{"title":"2026 Bourbon Releases","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"george-t-stagg-jr-bourbon-whiskey-67-2","title":"Stagg Bourbon Whiskey","description":"\u003cp\u003eStagg Bourbon Whiskey is a robust, uncut, and unfiltered powerhouse crafted for true bourbon enthusiasts. Produced by the renowned Buffalo Trace Distillery, Stagg delivers intense depth, complexity, and warmth with every sip. Expect notes of dark chocolate, vanilla, charred oak, and bold spice—balanced by a rich mouthfeel and lingering finish. Bottled at barrel proof, this expression embodies strength and authenticity, making it a collector's favorite and a must-try for fans of high-proof bourbon. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e63.45% ABV, 750 ml\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is not a store pick.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHardly a \"junior\" of the big daddy, this is a strong, powerful high proof whiskey!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA recent marketing change removed the \"Jr.\" from the front label.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sazerac\/Reyes","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":18084947013,"sku":"","price":250.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0363\/8621\/files\/Stagg_Bourbon_Whiskey.jpg?v=1749062614"},{"product_id":"colonel-eh-taylor-small-batch-bourbon-whiskey-bottled-in-bond","title":"Colonel EH Taylor Small Batch Bourbon Whiskey Bottled in Bond","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"696\" data-start=\"353\"\u003eColonel E.H. Taylor Small Batch is a classic, impeccably balanced Bottled-in-Bond bourbon that showcases richness, structure, and old-fashioned Kentucky charm. Complex yet approachable, it offers layers of caramel, spice, sweet corn, and toasted oak with the depth and dignity befitting a whiskey named after one of bourbon’s founding fathers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"701\" data-start=\"698\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"735\" data-start=\"703\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"733\" data-start=\"706\"\u003eOrigins \u0026amp; Craftsmanship\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"922\" data-start=\"736\"\u003eProduced at Buffalo Trace Distillery, this Small Batch bourbon honors Colonel Edmund Haynes Taylor, Jr., a pivotal figure in modern bourbon standards and the Bottled-in-Bond Act of 1897.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1088\" data-start=\"924\"\u003eCrafted from a traditional rye-forward mash bill, each batch is assembled from select barrels that reflect Taylor’s emphasis on consistency and quality. It is then:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"1326\" data-start=\"1090\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1182\" data-start=\"1090\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1182\" data-start=\"1092\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1132\" data-start=\"1092\"\u003eAged in century-old brick warehouses\u003c\/strong\u003e, designed by Taylor for optimal climate control\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1256\" data-start=\"1183\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1256\" data-start=\"1185\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1209\" data-start=\"1185\"\u003eBottled at 100 proof\u003c\/strong\u003e, as required for Bottled-in-Bond designation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1326\" data-start=\"1257\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1326\" data-start=\"1259\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1291\" data-start=\"1259\"\u003eDistilled in a single season\u003c\/strong\u003e and aged a minimum of four years\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1469\" data-start=\"1328\"\u003eThe result is a bourbon rooted in heritage, precision, and craftsmanship that preserves the traditional Kentucky profile with modern finesse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"1474\" data-start=\"1471\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"1500\" data-start=\"1476\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1498\" data-start=\"1479\"\u003eCritics Reviews\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1622\" data-start=\"1501\"\u003eProfessional reviewers routinely praise E.H. Taylor Small Batch for its balance, complexity, and historical authenticity:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"2091\" data-start=\"1624\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1769\" data-start=\"1624\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1769\" data-start=\"1626\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1645\" data-start=\"1626\"\u003eWhisky Advocate\u003c\/strong\u003e often highlights its \u003cem data-end=\"1715\" data-start=\"1667\"\u003e“classic caramel, spice, and oak integration,”\u003c\/em\u003e calling it a benchmark for Bottled-in-Bond bourbon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1925\" data-start=\"1770\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1925\" data-start=\"1772\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1793\" data-start=\"1772\"\u003eThe Tasting Panel\u003c\/strong\u003e commends its \u003cem data-end=\"1847\" data-start=\"1807\"\u003e“silky texture and refined structure,”\u003c\/em\u003e especially the interplay of sweet corn, toasted oak, and warm baking spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2091\" data-start=\"1926\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2091\" data-start=\"1928\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1957\" data-start=\"1928\"\u003eRespected bourbon critics\u003c\/strong\u003e frequently describe it as \u003cem data-end=\"2024\" data-start=\"1984\"\u003e“a superb value-to-quality expression”\u003c\/em\u003e and emphasize its \u003cem data-end=\"2089\" data-start=\"2043\"\u003e“elegant depth and long, satisfying finish.”\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2214\" data-start=\"2093\"\u003eOverall, reviewers consistently regard it as one of the finest examples of the Bottled-in-Bond tradition available today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"2219\" data-start=\"2216\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"2243\" data-start=\"2221\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2243\" data-start=\"2224\"\u003eTasting Profile\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2433\" data-start=\"2245\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2254\" data-start=\"2245\"\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"2257\" data-start=\"2254\"\u003eWarm notes of caramel, vanilla, and honeyed corn mingle with cinnamon, clove, dried citrus peel, and toasted oak. Subtle hints of leather and old-style rickhouse air add depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2682\" data-start=\"2435\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2446\" data-start=\"2435\"\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"2449\" data-start=\"2446\"\u003eRich and full-bodied. Flavors of caramelized sugar, sweet corn, butterscotch, and rye spice develop into red apple, brown sugar, and hints of tobacco. The rye backbone adds lively structure, while the oak provides warmth and balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2839\" data-start=\"2684\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2695\" data-start=\"2684\"\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"2698\" data-start=\"2695\"\u003eLong, dry, and satisfying. Caramel, spice, and oak taper into soft vanilla and lingering pepper, leaving a clean, classic bourbon impression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"2844\" data-start=\"2841\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"2867\" data-start=\"2846\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2867\" data-start=\"2849\"\u003eQuick Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"TyagGW_tableContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"group TyagGW_tableWrapper flex w-fit flex-col-reverse\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\" data-end=\"3399\" data-start=\"2869\"\u003e\n\u003cthead data-end=\"2891\" data-start=\"2869\"\u003e\n\u003ctr data-end=\"2891\" data-start=\"2869\"\u003e\n\u003cth data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"2880\" data-start=\"2869\"\u003eCategory\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth data-col-size=\"md\" data-end=\"2891\" data-start=\"2880\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody data-end=\"3399\" data-start=\"2914\"\u003e\n\u003ctr