{"product_id":"frank-august-case-study-07-french-connection-bourbon","title":"Frank August Case Study: 07 French Connection Bourbon","description":"\u003cp\u003eFrank August Case Study 07 French Connection is a limited-edition Kentucky straight bourbon and rye whiskey blend finished in Calvados, Martinique rhum, and Caribbean rum casks at 107.4 proof. This 7-barrel batch explores the historic connection between American and French spirits traditions, delivering a complex profile of orchard fruit sweetness, tropical depth, and mature whiskey structure that showcases innovative cask finishing techniques.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrank August Whiskey pushes the boundaries of American whiskey with their Case Study series, each release exploring unique finishing methods and flavor combinations. This French Connection expression draws inspiration from Franco-American heritage, using the Statue of Liberty as its symbolic anchor. At pbexpressliquor.com, we appreciate how this distillery combines traditional Kentucky bourbon craftsmanship with experimental finishing to create truly distinctive expressions for adventurous whiskey enthusiasts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fresh apple and pear from Calvados influence, vanilla bean, toasted oak, subtle tropical fruit, warm baking spices\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brown sugar sweetness, orchard fruit compote, cane sugar notes from rum casks, black pepper spice, honey drizzle, oak tannins\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long with lingering fruit sweetness, cinnamon warmth, tropical molasses, dry oak, gentle rye spice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpirit Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKentucky Straight Bourbon \u0026amp; Rye Whiskey Blend\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eABV\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e53.7% (107.4 Proof)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eVolume\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e750mL\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDistillery\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFrank August Whiskey\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRegion\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKentucky\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRelease\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCase Study 07\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBatch Size\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7 Barrels\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFinishing Casks\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCalvados, Martinique Rhum, Caribbean Rum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Occasions:\u003c\/strong\u003e A premium pour for celebrating milestones or impressing whiskey-loving friends\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNeat Sipping:\u003c\/strong\u003e Complex enough to enjoy slowly and discover new flavors with each sip\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhiskey Collectors:\u003c\/strong\u003e Limited 7-barrel batch makes this a worthy addition to any serious collection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGift Giving:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unique finishing story and premium presentation perfect for the whiskey enthusiast who has everything\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat makes Frank August Case Study 07 different from regular bourbon?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCase Study 07 uses a unique triple-cask finishing process with Calvados, Martinique rhum, and Caribbean rum barrels after initial bourbon aging. This creates layers of fruit sweetness and tropical complexity you won't find in traditional bourbon, while maintaining the spice and structure of Kentucky whiskey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow should I drink Frank August French Connection Bourbon?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis bourbon shines best neat or with a few drops of water to open up the complex fruit and spice notes. At 107.4 proof, it has enough intensity for cocktails, but the unique finishing deserves to be tasted on its own to appreciate the Calvados and rum cask influences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this bourbon worth the premium price?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor whiskey enthusiasts seeking unique expressions, absolutely. The limited 7-barrel batch size, innovative triple-cask finishing, and complex flavor profile justify the premium. It's comparable to other craft distillery special releases in this price range but offers a distinctive French-influenced character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat does the Calvados finishing add to the bourbon?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCalvados casks contribute fresh apple and pear notes that complement bourbon's natural vanilla and caramel flavors. This creates an orchard fruit sweetness that balances beautifully with the tropical notes from rum cask finishing, making for a uniquely layered American whiskey experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhen will Case Study 07 be available to ship?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a pre-order item expected to ship in the middle of May 2026. The extended timeline reflects the careful finishing process and limited production quantities that make this release so special.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eYou must be 21 years of age or older to purchase this product.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Frank August Whiskey","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53146107085094,"sku":"FACS-07","price":144.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0271\/7951\/6015\/files\/FrankAugustCaseStudy07FrenchConnectionBourbonWhiskey750mL.png?v=1778606446","url":"https:\/\/pbexpressliquor.com\/products\/frank-august-case-study-07-french-connection-bourbon","provider":"PB Express","version":"1.0","type":"link"}