Chattanooga Whiskey Silver Oak Cabernet Cask Finished is the 3rd release of Chattanooga Whiskey’s fished whiskey series. This is one of the most unique finished whiskeys I have tried.
I tend to avoid finished whiskeys, but do try them from time to time. To me the typical $100-$200 price tag we see on most finished whiskeys is overpriced. That’s one area where Chattanooga Whiskey Silver Oak Cabernet Cask Finished whiskey is different. Priced at $59, it is a more affordable finished whiskey.
This bottle is finished in barrels from one of the most iconic vineyards in America, Silver Oak Vineyards. Silver Oak Winery produces some highly sought after wine in the world. I have tried Silver Oak’s Cabernet once and it is fantastic. Because of this, I was very interested in how this whiskey would compare.
On the nose and front palate, the Cabernet qualities are clearly present and are wonderful. But as the sip gets to the back of your palate, there is a very odd pickle flavor that I have never experienced in whiskey before. The pickle flavor lingers on to the finish which fades into the sweet malt flavor I love from Chattanooga Whiskey. I assume the pickle note is from the Cabernet and malt flavors blending together. I am not a fan of pickles in general, so the pickle quality is a bit off putting for me. But the remainder of the profile of this bottle is very good. Overall, I think if you are looking for something unique, this one is definitely a unique expression.
Overview
| Distillery/Bottler | Chattanooga Whiskey |
| Bottle | Silver Oak Cabernet Cask Finished |
| Whiskey Type | Straight malt finished whiskey |
| Release/Batch | Finished series 3rd release, 23A06R |
| Proof | 95 |
| Age | At least 4 years |
| Color | Brown Sherry |
| Market Price | $59 |
| MSRP | $59 |
NOSE: 7/10
Deep Cabernet notes, chocolate malty sweetness
PALATE: 6/10
Great dark berries and molasses quality up front, oaky hints mid palate, pickle flavor on the back. Medium viscosity.
FINISH: 6/10
Medium finish, short lingering pickle flavor fades into sweet malt
EPIC CASK RATING:
Uniqueness: 8/10
Value: 6/10
Overall: 6/10
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