Aged two decades and finished in six casks, World Whiskey Society’s Cigar Blend Gothic Edition is turning heads in San Francisco. Whiskey lovers, your velvet-poured moment has arrived.
San Francisco’s Whiskey Scene Gets a Mysterious New Star
San Francisco’s most dedicated whiskey connoisseurs are scrambling for a taste of the newest ghost in the glass: the Cigar Blend Gothic Edition from World Whiskey Society (WWS). Aged for 20 years and finished across six cask types—including Cognac, Tawny Port, Awamori, Tequila, PX Sherry, and Madeira—this ultra-limited American light whiskey is equal parts complex, collectible, and conversation piece.
With only a handful of bottles making their way into select retailers and WWS’s online shop, whiskey fans from Noe Valley to Napa are racing to claim their pour before this hauntingly elegant release vanishes.
“THE 20YR CIGAR BLEND SHOWCASES OUR PASSION FOR CREATING ONE-OF-A-KIND SPIRITS,”
Alex Kogan
CEO of World Whiskey Society.
“FROM THE BLEND OF SIX DISTINCT CASK FINISHES TO THE BOLD PRESENTATION, THIS RELEASE IS DESIGNED FOR WHISKEY ENTHUSIASTS LOOKING FOR SOMETHING TRULY SPECIAL.”
Six Casks, One Spectacular Story
The American Light Whisky Cigar Blend Gothic Edition is a masterclass in flavor layering. Starting with a 20-year-old light whiskey base, WWS finishes it across six premium casks. Each barrel contributes distinct notes, culminating in an experience that evolves with every sip.
Tasting notes:
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Nose: Figs, raisins, aged tobacco, caramel
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Palate: Roasted nuts, dark chocolate, citrus
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Finish: Long, warming, smoky oak, dried fruit, zesty brightness
This whiskey doesn’t just pair with a cigar—it deserves one. But even solo, it’s a slow-sipper made for velvet chairs, jazz records, and deep conversations.
If you’ve been loyal to Scotch or sherry-aged single malts, this bottle makes a convincing argument for American light whiskey’s rightful place in elite spirits circles.
A Bottle That Belongs on Display
Let’s talk design. The Gothic Edition bottle is a visual stunner. With dark, moody tones and ornate detailing, it’s part medieval tome, part modern luxury. The presentation is tailored for the collector, the aesthete, and anyone who sees a bar cart as a stage.
In a city like San Francisco, where home entertaining is an art form, this bottle doesn’t just serve—it performs. Picture it at the center of a Mission tasting party or revealed during a fireside pour in Russian Hill. It’s a showstopper.
World Whiskey Society: Quietly Rewriting the Rules
Founded in 2020, World Whiskey Society is disrupting the ultra-premium spirits game with rare blends, exotic barrel finishes, and limited drops that sell out fast. Their model? Source incredible global barrels. Blend with precision. Deliver only what stuns.
From Japanese oak-aged bourbons to collector-grade releases like the Doc Holliday Tribute and the Diamond Collection, WWS has built a name among serious collectors, bartenders, and whiskey-forward bars throughout San Francisco and beyond.
Chances are, if you’ve spent time at Trick Dog, Hard Water, or Last Rites, you’ve seen a WWS bottle quietly glowing behind the bar.
Why American Light Whiskey?
Often overshadowed by bourbon and rye, American light whiskey is finally getting its moment—and this Gothic release may be its breakout star. Distilled at higher proofs and aged longer, it’s a category that offers more nuance and less sweetness than traditional bourbon.
When treated with reverence—as WWS has done—light whiskey becomes a canvas for complexity, easily absorbing layered cask finishes and evolving in the glass. It’s bold without being brash, refined without being precious.
For the San Francisco collector who’s already stocked on Islay peat bombs and Kentucky flagships, this is something rare, cerebral, and utterly American.
Where to Get It in San Francisco
The Cigar Blend Gothic Edition is available now at WWS’s official online shop, as well as select Bay Area retailers that cater to high-end spirits seekers. With a price tag of $169, it’s surprisingly accessible for a bottle that offers both depth and drama—and it won’t last long.
Look for it at curated spirits stores in the Marina, Hayes Valley, and SOMA, or order directly at worldwhiskeysociety.com before the allocations disappear.
Final Sip: A Gothic Drama in a Glass
This isn’t just a whiskey. It’s a story in a bottle, written in barrels, time, and audacity. The 20-Year Cigar Blend Gothic Edition by World Whiskey Society doesn’t just sip—it seduces. For those in San Francisco who demand flavor, artistry, and rarity in equal measure, this is a pour worth pursuing.
Pour it. Sip it. Admire it. But don’t wait. Because once it’s gone, it’s gone.
