Barrell Craft Spirits "Armida" Bourbon Whiskey Finished in Pear Brandy, Rum, and Sicilian Amaro Casks

Armida is a blend of three Straight Bourbon Whiskeys finished separately in Pear Brandy, Jamaican Rum, and Sicilian Amaro Casks. The ripe, floral pear notes provide a soft entrance into a whiskey that is adorned with hints of spice and arid citrus derived from the Amaro casks (and also the toasty bourbon itself). This mélange of flavor is framed by the tropical sweetness found in rum finished whiskeys. Armida is a journey for the palate: from a brisk northern orchard to an ancient island, it ends up exactly where we intended, with an immensely complex and satisfying whiskey. nextSection Appearance: Bright gold with a pale rim. Nose: Opens with creamy and sweet notes of carrot cake, Dulce di Leche, and chestnut honey. The pear brandy’s influence inflects the core aroma, with poached pear leading blackberry and dried lime peel. Shimmering at the edges are countless herbs and dusty spices. Notes familiar to Sicilian Amari, such as fennel seed, aniseed, nutmeg, and cacao are there. As Sic