; Armagnac)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eGold Medal, 2023 San Francisco World Spirits Competition\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e92 Points, 2023 Ultimate Spirits Challenge\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e55.85% ABV (111.7 Proof)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e750ml\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat makes Cigar Cut Edition 2 different?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt's finished across four different cask types — Port, Sherry, Cognac, and Armagnac — combining richness, leather notes, and spiced dark fruit into one award-winning blend.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this whiskey award-winning?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — it earned a Gold Medal at the 2023 San Francisco World Spirits Competition and scored 92 Points at the 2023 Ultimate Spirits Challenge.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Old Elk","offers":[{"title":"750 ml","offer_id":52011525407041,"sku":"850030365217","price":123.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0997\/7223\/6097\/files\/old-elk-cigar-cut-island-blend.png?v=1784841994","url":"https:\/\/heritagereserves.com\/products\/old-elk-cigar-cut-edition-2-island-blend","provider":"My Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}