{"product_id":"stillmans-sonder-10-year-single-barrel-american-single-malt-3","title":"Stillman's Sonder 10 Year Single Barrel American Single Malt","description":"\u003cp\u003eStillman's Sonder Aged 10 Years Single Barrel Sauternes Barrel Finish is an American Single Malt Whiskey bottled at 48.2% ABV, crafted by Dancing Goat Distillery in Cambridge, Wisconsin. This single barrel expression showcases the artistry of American whiskey making with a distinctive French wine barrel finish that imparts layers of honeyed sweetness and elegant fruit notes to the traditional malt foundation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDancing Goat Distillery honors the quiet craftsmen who shape raw grain into liquid poetry, barrel by barrel, shift by shift. Originally distilled in Indiana and then aged, crafted, and bottled in Wisconsin's heartland, this whiskey represents a bridge between America's whiskey regions. The Sauternes barrel finish adds a sophisticated European touch to this Midwestern expression, creating a unique single barrel selection chosen by Jane Doe Bottle Shop for its exceptional character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Honeyed pear, toasted oak, vanilla custard, dried apricot, gentle malt sweetness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stone fruit compote, caramelized sugar, baking spices, roasted barley, white wine grape notes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium to long with lingering honey, oak tannins, and a whisper of Sauternes sweetness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpirit Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAmerican Single Malt Whiskey\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eABV\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e48.2% (96.4 Proof)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eVolume\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e700ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAge Statement\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 Years\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDistillery\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDancing Goat Distillery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRegion\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCambridge, Wisconsin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBarrel Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSauternes Barrel Finish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSelection\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSingle Barrel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eContemplative sipping:\u003c\/strong\u003e An invitation to pause and reflect, perfect for quiet evening moments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial occasions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Single barrel rarity makes this ideal for celebrating meaningful milestones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhiskey exploration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unique Sauternes finish offers something different for adventurous palates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGifting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wisconsin craft spirit with distinctive story appeals to whiskey collectors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat does Stillman's Sonder 10 Year taste like?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStillman's Sonder delivers a unique flavor profile combining traditional American single malt character with Sauternes barrel influence. You'll taste honeyed stone fruits, vanilla custard, and baking spices on the palate, with the French wine barrel adding layers of dried apricot and white wine grape notes that complement rather than overpower the whiskey's malt foundation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat makes this whiskey special compared to other American single malts?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis expression stands out due to its Sauternes barrel finish, which is uncommon in American whiskey. The combination of 10 years of aging with the honeyed sweetness from French dessert wine barrels creates a bridge between American craft distilling and European wine traditions, offering complexity that typical bourbon or rye barrels cannot achieve.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow should I drink Stillman's Sonder?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis whiskey is best enjoyed neat or with a few drops of water to open up the Sauternes barrel influence. The 48.2% ABV provides enough strength to carry the complex flavors without being overwhelming. Serve in a Glencairn glass at room temperature to fully appreciate the honeyed fruit notes and oak integration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this worth the price for a 10-year whiskey?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe value proposition is strong considering this is a single barrel selection with a unique Sauternes finish, aged for a full decade. The 700ml bottle size, craft distillery provenance, and distinctive flavor profile justify the premium over standard American single malts, especially for collectors seeking something truly different.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat whiskeys are similar to Stillman's Sonder?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you enjoy this, explore other American single malts with wine barrel finishes like Westland American Single Malt or Stranahan's. The fruit-forward profile also appeals to fans of Highland Scotch whiskies, though this maintains distinctly American character with its corn and wheat influences from the Midwest terroir.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eYou must be 21 years of age or older to purchase this product.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Stillman's Sonder","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43328803602506,"sku":"SS10YSBASM","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0670\/6095\/7258\/files\/front_578eccc4-7540-4f81-9efe-bdb7bdcbbf6f.jpg?v=1771611499","url":"https:\/\/theoldrickhouse.com\/products\/stillmans-sonder-10-year-single-barrel-american-single-malt-3","provider":"The Old Rickhouse","version":"1.0","type":"link"}