{"product_id":"hillrock-cathys-cuvee-1-solera-aged-bourbon-whiskey","title":"Hillrock Cathy's Cuvee #1 Solera Aged Bourbon Whiskey","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"qMYqUG_convSearchResultHighlightRoot\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-8 [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHillrock Cathy’s Cuvée #1 Solera Aged Bourbon Whiskey\u003c\/strong\u003e is a distinctive limited expression of Hillrock’s acclaimed Solera Aged Bourbon, personally curated by \u003cstrong\u003eco-founder and owner Cathy Franklin\u003c\/strong\u003e. The whiskey brings together three complementary finishing styles—\u003cstrong\u003ePremier Cru Sauternes, Tawny Port, and Pedro Ximénez casks\u003c\/strong\u003e—to create a layered profile of honey, caramel, red berries, chocolate, maple, and toffee. Bottled at \u003cstrong\u003e92.6 proof (46.3% ABV)\u003c\/strong\u003e, Cathy’s Cuvée combines the richness of dessert-wine casks with the structure and warmth of mature American bourbon. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProcess \u0026amp; Profile\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCathy’s Cuvée begins with Hillrock’s \u003cstrong\u003eSolera Aged Bourbon\u003c\/strong\u003e, an expression built around the solera method, in which whiskey from different stages of maturation is progressively combined to create consistency while preserving layers of mature character. Hillrock then gives Cathy’s Cuvée its distinctive identity through three separate wine-cask influences. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003ePremier Cru Sauternes cask\u003c\/strong\u003e contributes luxurious notes of \u003cstrong\u003ehoney and caramel\u003c\/strong\u003e, bringing a rich, dessert-like sweetness to the bourbon. The \u003cstrong\u003eTawny Port cask\u003c\/strong\u003e adds \u003cstrong\u003ered berry and chocolate\u003c\/strong\u003e, introducing darker fruit and cocoa complexity. Finally, the \u003cstrong\u003ePedro Ximénez cask\u003c\/strong\u003e contributes \u003cstrong\u003emaple and toffee\u003c\/strong\u003e, rounding the whiskey with deeper caramelized sweetness. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the nose, the whiskey opens with \u003cstrong\u003ecaramel, honey, vanilla, dried fruit, red berries, and maple\u003c\/strong\u003e, followed by softer layers of chocolate and toasted oak. The combination of three different wine-cask styles gives the aromatics considerably more depth than a traditionally matured bourbon. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe palate is rich and smooth, bringing together \u003cstrong\u003ecaramel, vanilla, berry fruit, chocolate, maple syrup, toffee, dried fruit, and warming spice\u003c\/strong\u003e. Sauternes provides sweetness and roundness, Tawny Port contributes darker fruit and chocolate, while Pedro Ximénez adds concentrated maple-and-toffee richness. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe finish is smooth and lingering, with \u003cstrong\u003etoffee, caramel, dried fruit, chocolate, spice, and oak\u003c\/strong\u003e gradually fading across the palate. At 92.6 proof, it carries enough strength to maintain structure while remaining polished and approachable for slow sipping. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat makes \u003cstrong\u003eHillrock Cathy’s Cuvée #1 Solera Aged Bourbon Whiskey\u003c\/strong\u003e especially compelling is the combination of \u003cstrong\u003eSolera aging and three distinctive wine-cask finishes\u003c\/strong\u003e. Rather than allowing one finishing barrel to dominate, the Sauternes, Tawny Port, and Pedro Ximénez influences work together to create a bourbon that moves from honeyed sweetness to red fruit, chocolate, maple, and toffee. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEnjoy it \u003cstrong\u003eneat\u003c\/strong\u003e to experience the individual cask influences, or add a few drops of water to open the fruit, caramel, and chocolate notes. Its rich profile also makes it an excellent after-dinner bourbon alongside \u003cstrong\u003edark chocolate, aged cheese, or roasted nuts\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is Hillrock Cathy’s Cuvée #1 Solera Aged Bourbon Whiskey?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is a limited expression of Hillrock’s Solera Aged Bourbon personally curated by co-founder \u003cstrong\u003eCathy Franklin\u003c\/strong\u003e, combining bourbon finished in \u003cstrong\u003ePremier Cru Sauternes, Tawny Port, and Pedro Ximénez casks\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat are the key specs of Hillrock Cathy’s Cuvée #1?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe whiskey is bottled at \u003cstrong\u003e92.6 proof \/ 46.3% ABV\u003c\/strong\u003e and is sold in a \u003cstrong\u003e750ml bottle\u003c\/strong\u003e. It is a non-age-stated Solera Aged Bourbon with three complementary wine-cask finishes. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat flavors characterize Hillrock Cathy’s Cuvée #1?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eExpect \u003cstrong\u003ehoney, caramel, vanilla, red berries, chocolate, maple, toffee, dried fruit, warm spice, and oak\u003c\/strong\u003e. The Sauternes contributes honey and caramel, Tawny Port adds red berry and chocolate, and Pedro Ximénez brings maple and toffee. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow should you enjoy Hillrock Cathy’s Cuvée #1?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEnjoy it neat or with a few drops of water to explore its layered fruit, dessert-wine sweetness, spice, and oak. It also pairs particularly well with dark chocolate and aged cheeses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat makes Hillrock Cathy’s Cuvée #1 special?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIts distinction comes from the combination of \u003cstrong\u003eHillrock’s Solera-aged bourbon, Cathy Franklin’s personal curation, and three separate finishing influences—Premier Cru Sauternes, Tawny Port, and Pedro Ximénez\u003c\/strong\u003e—creating an unusually layered balance of fruit, chocolate, honey, maple, caramel, and toffee. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Winebow","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50148647141624,"sku":"80314","price":119.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0352\/3140\/0072\/files\/hillrock09.jpg?v=1786563580","url":"https:\/\/thebourboncentral.com\/products\/hillrock-cathys-cuvee-1-solera-aged-bourbon-whiskey","provider":"Bourbon Central","version":"1.0","type":"link"}