{"product_id":"first-west-11-year-cigar-blend-bourbon","title":"First West 11 Year Cigar Blend Bourbon","description":"\u003cp class=\"mb-6\"\u003eFirst West Cigar Blend from Bardstown's 15 STARS marries 11- and 15-year-old Kentucky straight bourbons, then finishes them in Cognac, Pedro Ximénez sherry, and tawny Port casks for a richly layered pour at 106 proof. Expect deep plum, warm brown sugar, and old leather on the nose, followed by jammy dark fruit, caramel, cracked pepper, and cigar box on the palate, all closing on molasses, black cherry, and earthy tobacco. Crafted to pair with a medium- to full-bodied cigar, this limited release is a rare find for anyone who loves slowing down with a great smoke and a well-aged bourbon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n      \u003cp class=\"mb-4\"\u003eFirst West Cigar Blend comes from 15 STARS, a Bardstown, Kentucky producer known for sourcing and blending well-aged American whiskeys. This Kentucky straight bourbon marries 11- and 15-year-old straight bourbons, then finishes them in a trio of Cognac, Pedro Ximénez Sherry, and tawny Port casks. It is bottled at 106 proof (53% ABV) using the brand's proprietary Flavor Proofing process.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mb-4\"\u003eDeep plum, fresh pastry, and warm brown sugar lead the way, layered with baking spice and old leather. As it opens, lighter notes of citrus and banana emerge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mb-4\"\u003eJammy dark fruit, crisp pear, and caramel sweetness fill the palate. Cracked pepper, cigar box, and seasoned oak bring balance and structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mb-4\"\u003eMolasses, stewed plum, and black cherry linger. The bourbon closes on an earthy note of tobacco and charred oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mb-4\"\u003eThis limited release was crafted with both cigar lovers and bourbon enthusiasts in mind, blending mature bourbon with the richness of three distinct wine and brandy casks. The result is a layered, dark-fruited bourbon whose leathery, tobacco-tinged depth makes it a natural companion to a good smoke.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mb-4\"\u003ePour it neat or with a few drops of water to open up its fruit and spice. For the experience it was designed for, pair it with a medium- to full-bodied cigar and let the cigar box and tobacco notes play off each other.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \n      \u003cdiv class=\"mt-12\"\u003e\n        \u003ch2 class=\"mb-8\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n        \u003cdiv\u003e\n          \u003ch4 class=\"font-semibold\"\u003eWhat is First West Cigar Blend 11 Year Bourbon?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n          \u003cp\u003eIt's a limited-release Kentucky straight bourbon from 15 STARS of Bardstown, Kentucky, blending 11- and 15-year-old straight bourbons and finishing them in Cognac, Pedro Ximénez sherry and tawny port casks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n          \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n          \u003ch4 class=\"font-semibold\"\u003eWhat proof is First West Cigar Blend, and how old is it?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n          \u003cp\u003eIt's bottled at 106 proof (53% ABV), reached through the brand's proprietary Flavor Proofing process. The 11-year age statement reflects the youngest bourbon in the blend, which also includes 15-year-old whiskey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n          \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n          \u003ch4 class=\"font-semibold\"\u003eWhat does First West Cigar Blend taste like?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n          \u003cp\u003eExpect deep plum, fresh pastry, brown sugar and old leather on the nose, followed by jammy dark fruit, pear, caramel, cracked pepper and cigar box on the palate. The finish brings molasses, stewed plum, black cherry, tobacco and charred oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n          \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n          \u003ch4 class=\"font-semibold\"\u003eHow should I enjoy First West Cigar Blend?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n          \u003cp\u003eIt was crafted to pair with a medium- to full-bodied cigar, though it's just as rewarding sipped neat or with a few drops of water to open up its fruit and spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n          \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n          \u003ch4 class=\"font-semibold\"\u003eWhat makes First West Cigar Blend special?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n          \u003cp\u003eIts triple cask finish in Cognac, PX sherry and tawny port casks layers rich dark fruit and sweetness over well-aged bourbon, creating a limited release designed with both cigar lovers and bourbon fans in mind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n          \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"American B D","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67878087885048,"sku":"80493","price":79.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0352\/3140\/0072\/files\/15StarsFirstWestCigarBlend11yr_900x_2e567265-3124-49b8-bbd4-edefc1c88697.webp?v=1793133802","url":"https:\/\/thebourboncentral.com\/products\/first-west-11-year-cigar-blend-bourbon","provider":"Bourbon Central","version":"1.0","type":"link"}