data-end=\"2973\" data-start=\"2914\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"2932\" data-start=\"2914\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2931\" data-start=\"2916\"\u003eABV \/ Proof\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-end=\"2973\" data-start=\"2932\" data-col-size=\"md\"\u003e50% ABV (100 proof) – Bottled in Bond\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-end=\"3046\" data-start=\"2974\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"2996\" data-start=\"2974\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2995\" data-start=\"2976\"\u003eOrigin \/ Region\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\" data-end=\"3046\" data-start=\"2996\"\u003eFrankfort, Kentucky – Buffalo Trace Distillery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-end=\"3123\" data-start=\"3047\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"3078\" data-start=\"3047\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3077\" data-start=\"3049\"\u003eProduction or Grain Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-end=\"3123\" data-start=\"3078\" data-col-size=\"md\"\u003eTraditional rye-forward bourbon mash bill\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-end=\"3232\" data-start=\"3124\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"3150\" data-start=\"3124\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3149\" data-start=\"3126\"\u003eAging or Maturation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-end=\"3232\" data-start=\"3150\" data-col-size=\"md\"\u003eMinimum 4 years in new charred American oak; aged in historic brick warehouses\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-end=\"3331\" data-start=\"3233\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"3256\" data-start=\"3233\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3255\" data-start=\"3235\"\u003eAromas \u0026amp; Flavors\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-end=\"3331\" data-start=\"3256\" data-col-size=\"md\"\u003eCaramel, vanilla, sweet corn, cinnamon, clove, citrus peel, toasted oak\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-end=\"3399\" data-start=\"3332\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"3355\" data-start=\"3332\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3354\" data-start=\"3334\"\u003eStyle \/ Identity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-end=\"3399\" data-start=\"3355\" data-col-size=\"md\"\u003eClassic Bottled-in-Bond Kentucky bourbon\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eColonel E.H. Taylor Small Batch Bourbon Whiskey Bottled in Bond pays tribute to one of the founding fathers of bourbon. Made in accordance with the Bottled-in-Bond Act of 1897, this Kentucky straight bourbon is aged in century-old warehouses and crafted from hand-selected barrels for consistency and character. Expect a well-balanced profile with notes of caramel, dried fruit, and spicy oak, all wrapped in a smooth, full-bodied finish. Revered by collectors and everyday sippers alike, this bourbon is a true expression of American whiskey tradition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"Honeyed oats and minerals are refreshing on the nose. The flavors in the mouth are long and complex, starting with honey sweetened cream of wheat, then grainy toasted wood, and finally vanilla crème brûlée.\"  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e2017 Ultimate Spirits Challenge,  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e98 Points, \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eExtraordinary, Ultimate Recommendation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sazerac\/Reyes","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":18084946693,"sku":"088004005498","price":99.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0363\/8621\/products\/Colonel_EH_Taylor_Small_Batch_Bourbon_Whiskey_Bottled_in_Bond.jpg?v=1749060985"},{"product_id":"thomas-h-handy-rye-whiskey","title":"Thomas H Handy Rye Whiskey Buffalo Trace Antique Collection","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"227\" data-end=\"583\"\u003eThis release of Thomas H. Handy is an uncompromising, barrel-proof rye that delivers immense spice, bold intensity and raw whiskey character. Designed for sippers who seek full strength and high-impact rye, it offers a thrilling ride of heat-driven flavour backed by subtle depth. It’s not for casual sipping, but for those who appreciate serious rye.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"585\" data-end=\"588\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"590\" data-end=\"619\"\u003eOrigins \u0026amp; Craftsmanship\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"620\" data-end=\"1255\"\u003eCrafted at the Buffalo Trace Distillery in Kentucky, the Thomas H. Handy expression draws on a high-rye mash bill (a Kentucky-style rye) and is bottled \u003cstrong data-start=\"772\" data-end=\"796\"\u003euncut and unfiltered\u003c\/strong\u003e—straight from the barrel. The 2025 edition is aged approximately \u003cstrong data-start=\"862\" data-end=\"882\"\u003e6 years 3 months\u003c\/strong\u003e, distilled in Spring 2018 and 2019, and bottled at a formidable \u003cstrong data-start=\"947\" data-end=\"974\"\u003e129.8 proof (64.9% ABV)\u003c\/strong\u003e. Barrels for this release matured on middle to upper floors (4–7) of select warehouses (AA, DD, L, N) with the brand continuing its role as the rye counterpart in the BTAC series.\u003cbr data-start=\"1154\" data-end=\"1157\"\u003eThe bottle is part of the annual limited-edition lineup, highly allocated and deeply sought after.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1257\" data-end=\"1260\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1262\" data-end=\"1283\"\u003eCritics Reviews\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1284\" data-end=\"1885\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1284\" data-end=\"1502\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1286\" data-end=\"1502\"\u003eWhiskey reviewer \u003cstrong data-start=\"1303\" data-end=\"1317\"\u003eEric Burke\u003c\/strong\u003e described the 2025 Handy as “a powerful, high-proof rye that opens with lively oak and spice, vibrant fruit notes (apple\/berry) under the heat, then layers of caramel and deep wood.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1503\" data-end=\"1686\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1505\" data-end=\"1686\"\u003eEditor \u003cstrong data-start=\"1512\" data-end=\"1529\"\u003eJulia Higgins\u003c\/strong\u003e (Whisky Advocate) noted: “This year’s Handy stands out for balance despite its proof—bright fruit and rich rye spice combine with long oak-driven finish.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1687\" data-end=\"1885\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1689\" data-end=\"1885\"\u003eSpirits writer \u003cstrong data-start=\"1704\" data-end=\"1719\"\u003eKirk Miller\u003c\/strong\u003e (InsideHook) observed that “Handy is the youngest whiskey in the 2025 BTAC collection, yet it punches way above its age with intense flavour and refined strength.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1887\" data-end=\"1890\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1892\" data-end=\"1913\"\u003eTasting Profile\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1914\" data-end=\"2440\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1914\" data-end=\"2065\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1916\" data-end=\"2065\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1916\" data-end=\"1925\"\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fresh golden-amber hue. Aromas of vibrant cinnamon and clove spice, orange peel, fig cake and candied fruit, underpinned by seasoned oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2066\" data-end=\"2268\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2068\" data-end=\"2268\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2068\" data-end=\"2079\"\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full and energetic. Waves of rye bread spice, peppercorn, brown sugar, molasses, dark fruit and toasted wood dominate—heat plays a strong part yet the grain and barrel character hold up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2269\" data-end=\"2440\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2271\" data-end=\"2440\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2271\" data-end=\"2282\"\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long, warming and intense. Lingering allspice, nutmeg, oak tannin and a slightly smoky char fade into pepper-sweet echoes and a hint of coconut or vanilla.