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Fame & Misfortune Straight Rye Whiskey Cask Strength


This Fame & Misfortune Cask Strength Straight Rye Whiskey is a tribute to the essence of Lola Montez. Bottled straight from the barrel at 121 proof, this expression has an undiluted potency and just as much charm as Lola once shared with the world. 

$150.00

91 Points —Ultimate Spirits Challenge, 2023
Double Gold —TAG Global Spirits Awards, 2024
GOLD Medal —New Orleans Spirits Competition, 2023
Master —The Spirits Business, Global Spirits Masters

Product Details

  • distiller

    Ashby Marshall, Spirit Works Distillery, Sebastopol, CA

  • mash bill

    65% organic rye and 35% malted grains

  • aroma

    Black pepper, clove, oak

  • palate

    Toffee, allspice, nutmeg, warming effect from the alcohol

  • aging

    Aged seven years in new charred American white oak

  • color

    Pale golden brown

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One of the nineteenth century's most provocative entertainer's, Lola Montez was infamous during her own lifetime for her fiery temper and irresistible charm. Her ambition and propensity to attract powerful men knew no bounds. Married three times, with dozens of lovers including Sam Brannan, the Bohemian temptress led a life full of adventure.  But like so many romantic heroines before and since, she met with a tragic end.