Rieger Extra Fine Cask Finished Kansas City Whiskey is a bold, complex expression bottled at 120.5 proof, representing the pre-Prohibition era craftsmanship of America's heartland. This distinctive Kansas City whiskey undergoes a unique finishing process in Tuve Vermouth casks for 4 years and 8 months, creating layers of complexity that honor the distillery's 1887 heritage. Jacob Rieger & Company traces its roots to Kansas City's golden age of whiskey, when it proudly held the title of "Largest Mail-Order Whiskey House in the United States." Today, they honor that legacy with this intricate blend of straight bourbon, straight rye, and light whiskeys, enhanced with a trace amount of 15-year dry sack oloroso especial sherry. The vermouth cask finishing adds an unexpected dimension that sets this Kansas City whiskey apart from traditional American expressions.

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Honey-soaked grain, dried herbs, sweet vermouth botanicals, charred oak, candied orange peel
• Palate: Rich caramel, rye spice, vermouth-driven herbaceous notes, dark chocolate, toasted almonds, sherry sweetness
• Finish: Long and warming with lingering vermouth complexity, oak tannins, baking spices, and a whisper of oxidized sherry

Product Details

Spirit Type	Kansas City Whiskey
ABV	60.25% (120.5 Proof)
Volume	750ml
Age Statement	NAS
Distillery	Jacob Rieger & Company, LLC
Region	Kansas City, Missouri
Barrel Type	Tuve Vermouth Cask Finished
Finishing Time	4 Years, 8 Months
Blend Components	Straight Bourbon, Straight Rye, Light Whiskeys, 15-Year Oloroso Sherry

Perfect For

• Contemplative Sipping: Best enjoyed neat or with a splash of water to unlock the vermouth cask complexity
• Whiskey Society Gatherings: A conversation starter that showcases American whiskey innovation
• Cold Weather Evenings: The high proof and rich flavors make it ideal for warming winter nights
• Cocktail Experimentation: The vermouth notes create unique opportunities for craft cocktail creation

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Rieger Extra Fine Cask Finished Kansas City Whiskey taste like?

This whiskey offers a complex flavor profile that balances traditional American whiskey characteristics with unique vermouth cask influences. The nose presents honey-soaked grain and sweet vermouth botanicals, while the palate delivers rich caramel and rye spice complemented by herbaceous notes from the vermouth finishing. The long finish features warming oak tannins and lingering vermouth complexity.

How should I drink this Kansas City whiskey?

Given its high proof at 120.5, this whiskey is best appreciated neat with a small splash of water to open up the complex flavors from the vermouth cask finishing. The water helps reveal the intricate interplay between the bourbon, rye, and sherry components while moderating the alcohol heat.

What makes this different from other American whiskeys?

The unique finishing in Tuve Vermouth casks for nearly 5 years sets this apart from traditional American whiskeys. This process, combined with the pre-Prohibition style blend of straight bourbon, rye, and light whiskeys with a touch of 15-year oloroso sherry, creates flavors typically not found in conventional bourbon or rye expressions.

Is this whiskey worth the investment for collectors?

This represents both historical significance and innovative finishing techniques from Jacob Rieger & Company's revival of Kansas City's whiskey heritage. The barrel selection by Andy's Spirits & More and the unique vermouth cask finishing make it a distinctive addition to any American whiskey collection, especially for those interested in regional expressions and innovative aging techniques.

What whiskeys are similar to this Kansas City expression?

While few American whiskeys use vermouth cask finishing, fans of complex, high-proof expressions like Booker's or barrel-proof ryes might appreciate the intensity. The pre-Prohibition style blend approach is reminiscent of historical American whiskey blending, though the vermouth finishing creates a category of its own in American whiskey.

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