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2442\" data-end=\"2445\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2447\" data-end=\"2465\"\u003eQuick Overview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_tableContainer_1rjym_1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"group _tableWrapper_1rjym_13 flex w-fit flex-col-reverse\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003ctable data-start=\"2467\" data-end=\"3387\" class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\"\u003e\n\u003cthead data-start=\"2467\" data-end=\"2771\"\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2467\" data-end=\"2771\"\u003e\n\u003cth data-start=\"2467\" data-end=\"2491\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2469\" data-end=\"2484\"\u003eABV \/ Proof\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth data-start=\"2491\" data-end=\"2533\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2493\" data-end=\"2512\"\u003eOrigin \/ Region\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth data-start=\"2533\" data-end=\"2579\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2535\" data-end=\"2561\"\u003eMash Bill \/ Production\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth data-start=\"2579\" data-end=\"2633\" data-col-size=\"md\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2581\" data-end=\"2603\"\u003eAging \/ Maturation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth data-start=\"2633\" data-end=\"2705\" data-col-size=\"md\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2635\" data-end=\"2655\"\u003eAromas \u0026amp; Flavors\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth data-start=\"2705\" data-end=\"2771\" data-col-size=\"md\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2707\" data-end=\"2727\"\u003eStyle \/ Identity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody data-start=\"3080\" data-end=\"3387\"\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"3080\" data-end=\"3387\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3080\" data-end=\"3107\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003e~64.9% ABV \/ 129.8 proof\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3107\" data-end=\"3150\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eKentucky, USA (Buffalo Trace Distillery)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3150\" data-end=\"3196\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eStraight rye whiskey, uncut \u0026amp; unfiltered\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3196\" data-end=\"3250\" data-col-size=\"md\"\u003eAged ~6 years 3 months; barrels from floors 4–7\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3250\" data-end=\"3320\" data-col-size=\"md\"\u003eRye spice, orange peel, fig cake, molasses, toasted oak\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3320\" data-end=\"3387\" data-col-size=\"md\"\u003eHigh-proof rye whiskey, collector edition, powerful and intense\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Sazerac\/Reyes","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":8750238405,"sku":"","price":600.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0363\/8621\/files\/Thomas_H_Handy_Rye_Whiskey_2024_Buffalo_Trace_Antique_Collection.jpg?v=1749054086"},{"product_id":"michters-barrel-strength-rye-whiskey-limited-release","title":"Michter's Barrel Strength Rye Whiskey Limited Release","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMichter’s Barrel Strength Rye\u003c\/strong\u003e is a bold and expressive limited release that pushes the rye profile forward while showcasing deep wood influence and balance. It’s a whiskey for fans who enjoy spice, oak, and complexity—and because it’s a barrel strength release, it offers a bit more latitude to tailor intensity through dilution. It’s not subtle, but it’s rewarding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"499\" data-start=\"496\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"529\" data-start=\"501\"\u003eOrigins \u0026amp; Craftsmanship\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"1098\" data-start=\"530\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"656\" data-start=\"530\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"656\" data-start=\"532\"\u003eThis is a \u003cstrong data-end=\"588\" data-start=\"542\"\u003esingle barrel, barrel strength rye whiskey\u003c\/strong\u003e from Michter’s (US*1 line). \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan data-testid=\"webpage-citation-pill\" class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"814\" data-start=\"657\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"814\" data-start=\"659\"\u003eThe distillate is barreled at \u003cstrong data-end=\"702\" data-start=\"689\"\u003e103 proof\u003c\/strong\u003e (51.5% ABV), a relatively low barrel entry proof for American whiskeys. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"945\" data-start=\"815\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"945\" data-start=\"817\"\u003eEach barrel is bottled at its natural strength—i.e. no dilution to a standardized proof. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1098\" data-start=\"946\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1098\" data-start=\"948\"\u003eIt is released intermittently, not on a fixed schedule—Michter’s lets flavor readiness dictate release timing. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan data-testid=\"webpage-citation-pill\" class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"1103\" data-start=\"1100\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"1125\" data-start=\"1105\"\u003eTasting Profile\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_tableContainer_1rjym_1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"group _tableWrapper_1rjym_13 flex w-fit flex-col-reverse\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\" data-end=\"1769\" data-start=\"1127\"\u003e\n\u003cthead data-end=\"1161\" data-start=\"1127\"\u003e\n\u003ctr data-end=\"1161\" data-start=\"1127\"\u003e\n\u003cth data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"1139\" data-start=\"1127\"\u003eComponent\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth data-col-size=\"lg\" data-end=\"1161\" data-start=\"1139\"\u003eNotes \u0026amp; Highlights\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody data-end=\"1769\" data-start=\"1191\"\u003e\n\u003ctr data-end=\"1294\" data-start=\"1191\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"1216\" data-start=\"1191\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1215\" data-start=\"1193\"\u003eAppearance \/ Color\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-end=\"1294\" data-start=\"1216\" data-col-size=\"lg\"\u003eDeep copper-amber with reddish hues. \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-end=\"1428\" data-start=\"1295\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"1314\" data-start=\"1295\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1313\" data-start=\"1297\"\u003eNose \/ Aroma\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"lg\" data-end=\"1428\" data-start=\"1314\"\u003eButterscotch and cinnamon, cherries, caramel, toasted oak, warm vanilla. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan data-testid=\"webpage-citation-pill\" class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-end=\"1591\" data-start=\"1429\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"1450\" data-start=\"1429\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1449\" data-start=\"1431\"\u003ePalate \/ Taste\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"lg\" data-end=\"1591\" data-start=\"1450\"\u003eRich and layered: dark cherry, fig, plum, molasses, deep caramel, oak spice, rye spice, earthiness. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan data-testid=\"webpage-citation-pill\" class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-end=\"1769\" data-start=\"1592\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"1605\" data-start=\"1592\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1604\" data-start=\"1594\"\u003eFinish\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-end=\"1769\" data-start=\"1605\" data-col-size=\"lg\"\u003eWarming with lingering spice, oak, brown sugar, some peppery heat, with a slightly dry leather \/ tobacco note in the tail. \\\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1801\" data-start=\"1771\"\u003eNotable reviewer observations:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"2328\" data-start=\"1803\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1948\" data-start=\"1803\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1948\" data-start=\"1805\"\u003eThe 2024 release is “decadently spicy, oak forward” with strong baking spice and toasted oak character. