{"product_id":"stranahans-mountain-angel-12-year-old-single-malt-whiskey-batch-2","title":"Stranahan's Mountain Angel 12 Year Old Single Malt Whiskey Batch 2","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"68\" data-start=\"27\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"inline align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline cursor-pointer\"\u003eStranahan’s Mountain Angel 12 Year Old Single Malt Whiskey\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e is an ultra-premium expression from one of America’s pioneering craft single malt producers—aged a full \u003cstrong data-end=\"185\" data-start=\"173\"\u003e12 years\u003c\/strong\u003e in high-altitude Colorado conditions and finished in Port wine casks. The result is a \u003cstrong data-end=\"310\" data-start=\"272\"\u003erich, layered American single malt\u003c\/strong\u003e whose complexity, nuance, and polished balance rival whiskies well beyond its category, rewarding slow sipping and thoughtful exploration. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"492\" data-start=\"489\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1211\" data-start=\"494\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"521\" data-start=\"494\"\u003eOrigins \u0026amp; Craftsmanship\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"524\" data-start=\"521\"\u003eStranahan’s, Colorado’s first legal post-Prohibition distillery, has been a leader in defining \u003cstrong data-end=\"651\" data-start=\"619\"\u003eAmerican single malt whiskey\u003c\/strong\u003e—a category built on \u003cstrong data-end=\"741\" data-start=\"672\"\u003e100% malted barley, Rocky Mountain spring water, and barrel aging\u003c\/strong\u003e at altitude in Denver, CO. For this 12-year iteration, the distillery embarked on extended maturation in \u003cstrong data-end=\"883\" data-start=\"847\"\u003enew charred American oak barrels\u003c\/strong\u003e, then \u003cstrong data-end=\"933\" data-start=\"890\"\u003erefined by finishing in Port wine casks\u003c\/strong\u003e to amplify fruit complexity and add nuanced sweetness. The high-altitude climate—marked by dramatic temperature swings and significant “angel’s share” evaporation—intensifies flavor concentration and structure over its dozen years in wood. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1533\" data-start=\"1213\"\u003eStranahan’s ages each batch slowly, allowing oak, spirit, and water-loss concentration to interact organically, producing a profile with both backbone and elegance. Aged whiskey at this scale is rare in the American single malt world, making this a standout and collectible release. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"1538\" data-start=\"1535\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2174\" data-start=\"1540\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1559\" data-start=\"1540\"\u003eCritics Reviews\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1562\" data-start=\"1559\"\u003eWhile formal numbers from broad scoring publications (e.g., \u003cem data-end=\"1639\" data-start=\"1622\"\u003eWhisky Advocate\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem data-end=\"1663\" data-start=\"1641\"\u003eThe Spirits Business\u003c\/em\u003e, etc.) are not publicly available for this specific \u003cstrong data-end=\"1727\" data-start=\"1716\"\u003eBatch 2\u003c\/strong\u003e release, reviewers and spirits writers have \u003cstrong data-end=\"1806\" data-start=\"1772\"\u003epraised Mountain Angel 12-Year\u003c\/strong\u003e for its \u003cstrong data-end=\"1839\" data-start=\"1815\"\u003edepth and complexity\u003c\/strong\u003e, describing it as a “masterclass in aging and craftsmanship” with bold, layered aromatics, balanced sweetness, and a long, refined finish. Enthusiast channels and specialist tastings emphasize its standout quality in the context of American single malts—solid evidence of excellence in its class. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"2179\" data-start=\"2176\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2461\" data-start=\"2181\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2200\" data-start=\"2181\"\u003eTasting Profile\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"2203\" data-start=\"2200\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2212\" data-start=\"2203\"\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep and inviting, featuring \u003cstrong data-end=\"2281\" data-start=\"2242\"\u003ecaramelized nectarine and fig paste\u003c\/strong\u003e with floral lifts like lavender, plus gentle oak spice and toasted malts that hint at the whiskey’s extended maturation and Port influence. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2826\" data-start=\"2463\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2474\" data-start=\"2463\"\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full-bodied and layered, revealing \u003cstrong data-end=\"2596\" data-start=\"2510\"\u003eblueberry compote, ginger-lemon tart, raspberry cheesecake, and blackberry strudel\u003c\/strong\u003e. The Port cask refinement adds red fruit sweetness and rich complexity, while the American oak backbone keeps spice and toasted grain balanced alongside honeyed malt and vanilla undertones. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3052\" data-start=\"2828\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2839\" data-start=\"2828\"\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long and warming, with lingering \u003cstrong data-end=\"2931\" data-start=\"2873\"\u003eoak, dark fruit, and a touch of Port-derived sweetness\u003c\/strong\u003e that tapers into gentle spice and toasted depth—both satisfying and contemplative. