{"product_id":"old-elk-double-wheat-750ml","title":"Old Elk Double Wheat 750ml","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOld Elk Double Wheat Straight Whiskey\u003c\/strong\u003e is a bold, innovative American whiskey from Old Elk Distillery in Fort Collins, Colorado, created by blending two wheat-driven whiskey styles into one remarkably rich expression.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePart of Old Elk’s \u003cstrong\u003eMaster’s Blend Series\u003c\/strong\u003e, Double Wheat brings together the distillery’s Straight Wheat Whiskey and Wheated Bourbon. The resulting blend emphasizes wheat far beyond what is typically found in American bourbon, producing an equivalent mash bill of \u003cstrong\u003e71.5% wheat, 25% corn, and 3.5% malted barley\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe whiskey is composed of mature stocks aged between \u003cstrong\u003esix and eight years\u003c\/strong\u003e, giving the grain time to develop layers of sweetness, oak, fruit, and spice. Old Elk’s wheat whiskey itself is built around soft red winter wheat, a grain the distillery values for its naturally smooth and sweet character. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBottled at a robust \u003cstrong\u003e53.55% ABV (107.1 proof)\u003c\/strong\u003e, Double Wheat retains substantial concentration and body. Despite the higher proof, wheat helps create a creamy, rounded profile characterized by \u003cstrong\u003evanilla, crème brûlée, butterscotch, brown sugar, candied nuts, seasoned oak, and a touch of ginger-like spice\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOld Elk also employs its proprietary \u003cstrong\u003eSlow Cut® proofing process\u003c\/strong\u003e, gradually adding water over an extended period rather than proofing the whiskey rapidly. The distillery says this approach is intended to preserve lighter and more delicate flavors that can otherwise be lost during proofing. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDouble Wheat is best enjoyed neat to appreciate its full texture and wheat-driven sweetness. At 107.1 proof, adding a few drops of water can reveal additional aromatic layers, while serving it over a large ice cube gradually softens its strength.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor collectors and whiskey drinkers looking beyond conventional bourbon and rye, \u003cstrong\u003eOld Elk Double Wheat\u003c\/strong\u003e offers a distinctive exploration of wheat’s potential in American whiskey—combining mature whiskey, high proof, and an exceptionally wheat-forward composition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Old Elk\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExpression:\u003c\/strong\u003e Double Wheat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeries:\u003c\/strong\u003e Master’s Blend Series\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCategory:\u003c\/strong\u003e American Whiskey\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClassification:\u003c\/strong\u003e Straight Whiskey\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wheat-Forward Blended Straight Whiskey\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMash Bill Equivalent:\u003c\/strong\u003e 71.5% Wheat, 25% Corn, 3.5% Malted Barley\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAge:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6–8 Years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eABV:\u003c\/strong\u003e 53.55%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProof:\u003c\/strong\u003e 107.1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBottle Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 750ml\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fort Collins, Colorado, USA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProofing Method:\u003c\/strong\u003e Slow Cut® \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTasting Profile\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sweet wheat, vanilla, brown sugar, butterscotch and mature oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Creamy and rich with crème brûlée, caramelized sweetness, candied nuts, vanilla and seasoned oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long and warming with sweet wheat, oak and a touch of ginger-pepper spice. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAward Recognition\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOld Elk Double Wheat has earned significant recognition, including \u003cstrong\u003eDouble Gold at the 2022 San Francisco World Spirits Competition\u003c\/strong\u003e and another \u003cstrong\u003eDouble Gold in 2024\u003c\/strong\u003e. It also received \u003cstrong\u003eGold at the 2024 ASCOT Awards\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Old Elk","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48223844368629,"sku":"VWS200427093","price":99.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0768\/0481\/7141\/files\/be2d1214-2c04-11ee-a40e-0a0c0e00668b.jpg?v=1787338717","url":"https:\/\/captaincaskwell.com\/products\/old-elk-double-wheat-750ml","provider":"Captain Caskwell","version":"1.0","type":"link"}