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan data-testid=\"webpage-citation-pill\" class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2137\" data-start=\"1949\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2137\" data-start=\"1951\"\u003eA tasting of that same release offers a long list: lemon hard candy, graham cracker, raisin, fig, apricot, dark salted caramel, plum, red currant. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan data-testid=\"webpage-citation-pill\" class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\"\u003e\u003ca class=\"flex h-4.5 overflow-hidden rounded-xl px-2 text-[9px] font-medium transition-colors duration-150 ease-in-out text-token-text-secondary! bg-[#F4F4F4]! dark:bg-[#303030]!\" alt=\"https:\/\/www.amongstthewhiskey.com\/post\/2024-michter-s-barrel-strength-rye-review-how-low-barrel-entry-proof-18-month-air-seasoning-come?utm_source=chatgpt.com\" rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amongstthewhiskey.com\/post\/2024-michter-s-barrel-strength-rye-review-how-low-barrel-entry-proof-18-month-air-seasoning-come?utm_source=chatgpt.com\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative start-0 bottom-0 flex h-full w-full items-center\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"flex h-4 w-full items-center justify-between\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"max-w-[15ch] grow truncate overflow-hidden text-center\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2137\" data-start=\"1949\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2137\" data-start=\"1951\"\u003e\u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan data-testid=\"webpage-citation-pill\" class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\"\u003e\u003ca class=\"flex h-4.5 overflow-hidden rounded-xl px-2 text-[9px] font-medium transition-colors duration-150 ease-in-out text-token-text-secondary! bg-[#F4F4F4]! dark:bg-[#303030]!\" alt=\"https:\/\/www.amongstthewhiskey.com\/post\/2024-michter-s-barrel-strength-rye-review-how-low-barrel-entry-proof-18-month-air-seasoning-come?utm_source=chatgpt.com\" rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amongstthewhiskey.com\/post\/2024-michter-s-barrel-strength-rye-review-how-low-barrel-entry-proof-18-month-air-seasoning-come?utm_source=chatgpt.com\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative start-0 bottom-0 flex h-full w-full items-center\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"flex h-4 w-full items-center justify-between\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"max-w-[15ch] grow truncate overflow-hidden text-center\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eIt’s described as dense, oily, and heavy, with flavors like crema brûlée, pumpernickel, roasted oak, dried cherry, dark chocolate, and earthiness. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan data-testid=\"webpage-citation-pill\" class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"2333\" data-start=\"2330\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"2358\" data-start=\"2335\"\u003eServing \u0026amp; Pairings\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"2770\" data-start=\"2360\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2527\" data-start=\"2360\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2527\" data-start=\"2362\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2371\" data-start=\"2362\"\u003eServe\u003c\/strong\u003e: Best neat or with a few drops of water to open aromatics. Because it’s barrel strength, you can experiment (e.g. try 10–20% water) to find your balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2770\" data-start=\"2528\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2770\" data-start=\"2530\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2542\" data-start=\"2530\"\u003ePairings\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr data-end=\"2546\" data-start=\"2543\"\u003e • Dark chocolate or chocolate desserts\u003cbr data-end=\"2588\" data-start=\"2585\"\u003e • Smoked or grilled meats, especially beef or lamb\u003cbr data-end=\"2642\" data-start=\"2639\"\u003e • Spiced nuts, pecan pie, walnut desserts\u003cbr data-end=\"2687\" data-start=\"2684\"\u003e • Cheese boards with aged or nutty cheeses\u003cbr data-end=\"2733\" data-start=\"2730\"\u003e • Espresso or dark coffee desserts\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"2775\" data-start=\"2772\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"2796\" data-start=\"2777\"\u003eQuick Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_tableContainer_1rjym_1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"group _tableWrapper_1rjym_13 flex w-fit flex-col-reverse\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100.087%; height: 156.75px;\" class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\" data-end=\"3310\" data-start=\"2798\"\u003e\n\u003cthead data-end=\"2818\" data-start=\"2798\"\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\" data-end=\"2818\" data-start=\"2798\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 22.9459%; height: 19.5938px;\" data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"2808\" data-start=\"2798\"\u003eFeature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 74.1945%; height: 19.5938px;\" data-col-size=\"md\" data-end=\"2818\" data-start=\"2808\"\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody data-end=\"3310\" data-start=\"2834\"\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\" data-end=\"2901\" data-start=\"2834\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 22.9459%; height: 19.5938px;\" data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"2845\" data-start=\"2834\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2844\" data-start=\"2836\"\u003eName\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 74.1945%; height: 19.5938px;\" data-col-size=\"md\" data-end=\"2901\" data-start=\"2845\"\u003eMichter’s US*1 Barrel Strength Rye (Limited Release)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\" data-end=\"2959\" data-start=\"2902\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 22.9459%; height: 19.5938px;\" data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"2921\" data-start=\"2902\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2920\" data-start=\"2904\"\u003eType \/ Style\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 74.1945%; height: 19.5938px;\" data-end=\"2959\" data-start=\"2921\" data-col-size=\"md\"\u003eSingle barrel rye, barrel strength\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\" data-end=\"3038\" data-start=\"2960\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 22.9459%; height: 19.5938px;\" data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"2985\" data-start=\"2960\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2984\" data-start=\"2962\"\u003eBarrel Entry Proof\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 74.1945%; height: 19.5938px;\" data-col-size=\"md\" data-end=\"3038\" data-start=\"2985\"\u003e103 proof \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan data-testid=\"webpage-citation-pill\" class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\" data-end=\"3144\" data-start=\"3039\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 22.9459%; height: 19.5938px;\" data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"3063\" data-start=\"3039\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3062\" data-start=\"3041\"\u003eBottling Strength\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 74.1945%; height: 19.5938px;\" data-col-size=\"md\" data-end=\"3144\" data-start=\"3063\"\u003eVaries per barrel (often ~110+ proof) \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan data-testid=\"webpage-citation-pill\" class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\" data-end=\"3209\" data-start=\"3145\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 22.9459%; height: 19.5938px;\" data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"3161\" data-start=\"3145\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3160\" data-start=\"3147\"\u003eCharacter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 74.1945%; height: 19.5938px;\" data-col-size=\"md\" data-end=\"3209\" data-start=\"3161\"\u003eRich, spice-forward, oak-influenced, complex\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 39.1875px;\" data-end=\"3310\" data-start=\"3210\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 22.9459%; height: 39.1875px;\" data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"3234\" data-start=\"3210\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3233\" data-start=\"3212\"\u003eRelease Frequency\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 74.1945%; height: 39.1875px;\" data-col-size=\"md\" data-end=\"3310\" data-start=\"3234\"\u003eSporadic – flavor-based schedule\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Breakthru","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":18069272005,"sku":"","price":150.