Description
This is not just bourbonits a duet of craft and culture. The Smashing Pumpkins collaboration brings FEWs signature spicy-sweet whiskey into avant-garde territory with the infusion of Midnight Rose black tea, yielding an expression thats as layered and emotive as the bands soundscapes.
Origins & Craftsmanship
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A hand-crafted creation by FEW Spirits of Evanston, Illinois, known for innovative small-batch whiskey.
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Starts with their flagship Straight Bourbon mash bill: 70% corn, 20% rye, 10% malted barley.
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Post-distillation, bottled at 93 proof (46.5% ABV) using Midnight Rose black teacrafted by Billy Corgan of Smashing Pumpkins and sourced from his tea shop, Madame Zuzus.
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This creative infusion approach is part of FEWs unconventional method of using an ingredient other than water to proofechoing their past playful experiments.
Tasting Profile
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Aroma & Nose: Richly inviting, combining rose water and black tea with classic bourbon notes of caramel, vanilla, sandalwood.
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Palate: Smooth and aromatic, with delicate hints of rose and lemon peel, sweet orange slice candy, lingering spice, and subtle floral memory.
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Finish: Long and evocativenotes of tea-driven rose fade into gentle oak spice and warmth, making for a memorable, contemplative finish.
Quick Overview
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Mash Bill | 70% corn / 20% rye / 10% malted barley |
| Infusion | Midnight Rose black tea (rose petals) from Madame Zuzus |
| Proof / ABV | 93 proof (46.5% ABV) |
| Flavor Profile | Rose water, sandalwood, caramel, vanilla, black tea, citrus peel, spice |
| Texture & Finish | Bold, layered, floral-spiced, long finish |
| Style & Occasion | A contemplative pourneat or on a large rock; ideal for fans of both whiskey and alternative rock |
| Artistic Legacy | A rare whiskey collaboration with The Smashing Pumpkins, available in limited quantities |
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