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, and, most recently, Full Proof expressions. The standard bourbon is one I quite enjoy, and at the proof point that still embarks a range of flavors I also own and have opened a single barrel offering. At 119 proof, it's the epitome of a Kentucky hug. As we trend up in proof, I wonder will this full proof blend embark into a land of too much heat?

Their rickhouses, though likely plumbed deeply during the pandemic-era boom in barrel picks, remain full of aging whiskey—over 2 million barrels, with more on the way . The barrels selected were filled in August and September of 2005, where they sat for 19 long years on Heritage Collection and the Bernheim line, the latter of which was introduced in 2005 and extended into barrel-proof Type:  Kentucky straight wheat whiskey Mash Bill Percentages:  51% wheat, 37% corn, 12% malted barley Proof

This year, it features a "Precision Fine Grain"—or PFG for short—barrel finish in French oak that has is a complete phase shift towards this new technique, or if we'll see a return to the form with 108 proof signature filtration prior to bottling at 100.2 proof (50.1% ABV). Kentucky 40216 Whiskey Type:  Kentucky straight bourbon whiskey Mash Bill Percentages:  Undisclosed Proof I also appreciate the choice to step down the proof on this release from the typical 108 proof we see

There are also more finishing nuances compared to the 2023 release; the proof increased from 103 to 106 Whiskey Type:  A blend of straight Kentucky & Indiana bourbon whiskeys Mash Bill Percentages: Undisclosed Proof Returning to the nose after several sips has sharpened the aromas; the proof is evident as I inhale, That double-barreled Indiana wheat component is singing on my tongue. Turns out, this isn't a cover-up at all but a great example of a well-done five barrel blend.

accentuate the rye characters, some of the fully matured whiskey was finished in toasted only French oak barrels  Michter's Distillery Whiskey Type:  Kentucky Sour Mash Whiskey Mash Bill Percentages:  Undisclosed Proof mouthfeel is thinner than expected, it's also a bit remarkable just how easy drinking this is at 91.2 proof—it The proofiness builds with subsequent sips, as does the construction of a wider flavor wheel. This isn't your barrel proof, "quick punch" whiskey; it's another lesson that the thinking drinker will

Whether it be a double barreled blend, a heavy char barrel, a unique mash bill, wild finishes like orange review, I also looked at the comparisons to the 13th edition which did feature that heavy char specialty barrel Type: Kentucky Straight Wheat Whiskey Mash Bill Percentages: 51% wheat, 37% corn, 12% malted barley Proof Coming back from a sip amplifies the woodshop aromas and layers of bright, proofy rum cake on top. It remains bright and lively all throughout, ultimately making the observer sneeze in proofy delight.

Having gone to the distillery to pick a single barrel twice now, there was no time in which a wheated Whiskey Type: Bourbon Mash Bill Percentages: Undisclosed proportions of corn, wheat and malted barley Proof Coming back to the nose shows off subtle barrel funk and more caramel tones. Great barrel funk proliferates late in the glass. This drinks well below 108 proof in an unfortunately lackluster delivery.

join us in toasting and celebrating American whiskey history with this outstanding small batch 108 proof This year’s release uses barrels wherein the wood has been naturally air-dried and seasoned for different The spectrum of barrels used have been seasoned for 18 months, 3 years, 4 years, and 5 years, thus changing Kentucky 40216 Whiskey Type:  Kentucky straight bourbon whiskey Mash Bill Percentages:   Undisclosed Proof Another quick taste reveals a bourbon that drinks well under proof and leaves little impression outside

“We try to treat individual whiskey barrels like ingredients in a dish. Seen as an ideal whiskey for being out on the trail that drinks lower than its proof, it is like trail Mash Bill Percentages:  60% corn, 36% rye, 4% malted barley distilled at Bardstown Bourbon Company Proof :  113° Age:  Two barrels each aged 5 years and 8 months were utilized for this blend, and one barrel TL;DR: Simple, straightforward, flavorful bourbon that drinks well below proof Rating:  3.5/5 ( Good

Tonight we have an old staple coming back around in a new barrel. Let’s see how this one drinks! on Label: Heaven Hill Whiskey Type: Bourbon Mash Bill Percentages: 78% Corn, 10% Rye, 12% Barley Proof : 100° Age: 10 years Further identification: Barrel 9862; barreled on 12/22/10 Nose: Rich stewed Darker and packed with more flavor than some other Henry McKenna barrels I have tried, this is definitely the type of barrel I prefer.

However, using the phrase 'Cask Strength', 'Barrel Strength', or 'Barrel Proof' (which all inherently 'Barrel Proof' was defined in 1977 by the TTB ( Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau ) to "preclude TTB's website : A distilled spirits label bearing the phrase "Original Proof," "Original Barrel Proof " or "Entry Proof" indicates that the proof of the spirits entered into the barrel and the proof of the Further, "Barrel Proof" on a distilled spirits label indicates that the bottling proof is not more than

are available throughout the year include: Weller Special Reserve, Weller Antique 107, Weller Full Proof Whiskey Type: Kentucky straight bourbon whiskey Mash Bill Percentages:  Undisclosed wheated mash bill Proof proof whiskey that we've come to know and love from Buffalo Trace. entry proofs. The wheated mash bill feels a bit washed out in all the barrel influence from this 12-14 year old barrel