FIVE PAWNS • LIMITED RELEASE • BARREL AGED
Five Pawns Castle Long Reserve 60ml Premium Liquid
Roasted coconut, Madagascar and French vanilla,
completed with toasted almonds, brown sugar,
and touches of Kentucky Bourbon and American oak;
a special Castle Long Reserve aged in oak barrels for three weeks.
60 ml
50VG / 50PG
Barrel Aged
3 Weeks Barrel Aged
American Oak
Kentucky Bourbon
Limited Release
What is Five Pawns Castle Long Reserve?
Five Pawns Castle Long Reserve
is a special version of the classic Castle Long recipe,
elevated to a different aroma layer by being
aged in oak barrels.
At the base of the recipe are
toasted coconut,
Madagascar vanilla bean,
creamy French vanilla,
toasted almonds, and brown sugar.
Light Kentucky Bourbon and
American oak aromas complete the
warm and woody character, especially in the finish.
According to Five Pawns' current
Castle Long Reserve MMXXVI
description, the product is prepared in limited batches once a year
and is aged in specially treated oak barrels for three weeks.
Castle Long Reserve Flavor Content
Toasted Coconut
The warm and distinct opening aroma of the recipe
Madagascar Vanilla
Intense and aromatic vanilla bean character
French Vanilla
A creamier and softer vanilla layer
Toasted Almonds
Nutty texture that adds depth to the recipe
Brown Sugar
Caramelized and warm sweetness
Bourbon & American Oak
Warm and woody aroma character that completes the finish
Castle Long Reserve Flavor Profile
Roasted
Coconut and almonds
Vanilla
Madagascar + French vanilla
Woody
American oak
Complex
Bourbon and brown sugar finish
Castle Long Reserve Flavor Journey
1
Opening: Toasted Coconut
The first section highlights the warm and distinct
toasted coconut character.
2
Mid-Layer: Vanilla, Almond & Brown Sugar
Madagascar and French vanilla combine with
toasted almonds and brown sugar to create a
creamier, sweet, and full-bodied dessert layer.
3
Finish: Kentucky Bourbon & American Oak
In the finish, the Bourbon and the character from the
American oak barrel create a warmer and woodier
finish compared to the classic Castle Long.
What Does Barrel Aged Mean?
Barrel Aged
refers to the product being aged inside
a wooden barrel for a specific duration.
In Castle Long Reserve, this process is applied so that the
classic Castle Long aroma layers integrate with the
woody, vanilla, and creamy character derived from the American oak.
3 Weeks
The barrel aging duration specified by Five Pawns
for the current Castle Long Reserve
American Oak
The distinctive American oak character
of the Reserve profile
Limited Batch
Limited production Reserve series
prepared once a year
Why is Castle Long Reserve Aged for 3 Weeks?
Five Pawns has stated in the past that they conducted various
tests on the barrel-aging duration of Castle Long Reserve and
determined three weeks as the optimal duration.
According to the brand, this duration provides the right balance
for the liquid to take on the oak character, soften the
aroma layers, and form the Reserve profile.
In older online descriptions, different durations
like 30 days may be seen for Castle Long Reserve.
However, the actual aging time specified for Reserve in
Five Pawns' own barrel-aging explanation is 3 weeks.
Why American Oak?
While explaining the barrel-aging process, Five Pawns states that
they prefer American Oak
for Castle Long Reserve.
According to the brand's explanation, the aroma characters
derived from American oak—reminiscent of creamy, vanilla, and
coconut notes—harmonize with the existing components
of the Castle Long recipe.
Five Pawns has also explained that in the past, they used
uncharred / non-charred oak barrels
during the Castle Long Reserve barrel process.
The goal is not to create an intensely smoky profile, but
to add the woody character of the oak to the recipe.
Difference Between Castle Long and Castle Long Reserve
Castle Long
The standard Original Series recipe with
aromas of toasted coconut, almonds, vanilla,
caramelized brown sugar, and Kentucky Bourbon.
Castle Long Reserve
A limited-production version that differentiates the
Castle Long aroma family with three weeks of aging
in oak barrels and the character of American oak.
Although both products share the same basic aroma family,
Reserve is not just a differently labeled Castle Long.
The barrel-aging process and the American oak layer
are the fundamental distinguishing features of the Reserve.
Are Castle Long Reserve VII and MMXXVI the Same?
Castle Long Reserve has been released over the years with
different annual releases and editions.
In older product descriptions, one may encounter
series names like Edition VII.
Five Pawns' current 2026 release is listed under the name
Castle Long Reserve MMXXVI.
While the aroma family shares largely the same foundation
as previous Reserve releases, it is not accurate to
automatically apply the production and packaging information
from old Edition VII texts to the current MMXXVI product.
The current Five Pawns Reserve information is taken as the basis on this page.
50VG / 50PG Balanced Formula
The current Castle Long Reserve MMXXVI is listed by Five Pawns
with a balanced base ratio of 50PG / 50VG.
Castle Long Reserve Strength Options
The following strength options are listed on the current
Castle Long Reserve MMXXVI product page of Five Pawns.
0mg
Strength
3mg
Strength
6mg
Strength
12mg
Strength
The active ingredient formula may vary depending on the
production year, country, and product batch.
Please refer to the actual strength and ingredient
information on the product label for the bottle you ordered.
Current Castle Long Reserve Formula
Five Pawns' 2026 Castle Long Reserve MMXXVI
US product page states that the product contains
Metatine.
In contrast, older Castle Long Reserve productions may
contain nicotine or different Five Pawns active ingredient formulas.
If you have an old Edition VII Castle Long Reserve, it should not
automatically be considered the same as the current MMXXVI formula.
The actual ingredient and strength information on the bottle is always the priority.
What Devices Can It Be Used With?
50VG / 50PG
A more balanced and fluid base structure
compared to high-VG liquids
MTL / Suitable RDL
Can be evaluated in suitable MTL or RDL systems
depending on the coil and strength level
Strength Control
Coil and device power must be evaluated together
with the strength information on the bottle
A 50VG/50PG ratio does not automatically mean
compatibility with all device and coil systems.
The coil used, wattage, and the product's actual
strength value must be evaluated together.
Five Pawns Castle Long Reserve Technical Information
| Brand |
Five Pawns |
| Product |
Castle Long Reserve |
| Current Release |
Castle Long Reserve MMXXVI |
| Volume |
60 ml |
| VG / PG |
50VG / 50PG |
| Main Aroma |
Toasted Coconut |
| Vanilla |
Madagascar Vanilla Bean + French Vanilla |
| Nuts |
Toasted Almonds |
| Sweet Layer |
Brown Sugar |
| Finish |
Kentucky Bourbon + American Oak |
| Aging |
3 Weeks in Oak Barrel |
| Production Type |
Annual Limited Batch |
| Flavor Profile |
Roasted / Vanilla / Nutty / Woody / Dessert |
| Current Strength Options |
0mg / 3mg / 6mg / 12mg |
| Active Ingredient |
May vary depending on production period and market; product label must be followed |
Storage Suggestions
Keep the Five Pawns Castle Long Reserve liquid away from
direct sunlight, and excessively hot or cold environments.
Store the bottle in a cool and dry place with the cap
completely closed.
Five Pawns states in current product warnings that
the product should be stored in its original packaging
when not in use.
PRODUCT RELEASE AND FORMULA WARNING
Castle Long Reserve has been produced in different annual
releases over the years.
The active ingredient and packaging information of products
from the old Edition VII or different production years
may not be exactly the same as the current
Castle Long Reserve MMXXVI.
The actual ingredient and strength information on the bottle you purchased
is always the priority.
