Old Elk Cigar Cut Island Blend is a limited-edition whiskey from Old Elk Distillery in Fort Collins, Colorado, crafted with MGP-sourced high-malt bourbon, straight rye and straight wheat whiskeys. Each whiskey is aged at least six years and finished in port, sauternes, sherry and rum barrels. Bottled at 111.7 proof, it has an suggested retail price of $130.
Old Elk has a winner here in its Cigar Cut Island Blend expression. Mastery of blending shows itself in the best of ways, especially given the mix of whiskey styles and barrel types in this offering. This will be great with cigars or just a summer sipper on a warm night. It’s a true gem to add to your home bar.
I wasn’t necessarily certain that the phrase “Island Blend” conjured up the Cigar Cut vibe exactly, but it seems apropos after tasting this one. It feels like a nice celebratory dram, with no shortage of character. A winner for Old Elk.
