“Tanager represents the fruits of years of cautious mixing and growing old experience. Through the use of the Petites Eaux method, weʼve created a whiskey that gives a novel complexity, with layers that reveal one thing new with every sip,ˮ mentioned Nancy Fraley, Grasp Blender at Nonetheless Austin.
The grain-to-glass distillery introduces its most premium providing thus far, utilizing the traditional Petites Eaux mixing method
Nonetheless Austin Whiskey Co., the primary true grain-to-glass distillery to open in Austin, Texas, for the reason that finish of Prohibition, proudly unveils its most prestigious launch but: Tanager Cigar Mix Whiskey. As Nonetheless Austinʼs most premium whiskey thus far, Tanager (MSRP $149.00) showcases a masterful mix of artistry and innovation, utilizing the old-world Petites Eaux (“Small Watersˮ) mixing method.
Crafted from a mix of purple, white, and blue corn bourbon, together with choose rye and malted barley, Tanager is a testomony to the distilleryʼs dedication to premium high quality. Aged for no less than 5 years, this super-premium whiskey was chosen by Nonetheless Austinʼs Grasp Blender Nancy Fraley and Head Distiller John Schrepel for its distinctive qualities.
To craft Nonetheless Austinʼs most premium providing thus far, Nancy and John mixed Nonetheless Austinʼs best six-year-old excessive rye bourbon with pure Texas water, permitting it to age at 50 proof for a minimum of a 12 months earlier than including it to the bottom whiskey for closing proofing. The traditional Petites Eaux mixing method has been practiced for hundreds of years within the Cognac and Armagnac areas of France. Petites Eaux creates a wealthy and complicated taste profile, including extra caramelized wooden sugars and size to the palate of the ultimate product. Just like the bourbon apply of ‘barrel rinsing,ʼ the small waters strategy takes this idea additional by extending the growing old course of. For Tanager, the result’s a cigar mix whiskey with a remarkably candy and gentle end.
“Tanager represents the fruits of years of cautious mixing and growing old experience. Through the use of the Petites Eaux method, weʼve created a whiskey that gives a novel complexity, with layers that reveal one thing new with every sip,ˮ mentioned Nancy Fraley, Grasp Blender at Nonetheless Austin. “Attending to leverage Texasʼ distinctive climate to supply such a easy sipper in simply 5 years is a profession spotlight.ˮ
Whereas Petites Eaux originated in France, the method works exceptionally nicely in Texasʼ distinctive local weather. Growing old water in Texasʼ sizzling summers and dramatic temperature shifts ends in unparalleled depth and taste, producing superior high quality that may not be matched in different areas.
“In contrast to conventional cigar blends, which frequently depend on ending barrels sourced globally from sherry, rum, or cognac, Nonetheless Austinʼs Tanager stands aside,ˮ mentioned John Screpel, Head Distiller at Nonetheless Austin. “This whiskey attracts its strong taste profile solely from Texas substances, without having for ending barrels. The result’s an genuine Texas expression—wealthy, daring, and reflective of the regionʼs distinctive terroir.ˮ
Every bottle of Tanager is a visible and sensory murals. The packaging options an authentic hand-painted piece by famend Texas artist Marc Burckhardt, whose whimsical but grounded fashion superbly pays tribute to Texasʼ panorama and simple distinctive terroir. On the coronary heart of his art work stands the Summer time Tanager chicken – Nonetheless Austinʼs iconic image of creativity discovered on every flagship bottle label – seen basking within the solar, a gorgeous complement to the murals discovered contained in the bottle.
“Tanager is the epitome of our dedication to Texas, our heritage, and our dedication to creating wonderful Texas whiskeys,ˮ mentioned Chris Seals, Co-Founder and CEO of Nonetheless Austin. “Each bottle of Tanager tells a narrative of endurance, artistry, and the spirit of Texas. From its Texas-grown substances to its wealthy taste, Tanager is a fearlessly distinctive whiskey that embodies all the things we stand for at Nonetheless Austin.ˮ
Tanager can be obtainable for buy in Nonetheless Austinʼs tasting room starting December 6, 2024, and can be obtainable alongside Nonetheless Austinʼs flagship expressions in choose markets nationwide shortly after.
