20 years is a long time. As a tribute to AIKO Brands' Founder Igor Kogan and the 20th anniversary of AIKO Brands the World Whiskey Society is releasing a 20 year old out of the park whiskey.
Now the World Whiskey Society is well known for putting out some really interesting whiskeys so the expectations are quite high with one as it's a special occasion. The launch of the Family Reserve, a whiskey that perfectly captures their roots. It is a unique and exceptional spirit that has been aged for 20 years and is designed to respect the past, celebrate the present, and motivate the future.
"This special Family Reserve release is a tribute to our father, Igor Kogan, inspired by his vision to create something timeless and beautiful – something that brings people together to celebrate life's most precious moments. This release is more than just whiskey; it's a story of transformation, growth, and the relentless pursuit of excellence" says Alex and Irina Kogan, Founders of World Whiskey Society. "As we raise our glasses to two decades of AIKO Brands, we invite you to celebrate with us — honoring the past, savoring the present, and toasting to the future. Here's to the next 20 years of shared stories, laughter, and extraordinary whisky." ~ Feliks Shekhtman, Aiko Brands Managing Partner
The Family Reserve is a sincere ode to Igor Kogan, the man who founded AIKO Brands. Igor, a guy of extraordinary intellect and unwavering will, was born in Kiev, Ukraine. Igor's life was characterized by inventiveness, intelligence, and fortitude. He served as a colonel in the Army, an educator, an inventor, a poet, a musician, and a doctorate holder before becoming a college professor and businessman in the United States.
AIKO Brands was founded on Igor's commitment to creating a strong family legacy and his conviction that hard work is the only way to succeed. He instilled these values and passions in his son Alex Kogan, daughter Irina Kogan, and son-in-law Feliks Shekhtman, which are still upheld today.
The Family Reserve Cask Proof has a Mash Bill of 74% Corn, 18% Rye, and 8% Malted Barley. With notes of fruit, oak, and spice, ending with nuances of roasted peanuts and butterscotch yielding exceptional depth and refinement.
For $1,500, this limited edition product is now offered on the WWS website and at a few stores around the country. Please visit https://worldwhiskey.com/ to learn more about WWS and its remarkable selection of rare whiskeys, which includes this most recent release.
The Lustgarten Foundation will receive 100% of the revenues from the Family Reserve release in remembrance of Igor and his steadfast commitment to bringing beauty to everything. For people affected by this terrible illness, this organization is leading the way in pancreatic cancer research and studies, providing hope and improving therapy.
