Joseph Magnus Cigar Blend Bourbon Whiskey Batch #10 750mL is a rare and highly collectible release from Joseph A. Magnus & Co., part of the acclaimed Cigar Blend series crafted by Master Blender Nancy Fraley. Known for her expertise in aroma and balance, Fraley meticulously designed Batch #10 to deliver an extraordinary whiskey experience — full-bodied, complex, and perfectly suited to complement a fine cigar.

This limited-edition bourbon is a marriage of well-aged straight bourbons finished in Armagnac, Cognac, and Oloroso sherry casks, creating a luxurious fusion of spice, sweetness, and oak depth. Bottled at 121.44 proof, Cigar Blend Batch #10 bursts with flavors of dark fruit, tobacco, chocolate, and baking spice, followed by an endlessly warming finish. It’s an exceptionally smooth barrel-strength bourbon that embodies sophistication and balance.

Tasting Notes

• Appearance: Deep mahogany with auburn hues

• Nose: Rich aromas of dried fig, molasses, oak spice, leather, and toasted vanilla

• Palate: Intense and layered with dark chocolate, raisin, tobacco leaf, caramelized sugar, and warm oak

• Finish: Long, spicy, and luxurious with lingering notes of cocoa, fruit, and sweet sherry

• Cask Finish: Armagnac, Cognac, and Oloroso sherry casks

• ABV: 60.72% (121.44 proof)

FAQs

Q: What is special about Joseph Magnus Cigar Blend Batch #10?
A: Batch #10 is an early and highly praised release in the Cigar Blend series, showcasing Nancy Fraley’s signature balance of fruit, oak, and spice.

Q: What proof is Batch #10?
A: It’s bottled at barrel strength — 121.44 proof (60.72% ABV).

Q: What casks is it finished in?
A: It’s finished in a combination of Armagnac, Cognac, and Oloroso sherry casks.

Q: Who created the Cigar Blend series?
A: Master Blender Nancy Fraley, known for her work across top American whiskey brands, personally developed the profile for each batch.

Q: How should I enjoy Batch #10?
A: Best sipped neat in a Glencairn glass to fully appreciate its depth, or paired with a medium-bodied cigar to enhance its warmth and richness.