The Empyrean II is a union of bourbon aged in both red port and white port casks, finished separately and blended in secret to reveal new layers of fruit, spice, and confection. This 8 year old, 111.5 proof cask strength bourbon features a mash bill of 60% Corn, 36% Rye, and 4% Malted Barley, Bright florals and raspberry preserves rise first, followed by warm shortbread, honeyed jam, and soft oak beneath. Richly textured and quietly decadent, it unfolds like dessert by candlelight. Tasting Notes NOSE Bright and expressive, opening with orchard blossoms and freshly cut fruit before unfolding into raspberry thumbprint cookies and warm shortbread fresh from the oven. Soft pastry sweetness and delicate florals linger beneath the surface, inviting another pass. PALATE Waves of ripe red fruit and honeyed jam preserves arrive first, layered with baking spice and gentle oak. Richly coating and luxuriously textured, it rolls across the palate with a seamless balance of sweetness, spice, and structure, lifted by subtle floral tones. FINISH Long, warm, and quietly indulgent. Baking spice lingers as the fruit deepens toward plum and fig, with soft oak and fading sweetness carrying through the final moments. Smooth, comforting, and difficult to put down.
