Iowa Whiskey with a Red Wine Cask Finish
Slipknot No.9 Red Cask pairs Cedar Ridge's bourbon and rye whiskeys with an additional year in the distillery's own red wine casks before blending. Bottled at 48% ABV in a 750 mL bottle, it brings a wine-cask variation to the Iowa band's whiskey collaboration. Discover more in our Slipknot whiskey collection.
Product Details
| Distillery | Cedar Ridge Distillery |
|---|---|
| Origin | Iowa, United States |
| Style | Blend of bourbon and rye whiskeys, finished in red wine casks |
| Bottle size | 750 mL |
| Alcohol | 48% ABV |
| Finishing | One additional year in estate-owned red wine casks |
| Grain recipe | 51% corn, 35% malted rye, 14% malted barley |
| Packaging | Not included |
Tasting Notes
The following flavour notes are summarised from Japanese retailer PGS's description of Red Cask, rather than a personal tasting.
- Nose: A separate aroma assessment has not been verified in the source material used here.
- Palate: Vanilla and dark chocolate, with cinnamon, dried cherry and a cornbread-like sweetness. PGS also describes a berry acidity from the wine-cask influence.
- Finish: Toffee apple, charred oak and clove, with a light tannic edge.
A Collaboration Rooted in Iowa
Slipknot and Cedar Ridge announced their whiskey partnership in June 2019. Red Cask builds on that collaboration with a further maturation step: the distillery finishes aged bourbon and rye in its red wine casks before blending. That finishing stage is the defining feature of this release; it is not a total age statement.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Red Cask mean?
Cedar Ridge states that the component whiskeys spend an additional year in estate-owned red wine casks before blending. The bottle also identifies a red wine barrel finish.
Is this a bourbon or a rye whiskey?
The producer describes it as a blend of bourbon and rye whiskeys. The finished product is sold as Iowa whiskey.
What size and strength is this edition?
This bottle contains 750 mL at 48% ABV. It is the Red Cask edition, distinct from the original No.9 and No.9 Reserve releases.
How should I serve it?
As a serving suggestion, try a small pour neat first, then add a little water or ice to suit your preference.
Will I need to pay import duties or taxes?
Under our shipping policy, international orders are sent DDU. Any applicable customs duties, import taxes and local fees are the customer's responsibility and are excluded from product and shipping prices. Check the requirements for your destination: the US, UK and individual EU destinations do not share a single set of charges or import rules.
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Our return and exchange policy generally treats sales as final and does not accept change-of-mind returns. For damaged or incorrect items, contact us within 7 days of signing for the parcel and obtain a Return Number before sending anything back. Keep incorrect items unopened; photograph breakages safely. Approved refunds go to the original payment method.
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