Single Malt Whiskey

Virginia Distillery Co. Brewer’s Coalition Review! 

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Is this the ultimate lineup for stout lovers and whiskey enthusiasts alike? 🥃✨ 

Today on Your Bourbon Journey, Wayne and Rebecca are diving deep into the highly anticipated Brewer’s Coalition from Virginia Distillery Co.! We are breaking down and ranking three phenomenal American Single Malt Whiskies finished in cult-favorite craft beer barrels.

From an award-winning gingerbread finish to a legendary North Carolina chocolate stout, and a wild double milk stout blend featuring real Madagascar vanilla and raspberries—this tasting completely blew us away. Can these 100-proof single malts stand up to traditional bourbon? We taste them blindly, break down the complex notes of cocoa nibs, warming ginger, and strawberry ice cream, and reveal our ultimate winner!

BOTTLES FEATURED IN THIS VIDEO:

 🍪🍯🥃 Hardywood Gingerbread Stout Cask Finish 

🍫☕️💪 Foothills Brewing Sexual Chocolate Stout Cask Finish  

🍓🍦🍨 4 Hands Brewing Co. Madagascar Stout Cask Finish  

If you love unique whiskey finishes, craft beer stouts, or want to expand your single malt palate, this episode is a must-watch. Let us know in the comments: which of these brewery collaborations would you reach for first? Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and join us on the journey!

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Brewer’s Coalition: Hardywood Gingerbread Stout Cask Finish

  • Classification: American Single Malt Whisky
  • Distillery: Virginia Distillery Co.
  • Mash Bill: 100% Malted Barley
  • Age: Aged over 5 years in ex-bourbon casks before secondary finishing
  • Proof: 100
  • SRP: $49.99 (700mL)
  • Released: Fall 2024 (Ranked #17 on Whisky Advocate’s Top 20 of 2024)
  • Other: Finished in casks that previously held Richmond-based Hardywood’s cult-favorite Imperial Stout brewed with local baby ginger and wildflower honey. 
  • Purchased: 04/03/26 for $49.99 at Virginia Distillery Co. Online

Brewer’s Coalition: Foothills Brewing Sexual Chocolate Stout Cask

  • Classification: American Single Malt Whisky
  • Distillery: Virginia Distillery Co.
  • Mash Bill: 100% Malted Barley
  • Age: Aged over 5 years in ex-bourbon casks before secondary finishing
  • Proof: 100
  • SRP: $54.99 (700mL)
  • Released: Late 2025
  • Other: Finished in barrels that once held Foothills Brewing’s (Winston-Salem, NC) famous cocoa-infused Imperial Stout. 
  • Purchased: 04/03/26 for $54.99 at Virginia Distillery Co. Online

Brewer’s Coalition: 4 Hands Brewing Co. Madagascar Stout Cask

  • Classification: American Single Malt Whisky
  • Distillery: Virginia Distillery Co.
  • Mash Bill: 100% Malted Barley
  • Age: ~5 years primary maturation in Heaven Hill ex-bourbon barrels, followed by a 10-month secondary finish in the stout casks.
  • Proof: 100
  • SRP: $54.99 (700mL)
  • Released: Early 2026
  • Other: A unique blend utilizing four 53-gallon casks from 4 Hands Brewing (St. Louis, MO): three that held Madagascar Raspberry Milk Stout and one that held Madagascar Vanilla Milk Stout. 
  • Purchased: 04/03/26 for $54.99 at Virginia Distillery Co. Online

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NOTE: The spirits in this review were purchased by us. We were not compensated by the spirit producer for this review. This is simply our opinion based on what we tasted on this day. Please drink responsibly.

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Bourbon Trail Beyond the Bluegrass! Episode 22: Our “Accidental Discovery” at Mike Curphy Distillery, San Diego!

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Get ready for a bourbon adventure like no other! In Episode 22 of our Bourbon Trail Adventures, we’re busting out of Kentucky and heading all the way to sunny San Diego, California! Prepare to be amazed as we unveil our first-ever California distillery visit and our 27th overall landmark – the incredible Mike Curphy Distillery.

This wasn’t just a stop; it was an “accidental distillery discovery” that turned into a truly unforgettable blessing! Join us as we pull back the curtain on this serendipitous encounter. We’ll share our incredibly fond memories of meeting the visionary Mike Curphy himself, diving deep into his captivating family legacy of whiskey-making, and so much more. You won’t believe the story behind this hidden gem!

