NEW YORK, Feb. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The I.W.
Harper brand is introducing a new spirit to its timeless
collection: Cabernet Cask Reserve. This Kentucky Straight Bourbon
Whiskey finished in Cabernet Casks joins the line-up of the brand's
original Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey and the 15 Year Old
expression. Seven years after the brand's relaunch, I.W. Harper is
introducing this classic whiskey with exceptional style and
substance. Celebrating the legacy and inspiration of the golden era
combined with modern refinement, Cabernet Cask Reserve brings out
the whiskey and wine-finished flavors in exquisite harmony.
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Cabernet Cask Reserve is a Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
aged for four years in new charred American oak barrels, then
perfected in luxury California Cabernet Sauvignon casks and bottled
at Stitzel-Weller Distillery, one of the true cathedrals of the
American Whisky industry. This spirit takes the distinct character
of fine Cabernet wine and pairs it with the brand's bold bourbon to
create a clean, dark fruit and wine-like aromatics, along with an
exceptionally complex flavor.
Cabernet Cask Reserve (90 proof/45% ABV) delights whiskey lovers
with a smooth and smoky taste of rich oak and vanilla out front, a
hint of dark fruit on the backbeat, followed by a clean and smooth
finish. While recommended to enjoy neat, consumers are encouraged
to enjoy Cabernet Cask Reserve on the rocks or as the key
ingredient in a cocktail, such as the
Exquisite Harmony.
Created by the co-owners of the Atlanta-based lifestyle brand Whiskey
& Rosemary, Erika Moore and
Raquel Ravenell specially crafted
the Exquisite Harmony cocktail to bring out the complex flavors of
the I.W. Harper Cabernet Cask Reserve.
Exquisite Harmony Cocktail
1.5 oz. I.W. Harper Cabernet Cask Reserve
1 oz. Honey Syrup
1.25 oz. Cranberry
3 Dashes Aromatic Bitters
3 Dashes Chocolate Bitters
1 Sprig Rosemary
Garnish: Dried Grapefruit
Glassware: Rocks
Method: Add rosemary to a cocktail shaker and muddle
for 7 seconds. Add honey syrup and I.W. Harper Cabernet Cask. Stir
until honey dissolves. Add all other ingredients. Add ice. Shake
vigorously for 20 seconds. Strain over ice. Garnish with dried
grapefruit slice.
In celebration of the Cabernet Cask Reserve launch, I.W. Harper
is collaborating with Social Studies, the go-to- resource for all
things entertaining. The companies will be offering consumers
specialty at-home kits with products from diverse creators such as
Black and women-owned businesses. Kits include place settings for
four with a mix of rentable items such as plates and flatware, as
well as keepable items like Estelle Colored Glasses, Ian James napkin rings and coasters and a few
treats and cocktail garnishes that complement Cabernet Cask
Reserve. This kit will be available for rent from February 15 through March 14 on the Social
Studies website for $90 per
guest.
"We're thrilled to be introducing this special spirit from the
I.W. Harper portfolio," said Gustavo
Salguero, Senior Brand Manager Irish & North American
Whiskeys at Diageo. "Our Innovation, Liquid and Supply teams
distilled an exquisite spirit and designed a stunning packaging to
continue the legacy of I.W. Harper's golden era, as we refine our
whiskey with a flavorful modern twist."
This expression's suggested retail price
is $49.99 (750 mL) and will be available for purchase in
the U.S. at select retailers and Drizly.com.
I.W. Harper encourages consumers to please drink responsibly.
For more information about I.W. Harper Cabernet Cask Reserve,
please visit https://www.iwharper.com/whiskeys.
About I.W. Harper
The story of I.W. Harper begins
when German immigrant Isaac Wolfe
(I.W.) Bernheim arrived in America with $4 and a dream. In 1872, Isaac and his brother
Bernard founded their own liquor company as whiskey wholesale
dealers and began bottling bourbon as I.W. Harper Kentucky Straight
Bourbon Whiskey. The spirit quickly gained popularity around the
world, leading the brand to shift its focus to the Asian market and
cease distribution in the United
States by the end of the 1980s. Over 20 years later, the
I.W. Harper brand has made its comeback to the U.S., bringing with
it a commitment to refinement and authenticity that its original
founders embraced.
About Diageo
Diageo is a global leader in beverage
alcohol with an outstanding collection of brands across spirits,
beer and wine categories. These brands include Johnnie
Walker, Crown Royal, J&B, Buchanan's, Windsor whiskies, Smirnoff, Ciroc and Ketel
One vodkas, Captain Morgan, Baileys, Don Julio, Tanqueray and
Guinness.
Diageo is a global company, and our products are sold in more
than 180 countries around the world. The company is listed on
both the London Stock Exchange (DGE) and the New York Stock
Exchange (DEO). For more information about Diageo, our
people, our brands, and our performance, visit us
at www.diageo.com. Visit Diageo's global responsible
drinking resource, www.DRINKiQ.com, for information, initiatives,
and ways to share best practices.
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