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0363\/8621\/files\/Michter_s_Barrel_Strength_Rye_Whiskey_Limited_Release.jpg?v=1759427492"},{"product_id":"michters-toasted-finish-kentucky-bourbon","title":"Michter's 2025 Release Toasted Barrel Finish Sour Mash Bourbon Whiskey","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"551\" data-start=\"168\"\u003eMichter’s 2025 Toasted Barrel Finish Kentucky Sour Mash is a thoughtful and elegant limited-release that marries the familiar house sour mash base with a second-barrel toast nuance. At 86 proof, it leans toward approachable but layered — a whiskey that invites slow sipping, rewarding the drinker with toasty wood, honeyed sweetness, and gentle smokiness without ever overpowering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"556\" data-start=\"553\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"591\" data-start=\"558\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"589\" data-start=\"562\"\u003eOrigins \u0026amp; Craftsmanship\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"769\" data-start=\"592\"\u003eThis release is part of Michter’s ongoing \u003cstrong data-end=\"666\" data-start=\"634\"\u003eToasted Barrel Finish series\u003c\/strong\u003e, and it marks one of the rarer expressions in their portfolio.\u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan data-testid=\"webpage-citation-pill\" class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"1787\" data-start=\"770\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"924\" data-start=\"770\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"924\" data-start=\"772\"\u003eThe base whiskey is \u003cstrong data-end=\"820\" data-start=\"792\"\u003eMichter’s US*1 Sour Mash\u003c\/strong\u003e, an expression distinct from bourbon or rye (thus “sour mash”). \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan data-testid=\"webpage-citation-pill\" class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1162\" data-start=\"925\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1162\" data-start=\"927\"\u003eAfter primary aging in \u003cstrong data-end=\"993\" data-start=\"950\"\u003enew, charred American white oak barrels\u003c\/strong\u003e, the whiskey is then transferred into a \u003cstrong data-end=\"1087\" data-start=\"1034\"\u003esecond barrel made from 18-month air-dried staves\u003c\/strong\u003e that are \u003cstrong data-end=\"1121\" data-start=\"1097\"\u003etoasted, not charred\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan data-testid=\"webpage-citation-pill\" class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1389\" data-start=\"1163\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1389\" data-start=\"1165\"\u003eThe toasting profile, carefully selected by Michter’s master maturing team, aims to amplify honey, citrus spice, and subtle smoke, integrating them into a more complex finishing layer. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan data-testid=\"webpage-citation-pill\" class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1545\" data-start=\"1390\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1545\" data-start=\"1392\"\u003eThis 2025 edition is the third time this Toasted Barrel Sour Mash has been released (the previous being in 2022).\u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan data-testid=\"webpage-citation-pill\" class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1628\" data-start=\"1546\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1628\" data-start=\"1548\"\u003eIt is bottled at \u003cstrong data-end=\"1587\" data-start=\"1565\"\u003e43% ABV \/ 86 proof\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan data-testid=\"webpage-citation-pill\" class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1787\" data-start=\"1629\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1787\" data-start=\"1631\"\u003eAs a limited release, production quantity is constrained; Michter’s positions it as a premium, collectible offering. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan data-testid=\"webpage-citation-pill\" class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"1792\" data-start=\"1789\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1819\" data-start=\"1794\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1817\" data-start=\"1798\"\u003eTasting Profile\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1984\" data-start=\"1821\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1830\" data-start=\"1821\"\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1833\" data-start=\"1830\"\u003eSoft notes of toasted pine, mild oak, and delicate citrus zest, mingling with honeyed tones and hints of smoke.\u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan data-testid=\"webpage-citation-pill\" class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2238\" data-start=\"1986\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1997\" data-start=\"1986\"\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"2000\" data-start=\"1997\"\u003eA surprisingly full mouthfeel for its proof. You’ll find unsweetened caramel, dry orchard fruit, and toasted wood layers, along with a subtle sour mash influence that gives a light fruit-yeast tang. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan data-testid=\"webpage-citation-pill\" class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2460\" data-start=\"2240\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2251\" data-start=\"2240\"\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"2254\" data-start=\"2251\"\u003eLong, balanced, and gently drying. The finish moves from warmth to a soft drying in the tail, with lingering notes of toasted bread, mild smoke, and sweet wood spice.\u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan data-testid=\"webpage-citation-pill\" class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"2465\" data-start=\"2462\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"2490\" data-start=\"2467\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2488\" data-start=\"2471\"\u003eFood Pairings\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2778\" data-start=\"2491\"\u003eBecause of its balance and toast-driven nuance, this whiskey works well with \u003cstrong data-end=\"2583\" data-start=\"2568\"\u003esmoked nuts\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong data-end=\"2605\" data-start=\"2585\"\u003emild charcuterie\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong data-end=\"2627\" data-start=\"2607\"\u003ehoney-glazed ham\u003c\/strong\u003e, or \u003cstrong data-end=\"2665\" data-start=\"2632\"\u003egrilled pear with blue cheese\u003c\/strong\u003e. It would also complement \u003cstrong data-end=\"2709\" data-start=\"2692\"\u003erich desserts\u003c\/strong\u003e like crème brûlée or bread pudding (especially with toasted nuts).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"2783\" data-start=\"2780\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"2809\" data-start=\"2785\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2807\" data-start=\"2789\"\u003eQuick Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_tableContainer_1rjym_1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"group _tableWrapper_1rjym_13 flex w-fit flex-col-reverse\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\" data-end=\"3435\" data-start=\"2811\"\u003e\n\u003cthead data-end=\"2837\" data-start=\"2811\"\u003e\n\u003ctr data-end=\"2837\" data-start=\"2811\"\u003e\n\u003cth data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"2822\" data-start=\"2811\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2821\" data-start=\"2813\"\u003eSpec\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth data-col-size=\"md\" data-end=\"2837\" data-start=\"2822\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2835\" data-start=\"2824\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody data-end=\"3435\" data-start=\"2848\"\u003e\n\u003ctr data-end=\"2884\" data-start=\"2848\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"2866\" data-start=\"2848\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2865\" data-start=\"2850\"\u003eABV \/ Proof\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\" data-end=\"2884\" data-start=\"2866\"\u003e43% \/ 86 proof\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-end=\"2915\" data-start=\"2885\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"2898\" data-start=\"2885\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2897\" data-start=\"2887\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\" data-end=\"2915\" data-start=\"2898\"\u003eKentucky, USA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-end=\"2955\" data-start=\"2916\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"2931\" data-start=\"2916\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2930\" data-start=\"2918\"\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\" data-end=\"2955\" data-start=\"2931\"\u003eMichter’s Distillery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-end=\"2996\" data-start=\"2956\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"2978\" data-start=\"2956\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2977\" data-start=\"2958\"\u003eBase Expression\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\" data-end=\"2996\" data-start=\"2978\"\u003eUS*1 Sour Mash\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-end=\"3091\" data-start=\"2997\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"3028\" data-start=\"2997\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3027\" data-start=\"2999\"\u003eFinish \/ Secondary Aging\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-end=\"3091\" data-start=\"3028\" data-col-size=\"md\"\u003eToasted, uncharred secondary barrel (18-month seasoned oak)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-end=\"3153\" data-start=\"3092\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"3118\" data-start=\"3092\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3117\" data-start=\"3094\"\u003eCask Type – Primary\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\" data-end=\"3153\" data-start=\"3118\"\u003eNew, charred American white oak\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-end=\"3224\" data-start=\"3154\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"3177\" data-start=\"3154\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3176\" data-start=\"3156\"\u003eAromas \u0026amp; Flavors\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\" data-end=\"3224\" data-start=\"3177\"\u003eToasted wood, honey, citrus, caramel, smoke\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-end=\"3301\" data-start=\"3225\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"3248\" data-start=\"3225\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3247\" data-start=\"3227\"\u003eStyle \/ Identity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\" data-end=\"3301\" data-start=\"3248\"\u003eLimited-Release Toasted Barrel Kentucky Sour Mash\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-end=\"3361\" data-start=\"3302\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"3322\" data-start=\"3302\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3321\" data-start=\"3304\"\u003eRelease Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-end=\"3361\" data-start=\"3322\" data-col-size=\"md\"\u003eThird edition; limited availability\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-end=\"3435\" data-start=\"3362\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"3385\" data-start=\"3362\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3384\" data-start=\"3364\"\u003eTasting Strength\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\" data-end=\"3435\" data-start=\"3385\"\u003eBalanced for sipping, not high-proof intensity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Breakthru","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":13535546933314,"sku":"","price":150.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0363\/8621\/files\/Michter_s_2025_Release_Toasted_Barrel_Finish_Sour_Mash_Bourbon_Whiskey.jpg?v=1759879463"},{"product_id":"very-old-barton-bourbon-100-proof","title":"Very Old Barton \"100 Proof\" Bourbon Whiskey","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eVery Old Barton 100 Proof Bourbon is like a grandpa in a leather jacket—aged, wise, and still strong enough to knock you off your porch swing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"field-wrapper body field field-node--body field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"field-items\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"field-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVery Old Barton has been carefully distilled and aged for generations in Bardstown, Kentucky. This classic bourbon whiskey has a bold and rich taste that goes down smooth, just as it has for decades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e750 ml, 50% ABV\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"field-wrapper field field-node--field-tasting-notes field-name-field-tasting-notes field-type-string-long field-label-above\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"field-label\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"field-items\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Southern","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32253681926210,"sku":"","price":20.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0363\/8621\/products\/01160F7F-C0AA-47D0-B452-B5818DA524A9_1_105_c.jpg?v=1615482122"},{"product_id":"james-e-pepper-barrel-proof-bourbon-whiskey-decanter","title":"James E Pepper \"Decanter\" Barrel Proof Bourbon Whiskey","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"221\" data-start=\"146\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eA revived classic—poured from a beautifully weighted crystal decanter modeled after the brand’s 1945 design, this barrel-proof bourbon honors its Kentucky roots with flair. It's a nod to James E. Pepper’s historic distilling legacy in Lexington.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"226\" data-start=\"223\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"254\" data-start=\"228\"\u003e🥃 Mash \u0026amp; Maturation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"330\" data-start=\"255\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eCrafted from a blend of corn, rye, malted barley, and malted rye, the mash is aged in new, air-seasoned Kentucky oak barrels (18–24 months). The final blend averages 5 ½ years in wood, bottled uncut and unfiltered at cask strength for purity and punch.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"335\" data-start=\"332\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"350\" data-start=\"337\"\u003e👃 Nose\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"426\" data-start=\"351\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eToasted oak and walnuts lead the aromatics, accompanied by hints of syrup, creamy marzipan, and a whisper of anise—warm, inviting, and layered.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"431\" data-start=\"428\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"458\" data-start=\"433\"\u003e👄 Palate \u0026amp; Texture\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"534\" data-start=\"459\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eSilky yet robust, featuring oak and dried dark fruit, rich highlights of brown sugar, apricot, white grape, cinnamon, nutmeg, and oaky spice. The mouthfeel is thick and mouth-coating—a true barrel-proof experience.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"539\" data-start=\"536\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"556\" data-start=\"541\"\u003e🔚 Finish\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"634\" data-start=\"557\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eMedium to long, finishing with creamy vanilla, citrus peel, clove, nutmeg, and a touch of leather, tobacco, and earthy oak. Heat rises gracefully without overpowering the flavor.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"639\" data-start=\"636\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"671\" data-start=\"641\"\u003e🌟 Accolades \u0026amp; Reception\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"833\" data-start=\"672\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003e– Named “One of the Best Bourbons of 2023” by Fred Minnick (94 pts), praised for hazelnut and toffee elegance.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr data-end=\"754\" data-start=\"751\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003e– Critics highlight its balanced bright fruit and spice, with robust oak presence—despite occasional notes of brisk heat.