# Wine Cask-Aged Whiskeys The Virginia Distillery Co. Double Cask Reserve is Aged for Five Years By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2023-09-08 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/virginia-distillery-co-double-cask-reserve References: [coolmaterial](https://coolmaterial.com/food-drink/virginia-distillery-co-courage-conviction-double-cask-reserve/) & [shop.vadistillery](https://shop.vadistillery.com/products/courage-conviction-double-cask-reserve-750ml)  The [Virginia Distillery Co.](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-brewers-coalition) Double Cask Reserve Single Malt Whiskey is a premium American spirit crafted with high-quality ingredients in mind and a process that elevates it into a true wonder to admire. The spirit is aged for at least five years, and is aged in first-fill bourbon basks before being placed into STR European red wine Cuvée casks. The final result is a spirit with flavor notes of dried apricot, apple, vanilla and caramel that merge seamlessly together when enjoyed straight up or on the rocks. The Virginia Distillery Co. Double Cask Reserve Single Malt Whiskey is crafted in the heart of Virginia to prioritize a true sense of American quality and is available now via the distillery's website. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.4/10 - Popularity: 18% | Activity: 6% | Freshness: 18% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Drinking](https://www.trendhunter.com/drinking) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Premium American Spirits:** The Virginia Distillery Co. Double Cask Reserve Single Malt Whiskey is a premium American spirit crafted with high-quality ingredients in mind and a process that elevates it into a true wonder to admire. - **Aging in Wine Casks:** The Virginia Distillery Co. Double Cask Reserve Single Malt Whiskey is aged in first-fill bourbon basks before being placed into STR European red wine Cuvée casks, resulting in a unique flavor profile. - **Flavor Innovation:** The final result of The Virginia Distillery Co. Double Cask Reserve Single Malt Whiskey is a spirit with flavor notes of dried apricot, apple, vanilla and caramel that merge seamlessly together when enjoyed straight up or on the rocks. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Craft Distilleries:** Craft distilleries can explore the creation of premium American spirits using high-quality ingredients and techniques that elevate the drinking experience. - **Wine Industry:** The wine industry can capitalize on the trend of aging whiskey in wine casks, offering unique cask finishes to create distinct flavor profiles. - **Beverage Manufacturing:** Beverage manufacturers can focus on flavor innovation, experimenting with new combinations of flavors to create unique and memorable spirits. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [American Single Malt Whiskeys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/american-single-malt-whiskeys.md) - [Wine Cask-Finished Whiskeys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tamnavulin-port-cask-edition.md) - [Ex-Bourbon Barrel Whiskeys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kingsbarns-distillery.md) - [Madeira Cask-Finished Whiskeys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/masters-collections.md) - [Wine-Flavored Whiskeys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/westward-whiskey.md) - [Wine Cask-Aged Spirits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pursuit-of-passion-wine-cask-collection.md) - [Valentine's Day-Inspired Single Malts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-brewers-coalition.md) - [Wine Barrel-Aged Whiskeys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tomatin.md) - [Double Barrel-Aged Whiskeys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-dalmore.md)