Maxim – Spirit Of The Week: Lost Lantern Opulent Orchard 7-Year-Old Apple Brandy-Finished Rye Whiskey

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“In this case, the whole focus of our Spring 2025 Collection is on how American distilleries are pushing finishing into a new era,” Nora Ganley-Roper explains to Maxim. “We’re showcasing something that is happening in real time.” The concept of ‘finishing’ being, after a whiskey has matured in its initial barrel (usually American oak, always virgin wood for bourbon), using second and sometimes third barrels to tweak flavors and dial in certain notes without using any artificial processes or ingredients. “It’s an area where we’re seeing constant innovation as producers continue to explore new flavors and new types of casks that are rooted in their local area,” she adds. “All of that means that this collection has the widest range of flavors we’ve ever done.”

The co-founder of the always curious and inspiring Lost Lantern whiskey label is sharing the creative vision behind their latest collection of whiskeys. The Vermont-based duo of Ganley-Roper and Adam Polonski are known for their artistry in blending and highlighting the best of American whiskey from across the country—taking the idea of ‘craft whiskey’ to the next level by sourcing casks from lesser-known distilleries and small, family-run operations, and elevating them into one-of-a-kind releases. Consider last year’s Spring 2024 Collection which focused on ryes sourced from across the Midwest, the highlight being the Spirit of the Week Far Flung Rye.

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