Detour Spirits – French Connection is a once‑in‑a‑lifetime bottling that embodies history and rarity. In the 1990s, an unusual exchange took place: Scotland traded whisky new‑make for French cognac new‑make, resulting in a handful of casks being filled and matured in Scotland.
- Type: Single cask Cognac
- Distillery of Origin: Undisclosed, Petit Champagne region
- Cask Type: Ex‑bourbon hogshead
- Filling Date: December 1996
- Bottling Date: November 2022
- ABV: 40.7%
- Vol: 0.7L
- Release Size: Limited to 111 bottles
- Flavour Profile: Think of Mon Cheri bon-bons minus sweetness. Super dark chocolate with hints of maraschino cherries. No dried figs or dates in the taste profile.
- Character: Rich, smooth, with layers of oak, dried fruit, and subtle spice.
We do not recommend this bottling for Cognac lovers, as they would miss the signatory dried fig & date, and sweeter profile of matured brandy. However, this is a great addition to whisky lover or general enthusiast who wants to explore interesting taste profiles.
This bottling is not only a cognac but a piece of spirits history, as such exchanges are no longer possible and will not be repeated. The name French Connection reflects the Franco‑Scottish collaboration that gave birth to this unique cask.
Perfect for collectors seeking ultra‑rare releases or rum enthusiasts looking for a story in every sip, French Connection offers a refined, elegant profile and a truly limited availability.