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"3057\" data-start=\"3054\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3079\" data-start=\"3059\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3077\" data-start=\"3059\"\u003eQuick Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"TyagGW_tableContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"group TyagGW_tableWrapper flex flex-col-reverse w-fit\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\" data-end=\"3767\" data-start=\"3081\"\u003e\n\u003cthead data-end=\"3103\" data-start=\"3081\"\u003e\n\u003ctr data-end=\"3103\" data-start=\"3081\"\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"align-top\" data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"3092\" data-start=\"3081\"\u003eCategory\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"align-top\" data-col-size=\"md\" data-end=\"3103\" data-start=\"3092\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody data-end=\"3767\" data-start=\"3114\"\u003e\n\u003ctr data-end=\"3211\" data-start=\"3114\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"3128\" data-start=\"3114\"\u003eABV \/ Proof\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\" data-end=\"3211\" data-start=\"3128\"\u003e~94.6 Proof (47.3% ABV) \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-end=\"3260\" data-start=\"3212\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"3230\" data-start=\"3212\"\u003eOrigin \/ Region\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\" data-end=\"3260\" data-start=\"3230\"\u003eDenver, Colorado, USA 🇺🇸\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-end=\"3378\" data-start=\"3261\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"3274\" data-start=\"3261\"\u003eProduction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\" data-end=\"3378\" data-start=\"3274\"\u003eAmerican single malt (100% malted barley; high-altitude aging) \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-end=\"3502\" data-start=\"3379\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"3401\" data-start=\"3379\"\u003eAging or Maturation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\" data-end=\"3502\" data-start=\"3401\"\u003e12 years in new American oak; finished in Port wine casks \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-end=\"3634\" data-start=\"3503\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"3522\" data-start=\"3503\"\u003eAromas \u0026amp; Flavors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\" data-end=\"3634\" data-start=\"3522\"\u003eCaramelized fruits, fig, lavender, berry compote, toasted oak, spice \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-end=\"3767\" data-start=\"3635\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"3654\" data-start=\"3635\"\u003eStyle \/ Identity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\" data-end=\"3767\" data-start=\"3654\"\u003eUltra-premium American single malt with rich fruit and oak complexity \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"3772\" data-start=\"3769\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3956\" data-start=\"3774\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3794\" data-start=\"3774\"\u003eCocktail Recipes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"3797\" data-start=\"3794\"\u003eThis whiskey \u003cstrong data-end=\"3857\" data-start=\"3810\"\u003eshines neat or with a single large ice cube\u003c\/strong\u003e to open aromatics, but it can also elevate refined cocktail classics without losing its character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4000\" data-start=\"3958\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3998\" data-start=\"3958\"\u003e12-Year Malt Old-Fashioned (Refined)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"4237\" data-start=\"4001\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"4036\" data-start=\"4001\" data-section-id=\"1gamcwe\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4036\" data-start=\"4003\"\u003e2 oz Mountain Angel 12 Year Old\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"4083\" data-start=\"4037\" data-section-id=\"1dewmcd\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4083\" data-start=\"4039\"\u003e1\/4 oz demerara syrup or rich simple syrup\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"4237\" data-start=\"4084\" data-section-id=\"1lv87bh\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4237\" data-start=\"4086\"\u003e2 dashes aromatic bitters\u003cbr data-end=\"4114\" data-start=\"4111\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"4125\" data-start=\"4114\"\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stir with ice until chilled, strain into a rocks glass over a large ice cube, garnish with a wide orange twist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4266\" data-start=\"4239\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"4264\" data-start=\"4239\"\u003ePort-Malted Manhattan\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"4458\" data-start=\"4267\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"4302\" data-start=\"4267\" data-section-id=\"1gamcwe\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4302\" data-start=\"4269\"\u003e2 oz Mountain Angel 12 Year Old\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"4326\" data-start=\"4303\" data-section-id=\"iph3jq\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4326\" data-start=\"4305\"\u003e1 oz sweet vermouth\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"4458\" data-start=\"4327\" data-section-id=\"xnlbuy\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4458\" data-start=\"4329\"\u003e2 dashes chocolate or orange bitters\u003cbr data-end=\"4368\" data-start=\"4365\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"4379\" data-start=\"4368\"\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stir with ice and strain into a chilled coupe; 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