The life of Sam Brannan – the visionary genius behind California’s Gold Rush – was marked with both spectacular prosperity and magnificent failure. Brannan’s Calistoga Distillery gained much acclaim before he fell victim to financial ruin, and this expertly crafted bourbon whiskey pays homage to the entrepreneurial spirit of his original Calistoga Distillery. Prosperous & Penniless Rye Malt Whiskey is the artful marriage of ryes distilled in 2013 and wheat from 2010, crafting a harmonious blend. The rye underwent a meticulous maturation journey, embracing diverse aging methods that encompassed new American oak, century-old cognac barrels, and used Cabernet Sauvignon Fine French oak casks from Buena Vista Winery. This intricate process bestows a velvety texture upon the rye, accompanied by subtleties of citrus and luscious fruit undertones.
Combination of new American oak barrels, used Cognac barrels, and finished in Cabernet Sauvignon French oak casks of Buena Vista winery.