Larrikin Decade 100% Rye Cognac Cask is a 10-year-old Canadian rye whiskey sourced from Alberta Distillery and finished in cognac barrels by Larrikin Bourbon Company. The whiskey was distilled from 100% rye and finished in a 105-gallon cognac cask before being bottled at 122.4 proof (61.2% ABV). It sells for around $110.
While the bouquet skews sweet, the palate takes an immediate detour with a robust hit of pine needles. With the pine making a prompt impression, the crispness begins to fade to sweet honey, complemented by spicy cloves. The brightness soon returns with notes of lively lemon zest and a mouthfeel that smacks of citrus oil.