The Story Behind Angel’s Envy
Angel’s Envy was founded by legendary Master Distiller Lincoln Henderson and his son, Wes Henderson. With decades of experience in the whiskey industry, Lincoln sought to create something unique, leading to the innovative finishing of bourbon in port wine barrels. This process set a new standard in the bourbon world, creating an exceptionally smooth and flavorful whiskey. Angel’s Envy Distillery, located in Louisville, Kentucky, remains committed to craftsmanship, producing high-quality expressions that honor traditional methods while embracing innovation.
Angel’s Envy’s Must-Try Selections
- Angel’s Envy Kentucky Straight Bourbon Finished in Port Wine Barrels
This flagship expression showcases a rich amber hue with notes of ripe fruit, vanilla, and toasted oak. The unique port barrel finishing lends it a smooth, lingering finish with a touch of sweetness.
Try it here: Angel’s Envy Kentucky Straight Bourbon
- Angel’s Envy Rye Finished in Rum Casks
A distinctive rye whiskey finished in Caribbean rum casks, this expression offers an enticing aroma of citrus, caramel candy, and maple syrup. The palate unfolds with layers of spice, vanilla, and oak, leading to a long, rum-infused finish.
Try it here: Angel’s Envy Rye
- Angel’s Envy Cask Strength Bourbon
This annual limited-release bourbon presents an intensified profile with bold flavors of dark chocolate, cherry, and smoky oak. With its high-proof complexity, it provides a robust and memorable tasting experience.
Try it here: Angel’s Envy Cask Strength
- Angel’s Envy LoveScotch Private Selection "Stairway to Heaven"
A hand-selected single barrel bourbon finished in port casks, this exclusive release boasts an amber color with golden hues. The nose reveals aromas of shortbread cookies, croissant, and orange marmalade, leading to a palate rich with brown sugar, custard, stewed fruits, vanilla, caramel, and toasted oak. The finish offers notes of leather and tobacco, making it a complex and luxurious experience
Try it here: Stairway to Heaven
Angel’s Envy Whiskey Frequently Asked Questions
1. Why Do They Call It Angel’s Envy?
In whiskey aging, the “angel’s share” refers to the portion of whiskey that evaporates from the barrel. The founders believed that their remaining whiskey was so exceptional that it would make the angels envious, hence the name “Angel’s Envy.”
2. Is Angel’s Envy Good for an Old Fashioned?
Angel’s Envy’s smooth and rich character makes it an excellent choice for an Old Fashioned. Its vanilla and caramel notes blend seamlessly with bitters and sugar, enhancing the cocktail’s depth and balance. The distillery even offers a signature Old Fashioned recipe featuring their bourbon, further solidifying its suitability for this classic cocktail.
