The World Whiskey Society 20 Year American Light Whiskey Cigar Blend, known as the Gothic Edition, is one of the most decadent and visually striking releases in the WWS Reserve Collection. Presented in an ornate, gothic inspired decanter complete with an embossed gargoyle and a pewter dragon topper, it is as much a collectible objet as it is a whiskey. The liquid is a genuinely rare proposition: American light whiskey, a distinct category distilled to a higher proof than bourbon and matured in used or uncharred oak for a smoother, lighter profile ideally suited to long aging, here aged for an extraordinary 20 years. World Whiskey Society then took that mature base and finished it across six different cask types, a remarkable and complex regimen drawing on Cognac, Tawny Port, Awamori, Tequila, PX Sherry, and Madeira casks. Each cask contributes its own layer, with the PX Sherry and Madeira lending dried figs and raisins, the Cognac adding caramel, toffee, and leather, the tequila a soft spice, and the Awamori an earthy, herbal nuance. The result is a cigar blend, an expression specifically composed to stand up to and complement the bold, earthy, smoky character of a fine cigar. Bottled at an approachable 48 percent ABV, it pours a deep amber and offers an opulent nose of dried figs, golden raisins, caramel, toffee, and aged tobacco leaves, leading to a full bodied palate of dark chocolate, roasted hazelnuts, and dried plums brightened by citrus and herbal undertones, before a long, contemplative finish. Released in extremely limited, individually numbered quantities, it is a prized gem for collectors, cigar lovers, and whiskey aficionados alike.
ABV / Proof
| Brand |
World Whiskey Society |
| Producer |
World Whiskey Society |
| Category |
American Light Whiskey (Reserve Collection) |
| Expression |
20 Year Cigar Blend, Gothic Edition |
| Age Statement |
20 Years |
| Mashbill |
American light whiskey (sourced, likely MGP; high proof distillate) |
| Maturation |
Aged 20 years, then finished in six casks: Cognac, Tawny Port, Awamori, Tequila, PX Sherry, and Madeira |
| Bottling |
Limited, individually numbered; ornate gothic decanter with gargoyle topper |
| ABV |
48% |
| Proof |
96 |
| Bottle Size |
750ml |
| Country |
United States |
| Region |
United States (sourced; likely Indiana) |
Tasting Notes
Color: Deep amber.
Nose: Opulent dried figs, golden raisins, and aged tobacco, with caramel, toffee, and leather.
Palate: Full bodied, with dark chocolate, roasted hazelnuts, and dried plums, brightened by citrus and herbal undertones.
Finish: Long and contemplative, with lingering dark fruit, oak, and soft spice.
FAQ
What is American light whiskey? A distinct American category distilled to a higher proof than bourbon and aged in used or uncharred oak, giving a smoother, lighter profile well suited to long aging and cask finishing.
What does cigar blend mean? It is a whiskey specifically composed to complement a fine cigar, with deep sweetness, spice, and richness that hold up against bold tobacco flavors.
How is it finished? After 20 years of aging, it is finished across six cask types: Cognac, Tawny Port, Awamori, Tequila, PX Sherry, and Madeira.
What proof is it? 96 proof, or 48 percent ABV. As a limited release, confirm the exact figure on the bottle.
How rare is it? Extremely limited and individually numbered, released as part of the WWS Reserve Collection in a collectible gothic decanter.
Where can I buy the WWS 20 Year Cigar Blend online? Available here at Liquor On Broadway while stock lasts, with fast insured shipping nationwide.
