Inside the Barrel with Bardstown Bourbon Co. Master Blender Dan Callaway
with chad spalding, Account managerBardstown Bourbon Company’s Collaborative Series: Ferrand II Cognac Cask Finished (2025 release) brings together Kentucky whiskey heritage and the influence of Maison Ferrand Cognac from France. The second release in the partnership, Ferrand II builds on the original with a blend of mature bourbons and rye whiskey that highlights Bardstown’s innovative approach to finishing.
The whiskey combines 9-, 11-, and 12-year-old Kentucky bourbons with a 6-year-old rye before spending 15 months in Ferrand Cognac casks. The result is a layered whiskey with remarkable depth that balances Cognac-driven richness with rye spice and a long, refined finish.
We sat down with Bardstown Bourbon Company Master Blender Dan Callaway to learn more about their craft and where you can find this special blend.
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Check out Whisky Advocate’s full review here.
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