Frank August Case Study 07 French Connection Bourbon Whiskey

Frank August Case Study: 07 French Connection is a finished Kentucky bourbon whiskey bottled at 107.4 proof (53.7% ABV) from a limited 7-barrel batch. This innovative release blends straight bourbon and rye whiskeys, then finishes them in French Calvados, Martinique rhum, and Caribbean rum casks, creating a complex profile of orchard fruit, tropical notes, and traditional Kentucky character.

Frank August represents the experimental spirit of American craft distilling, focusing on small-batch releases that push flavor boundaries. The "French Connection" concept celebrates the historic ties between France and America, using the Statue of Liberty as inspiration while letting French finishing casks transform classic Kentucky whiskey into something entirely unique.

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Fresh apple and pear from Calvados influence, vanilla bean, caramel, rye spice, hint of tropical fruit
• Palate: Brown sugar sweetness, orchard fruit compote, cinnamon spice, molasses, oak tannins, tropical rum notes
• Finish: Long finish with warming spice, dried fruit, vanilla oak, gentle rhum agricole grassiness

Product Details

Perfect For

• Adventurous Sippers: Neat or with a splash of water to explore the complex finishing cask influences
• Cocktail Innovation: Elevated Old Fashioneds and Manhattans that showcase the tropical and orchard fruit notes
• Whiskey Collectors: Limited 7-barrel batch makes this a conversation starter for your home bar
• Special Occasions: High-proof finished bourbon perfect for celebrating milestones or sharing with fellow enthusiasts

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes Frank August Case Study 07 different from regular bourbon?

This bourbon undergoes triple finishing in French Calvados, Martinique rhum, and Caribbean rum casks after initial maturation. The finishing process adds layers of orchard fruit, tropical sweetness, and spice complexity you won't find in traditional Kentucky bourbon, while the 107.4 proof ensures the base whiskey character remains prominent.

How should I drink this finished bourbon?

Start neat to appreciate the full complexity, then try with a few drops of water to open up the finishing cask influences. The high proof and fruit-forward profile also makes exceptional cocktails—try it in an Old Fashioned with a orange peel garnish to complement the Calvados notes.

Is this bourbon worth the premium price?

At under $150, you're getting a limited 7-barrel batch with triple finishing cask maturation that would typically cost significantly more from established distilleries. The innovative French Connection concept and complex flavor profile offer excellent value for finished bourbon enthusiasts and collectors.

What other bourbons compare to Frank August Case Study 07?

If you enjoy innovative finished bourbons like Angel's Envy or Whistle Pig's finished ryes, this offers similar creativity with its own unique French influence. The fruit-forward profile and higher proof make it comparable to premium finished whiskeys but with distinct tropical and orchard fruit character.

How long will this limited release be available?

This is a 7-barrel batch release, meaning extremely limited quantities. Frank August's Case Study series focuses on experimental small batches that typically sell out quickly among collectors and finished bourbon enthusiasts, so availability is expected to be brief.

You must be 21 years of age or older to purchase this product.