The Herald 10-Year Cigar Blend Returns to Ironroot Republic
Ironroot Republic apparently looked at October 10 and decided there weren't enough tens involved.
So they're bringing back The Herald 10-Year Cigar Blend.
On Saturday, October 10, Ironroot Republic Distillery in Denison will host a day of whiskey featuring the latest release of its Saints Alley Herald Cigar Blend along with something the distillery has never offered before: a Texas Oak Assemblage Double Barrel Bourbon that guests can bottle directly from the barrel.
This is considerably more interesting than a normal Saturday.
The Herald Is Back
Jonathan and Chris Likarish are heading back to the blending room for another release of The Herald 10-Year Cigar Blend, and this year's version comes in at 110 proof.
The blend combines bourbons ranging from 10 to 15 years old, with portions aged in both Sherry and Armagnac casks.
The goal is right there in the name: a rich sipping whiskey designed to hold its own alongside a good cigar.
If you've been waiting for the next Herald release, October 10 is the day.
Ironroot Is Finally Doing Texas Oak
The Herald isn't the only reason to make the trip to Denison.
Ironroot is also releasing something they've wanted to do for a long time: a whiskey aged in a barrel made from Texas oak.
The new Assemblage Double Barrel Bourbon marks the first time Ironroot has offered a Texas-oak release like this.
And they're not simply putting bottles on a table.
Attendees will have the opportunity to fill their own bottle directly from the barrel.
There are easier ways to buy whiskey.
This is considerably cooler.
Two Releases. One Day in Denison.
Between a new batch of The Herald built from 10-to-15-year-old bourbon and the distillery's first Texas-oak Fill Your Own Bottle experience, this is shaping up to be one of Ironroot's more interesting release days of the year.
If you've been looking for an excuse to make the drive to Denison, this will probably do it.
Event Details
Event: The Herald 10-Year Cigar Blend Release & Texas Oak Fill Your Own Bottle
Date: Saturday, October 10, 2026
Location: Ironroot Republic Distillery
Address: 3111 Loy Lake Rd., Denison, TX 75020
The Herald 10-Year Cigar Blend
Proof: 110
Whiskey: Blend of bourbons aged 10–15 years
Cask Aging: Includes portions aged in Sherry and Armagnac casks
Texas Oak Assemblage Double Barrel Bourbon
Ironroot will offer its first Assemblage Double Barrel Bourbon featuring whiskey aged in a Texas-oak barrel, with attendees able to fill their own bottles directly from the barrel.
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Event Disclaimer
Release details, bottle availability, purchase limits, pricing and event schedules may change. Verify current information directly with Ironroot Republic Distillery before making the trip to Denison.
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