{"product_id":"lost-lantern-idaho-straight-triticale-whiskey-days-defile-norwester-8-year-single-cask-2026","title":"Lost Lantern Idaho Straight Triticale Whiskey Day's Defile Nor'Wester 8 Year Single Cask (2026)","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLost Lantern Idaho Straight Triticale 8 Year Single Cask (Nor'Wester)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is a fascinating, limited-release whiskey that showcases one of the rarest grains in American distilling. Bottled at a formidable \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e144.1 proof (72.05% ABV)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, it delivers remarkable intensity without sacrificing balance or finesse.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDistilled from \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e80% triticale\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e—a hybrid grain created by crossing rye and wheat—and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e20% malted barley\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, this whiskey occupies a unique space between rye and bourbon. With no corn in the mashbill, it leans toward rye's vibrant spice while the wheat heritage of triticale lends a surprising softness and approachability. Originally developed in the 19th century but not commercially viable until the 1970s, triticale remains an uncommon grain, making this bottling an exceptional curiosity for adventurous whiskey enthusiasts.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe nose is inviting and expressive, offering aromas of apple-spiced oatmeal, dried meadow grass, and warm baking spice. Despite its immense proof, the palate is remarkably composed, revealing layers of crisp green apple, vanilla, honeyed cereal, toasted grain, and gentle oak. The finish is long, warming, and beautifully integrated, carrying lingering notes of peppery spice, sweet grain, and orchard fruit.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA singular expression that combines cask-strength power with uncommon elegance, this is a whiskey that rewards both the curious collector and the seasoned enthusiast looking to experience one of American whiskey's most distinctive mashbills.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Park Place","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51502363902258,"sku":"850010980058","price":99.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0044\/7165\/2425\/files\/DAYSDEFILE.png?v=1784767784","url":"https:\/\/www.vintagewinemerchants.com\/products\/lost-lantern-idaho-straight-triticale-whiskey-days-defile-norwester-8-year-single-cask-2026","provider":"Vintage Wine Merchants","version":"1.0","type":"link"}