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"838\" data-start=\"835\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"863\" data-start=\"840\"\u003e🥂 Enjoyment Tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"943\" data-start=\"864\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eEnjoy neat or with a drop of water to mellow—best served in a glencairn or lowball for aromatic depth. Delicious with dark chocolate, nutty desserts, or even with a cigar thanks to those tobacco and leather tones.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"948\" data-start=\"945\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"968\" data-start=\"950\"\u003e✅ Final Take\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1242\" data-start=\"969\"\u003eA gorgeous bottle packed with bold Kentucky character. Bright, fruity, and warmly spiced, the “Decanter” is both a display piece and a flavorful barrel-proof bourbon that punches well above its weight. Perfect for sipping slow and appreciating heritage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"The Decanter bottle is a recreation of a historic bottle produced at our distillery in 1945. It was designed to highlight the rich color of the whiskies we produce due to our lower barrel entry proof and use of the finest cooperage.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUnique blends of our oldest stocks \u0026amp; distinct mash bills, consisting of Corn, Rye, Malted Barley \u0026amp; Malted Rye; Aged in new toasted \u0026amp; charred barrels made from Kentucky Oak, air seasoned a minimum of 18-24 months; Water source from the historic distillery well. Distilled \u0026amp; bottled at the historic James E. Pepper Distillery (DSP-KY-5) in Lexington, Kentucky. Average age of whiskies is 5.5 years; bottled straight from the barrel, uncut \u0026amp; unfiltered.\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTasting Notes\u003cbr\u003eNose: Toasted oak, walnuts, syrup, marzipan, anise\u003cbr\u003eFront-palate: Oak and dried dark fruits\u003cbr\u003eMid-palate: Front end carries through with some extra notes of toasted oak and citrus peel\u003cbr\u003eFinish: Medium-long with strong notes of creamy vanilla and clove\/nutmeg\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Breakthru","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40624591765570,"sku":"52.8% ABV Harmonized Code 2208.30.30.30, Made in USA","price":65.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0363\/8621\/files\/B7974D8F-C1C8-46DC-BBF4-BFD6FAEF5C9F_1_201_a.jpg?v=1702174492"},{"product_id":"whistlepig-campstock-wheat-whiskey","title":"Whistlepig Campstock Wheat Whiskey","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"44\" data-end=\"67\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eWhistlePig CampStock is a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1550\" data-end=\"1592\"\u003eplayful and approachable wheat whiskey\u003c\/strong\u003e—smooth, sweet, and evocative of campfire nostalgia without heavy smoke or weight. It’s ideal for those seeking something light, effortlessly sippable, and true to its branding. Not deep or layered, but fun and friendly, especially around a campfire or at a relaxed summer gathering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"44\" data-end=\"67\"\u003e🏺 Origins \u0026amp; Concept\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"68\" data-end=\"145\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"68\" data-end=\"145\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"70\" data-end=\"145\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eA \u003cstrong data-start=\"2\" data-end=\"60\"\u003eblend of 85% wheat whiskey and 15% WhistlePig‑made rye\u003c\/strong\u003e, CampStock is finished in barrels toasted using \u003cstrong data-start=\"109\" data-end=\"142\"\u003eSolo Stove Bonfire technology\u003c\/strong\u003e—WhistlePig barrels broken down to firewood, then used to bosloasting—all designed to mimic campfire warmth. Bottled at \u003cstrong data-start=\"262\" data-end=\"284\"\u003e86 proof (43% ABV)\u003c\/strong\u003e and often packaged in kits including Solo Stove gear.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"147\" data-end=\"150\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"152\" data-end=\"170\"\u003e👃 Aroma (Nose)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"171\" data-end=\"248\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"171\" data-end=\"248\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"173\" data-end=\"248\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eSoft and inviting: think \u003cstrong data-start=\"25\" data-end=\"41\"\u003ehoney‑graham\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong data-start=\"43\" data-end=\"53\"\u003enutmeg\u003c\/strong\u003e, light \u003cstrong data-start=\"61\" data-end=\"70\"\u003esmoke\u003c\/strong\u003e, and sandalwood aromas. Layered with \u003cstrong data-start=\"108\" data-end=\"123\"\u003egreen apple\u003c\/strong\u003e, peach, and subtle toasted oak. Sweet but not cloying.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"250\" data-end=\"253\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"255\" data-end=\"277\"\u003e👅 Palate \u0026amp; Texture\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"278\" data-end=\"433\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"278\" data-end=\"355\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"280\" data-end=\"355\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"8\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eBody\u003c\/strong\u003e is light to medium—smooth and easy-drinking. The wheat grain brings creamy honeyed sweetness, with touches of \u003cstrong data-start=\"119\" data-end=\"133\"\u003ecandy corn\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong data-start=\"135\" data-end=\"160\"\u003eFrosted Flakes cereal\u003c\/strong\u003e, and caramel. Toasted oak notes emerge alongside black pepper, vanilla, and \u003cstrong data-start=\"237\" data-end=\"260\"\u003eorchard fruit skins\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"356\" data-end=\"433\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"358\" data-end=\"433\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eSome describe flavors like \u003cstrong data-start=\"27\" data-end=\"50\"\u003etorched orange peel\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong data-start=\"52\" data-end=\"68\"\u003ebutterscotch\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong data-start=\"74\" data-end=\"112\"\u003etoasted marshmallow\/graham cracker\u003c\/strong\u003e but overall it stays subtle.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"435\" data-end=\"438\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"440\" data-end=\"452\"\u003e🔁 Finish\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"453\" data-end=\"532\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"453\" data-end=\"532\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"455\" data-end=\"532\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eThe finish is \u003cstrong data-start=\"14\" data-end=\"35\"\u003emoderate and warm\u003c\/strong\u003e, with lingering \u003cstrong data-start=\"52\" data-end=\"66\"\u003eoaky toast\u003c\/strong\u003e, mild cinnamon spice, rye warmth, and a touch of citrus zest. Some say it’s pleasant but underwhelming in depth.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"816\" data-end=\"819\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"821\" data-end=\"845\"\u003e🧾 Highlight Snapshot\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_tableContainer_16hzy_1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_tableWrapper_16hzy_14 group flex w-fit flex-col-reverse\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003ctable data-start=\"847\" data-end=\"1501\" class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\"\u003e\n\u003cthead data-start=\"847\" data-end=\"926\"\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"847\" data-end=\"926\"\u003e\n\u003cth data-start=\"847\" data-end=\"868\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eFeature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth data-start=\"868\" data-end=\"926\" data-col-size=\"md\"\u003eNotes\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody data-start=\"1010\" data-end=\"1501\"\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1010\" data-end=\"1091\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1010\" data-end=\"1031\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1012\" data-end=\"1027\"\u003eProof \/ ABV\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1031\" data-end=\"1091\" data-col-size=\"md\"\u003e86 