But the journey doesn’t stop there! We’re uncorking a bottle and tasting one of the unique spirits we brought home that day: Uisage-Beatha, a phenomenal Single Malt Whiskey. If our memory serves us right, this was a groundbreaking moment – the very first American Single Malt we’d ever tasted, and it left a lasting impression! Get ready for our honest reactions and tasting notes.

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Cheers to exploration, discovery, and exceptional spirits! 🥃 Let’s continue to explore the incredible world of bourbon together!

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In this series, Bourbon Trail Tales & Tastes, we navigate the rich tapestry of our memorable experiences on the Bourbon Trail, a journey that has undeniably enriched our appreciation for this iconic American spirit. We tackle intriguing questions such as: What stands out as the most profound memory of that bourbon trail experience, one that has etched itself firmly in our minds? What exceptional and bourbon or whiskey did we discover during this journey, perhaps one that surprised us with its intricate and delightful flavor profiles? What lasting impressions do we have of that bourbon or whiskey today, as we reflect on its complexities and how they resonate with our evolving palates and preferences? Through this exploration, we passionately recount our adventures and celebrate the stories and connections we’ve forged along the way, highlighting the essence of the Bourbon Trail.

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ABOUT THE BOTTLE REVIEWED

✴️ Uisage-Beatha (Ooshky Baya – The Water of Life)

  • Classification: Single Malt Whiskey
  • Distillery: Mike Curphy Distillery
  • Age: 6 Months
  • Proof: 80
  • Released: 2022
  • Purchased: 11/25/22 for $79.95 at the Mike Curphy Distillery

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NOTE: The spirit in this review was purchased by us. We were not compensated by the spirit producer for this review. This is simply our opinion based on what we tasted on this day. Please drink responsibly.

HIDDEN WHISKEY GEM! Cedar Ridge QuintEssential & Single Cask! 

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🔥 Iowa Whiskey DISCOVERY! 🔥 We’re diving headfirst into the award-winning world of Cedar Ridge Distillery in Swisher, Iowa! 🌾 Get ready for a DOUBLE dose of American Single Malt magic as we review their flagship QuintEssential American Single Malt (the legend!) AND a rare gem from their Single Cask Series – Ex-Bourbon Cask! 🥃 Join us as we unlock the hidden flavors of Iowa’s FIRST distillery since Prohibition (yes, you heard that right!). We’re talking deep dives into the nose, palate, and ALL the delicious details. Will these bottles live up to the hype? Will we find a new favorite? 🤔 Hit play to find out! 

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ABOUT THESE BOTTLES

✴️ The QuintEssential American Single Malt Whiskey

The richness of our American Single Malt Whiskey is strengthened by our immediate access to fresh, once-used barrels from a variety of sources, including our own wine and Port casks. The complexity of The QuintEssential develops as we add each unique finishing cask in the proper proportion. There is an element of interest or surprise being incorporated into the overall blend with each addition from our arsenal of complex casks. 

  • 🥃Classification: American Single Malt Whiskey
  • Distillery: Cedar Ridge Distillery
  • Mash Bill: 100% 2-Row Pale Malted Barley
  • Age: NAS (at least 4-5 Years Old)
  • Proof: 92
  • MSRP: $59.99
  • Released: 2021
  • Other: Batch 008
  • Purchased: 01/10/25 for $59.99 online from Cedar Ridge

✴️ The QuintEssential Single Cask Series – Ex-Bourbon Cask

The QuintEssential Single Cask Series explores our award winning American Single Malt in our most unique single cask selections. Aged in an ex-bourbon cask to highlight the unique flavors of our American Single Malt Whiskey in its truest form. The barrels were hand-selected by Murphy Quint, Master Distiller & Master Blender of Cedar Ridge, and release as single barrels at true cask strength.

  • 🥃Classification: American Single Malt Whiskey
  • Distillery: Cedar Ridge Distillery
  • Mash Bill: 100% 2-Row Pale Malted Barley
  • Age: 7 Years
  • Proof: 124.3
  • MSRP: $69.99
  • Released: 2024
  • Other: Cask 15-56
  • Purchased: 01/10/25 for $79.99 online from Cedar Ridge

Cedar Ridge Distillery: https://cedarridgedistillery.com/ 

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NOTE: The spirits in this review were purchased by us. We were not compensated by the spirit producer for this review. This is simply our opinion based on what we tasted on this day. Please drink responsibly.