Peerless Cognac Barrel Finished Bourbon Whiskey 750mL

Peerless Cognac Barrel Finished Bourbon Whiskey
Straight Bourbon Whiskey | Barrel Strength | 750 mL

Process & Profile

Peerless Cognac Barrel Finished Bourbon begins as their signature small batch bourbon, made from a sweet mash and aged in new charred oak barrels. For this limited release, the bourbon is then finished in select Cognac casks, where it absorbs delicate fruit and floral undertones over time. Bottled at barrel proof without chill filtration, this expression highlights the marriage of Kentucky bourbon structure and French brandy elegance.

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Caramelized sugar, raisin, spiced tobacco, vanilla, and dried stone fruit

• Palate: Layers of grape must, toffee, muscadine, leather, baked apricot, and dark chocolate

• Finish: Long and silky with fresh pear, dried herbs, and oak-driven spice

What Makes It Special

• Finished in authentic Cognac barrels, enhancing depth and complexity

• Released at barrel strength for uncut flavor intensity

• Sweet mash fermentation and non-chill filtered for a rich mouthfeel

• Limited edition with extremely small production quantities

• Part of Peerless’s rare barrel-finish program with distillery-first exclusivity

How to Enjoy

Best served neat or with a few drops of water to open up the fruit-forward aromatics. Perfect for an after-dinner sip or special occasion pour.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is it chill filtered?
   No—Peerless bottles without chill filtration to retain full flavor.

2. What is the ABV?
   Varies by batch, typically barrel proof around 55–60% ABV.

3. How is this different from regular Peerless Bourbon?
   The Cognac finish adds notes of fruit, nuttiness, and floral depth not found in the standard release.

4. Is it available nationally?
   No—originally released in limited quantities, often distillery-only.

5. Does the Cognac finish overpower the bourbon?
   No—the Cognac influence complements rather than dominates, enhancing complexity without muting core bourbon characteristics.