Brand/Distillery: Bhakta Spirits
Region: Vermont, USA
Age Statement: Average age of 15 years
ABV: 50% ABV (100 Proof)
Mash Bill: 60% 2018 vintage American straight rye whiskey, 30% XO Calvados (apple or pear-based brandy from Normandy, France), 10% Armagnac (grape-based brandy from Gascony, France) from vintages including 1928, 1941, 1962, 1973, and 1996

Tasting Notes:

Appearance: Golden orange hue
Nose: Custard, caramel, and vanilla aromas
Palate: Oak, vanilla, and spice flavors
Mouthfeel: Rich and complex with a balanced profile
Finish: Lingering oak and mellow tannins

Food Pairings: Roasted duck with apple glaze, aged gouda cheese, dark chocolate-covered almonds

Ideal Serving Suggestions:
Neat, On the Rocks, or Cocktail – Best enjoyed neat to appreciate its complexity.
Recommended Cocktail: Suitable for classic cocktails like an Old Fashioned or Manhattan.

Overall Impression: Bhakta 1928 Vermont Whiskey Perfecte is a unique blend that harmoniously combines the boldness of American rye whiskey with the fruitiness of Calvados and the depth of aged Armagnac. This fusion offers a rich and complex tasting experience that stands out in the world of premium spirits.