proof \/ ~43% ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1092\" data-end=\"1173\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1092\" data-end=\"1113\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1094\" data-end=\"1106\"\u003eMashbill\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1113\" data-end=\"1173\" data-col-size=\"md\"\u003e85% wheat whiskey (from Indiana), 15% WhistlePig rye\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1174\" data-end=\"1255\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1174\" data-end=\"1195\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1176\" data-end=\"1184\"\u003eNose\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1195\" data-end=\"1255\" data-col-size=\"md\"\u003eHoney-vanilla, nutmeg, green apple, soft smoke\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1256\" data-end=\"1337\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1256\" data-end=\"1277\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1258\" data-end=\"1268\"\u003ePalate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1277\" data-end=\"1337\" data-col-size=\"md\"\u003eCandy corn sweetness, caramel, toasted oak, spice\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1338\" data-end=\"1419\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1338\" data-end=\"1359\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1340\" data-end=\"1350\"\u003eFinish\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\" data-start=\"1359\" data-end=\"1419\"\u003eToasted grains, spice, gentle warmth, lingering zest\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1420\" data-end=\"1501\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1420\" data-end=\"1441\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1422\" data-end=\"1435\"\u003eIdeal For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1441\" data-end=\"1501\" data-col-size=\"md\"\u003eSummer sipping, casual occasions, entry-level wheat fans\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Southern","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41400016207938,"sku":"","price":56.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0363\/8621\/files\/Whistlepig_Campstock_Wheat_Whiskey.jpg?v=1753888082"},{"product_id":"blackwells-four-roses-4-bottle-collection","title":"Blackwell's Four Roses 6 Bottle Single Barrel Collection with Complimentary Straight Bourbon!","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis Collection contains one bottle each of the Four Roses single barrels OBSV, OBSF, OBSK, OESK, OESO, with a free Four Roses Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"212\" data-end=\"672\"\u003eAn exceptional deep-dive into Four Roses’ legendary recipe system, this \u003cstrong data-start=\"284\" data-end=\"330\"\u003eSix-Bottle Single Barrel Collection Bundle\u003c\/strong\u003e offers a rare opportunity to experience five distinct single-barrel recipes side by side — each at 100 proof — plus a complimentary bottle of Four Roses Kentucky Straight Bourbon. It’s equal parts educational, indulgent, and collectible: a masterclass in how mash bill and yeast shape bourbon flavor, all from one iconic Kentucky distillery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"674\" data-end=\"677\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"679\" data-end=\"712\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"683\" data-end=\"710\"\u003eOrigins \u0026amp; Craftsmanship\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"713\" data-end=\"1084\"\u003eFour Roses stands alone in bourbon for its \u003cstrong data-start=\"756\" data-end=\"787\"\u003eten-recipe production model\u003c\/strong\u003e, created by combining \u003cstrong data-start=\"810\" data-end=\"828\"\u003etwo mash bills\u003c\/strong\u003e with \u003cstrong data-start=\"834\" data-end=\"868\"\u003efive proprietary yeast strains\u003c\/strong\u003e. This bundle showcases \u003cstrong data-start=\"892\" data-end=\"947\"\u003efive of the most sought-after single-barrel recipes\u003c\/strong\u003e, each bottled at \u003cstrong data-start=\"965\" data-end=\"978\"\u003e100 proof\u003c\/strong\u003e from an individual barrel, allowing the nuances of fermentation and maturation to shine without blending.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1086\" data-end=\"1138\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1086\" data-end=\"1138\"\u003eIncluded Single Barrel Recipes (100 Proof each):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1140\" data-end=\"1545\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1140\" data-end=\"1221\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1142\" data-end=\"1221\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1142\" data-end=\"1150\"\u003eOBSV\u003c\/strong\u003e – Fruit-forward and elegant, driven by ripe red and dark fruit notes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1222\" data-end=\"1300\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1224\" data-end=\"1300\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1224\" data-end=\"1232\"\u003eOBSF\u003c\/strong\u003e – Warm and balanced, emphasizing spice, caramel, and polished oak\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1301\" data-end=\"1374\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1303\" data-end=\"1374\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1303\" data-end=\"1311\"\u003eOBSK\u003c\/strong\u003e – Rich and expressive, with baking spice, vanilla, and depth\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1375\" data-end=\"1459\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1377\" data-end=\"1459\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1377\" data-end=\"1385\"\u003eOESK\u003c\/strong\u003e – Layered and aromatic, highlighting spice complexity and orchard fruit\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1460\" data-end=\"1545\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1462\" data-end=\"1545\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1462\" data-end=\"1470\"\u003eOESO\u003c\/strong\u003e – Lush and rounded, showcasing sweetness, dark fruit, and supple texture\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1547\" data-end=\"1745\"\u003eEach single barrel is aged in \u003cstrong data-start=\"1577\" data-end=\"1605\"\u003enew charred American oak\u003c\/strong\u003e and selected for recipe-defining character before bottling. Together, they form a complete sensory map of Four Roses’ high-rye bourbon DNA.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1747\" data-end=\"2047\"\u003eRounding out the bundle is a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1776\" data-end=\"1848\"\u003ecomplimentary bottle of Four Roses Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey\u003c\/strong\u003e, the distillery’s flagship expression, which blends multiple recipes to create a smooth, approachable house style — serving as a perfect baseline for comparison against the single-barrel selections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2049\" data-end=\"2052\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2054\" data-end=\"2092\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2058\" data-end=\"2090\"\u003eCritics Reviews \u0026amp; Reputation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2093\" data-end=\"2352\"\u003eFour Roses Single Barrel recipes are consistently praised by professional critics and bourbon authorities, with individual recipes frequently scoring in the \u003cstrong data-start=\"2250\" data-end=\"2271\"\u003e92–96 point range\u003c\/strong\u003e across major spirits publications and tasting panels. Reviewers often highlight:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2354\" data-end=\"2574\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2354\" data-end=\"2411\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2356\" data-end=\"2411\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"2360\" data-end=\"2393\"\u003eclarity of flavor differences\u003c\/strong\u003e between recipes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2412\" data-end=\"2477\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2414\" data-end=\"2477\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"2418\" data-end=\"2447\"\u003eprecision and consistency\u003c\/strong\u003e of single-barrel selections\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2478\" data-end=\"2574\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2480\" data-end=\"2574\"\u003eThe value of tasting recipes side-by-side to understand yeast-driven aromatics and structure\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2576\" data-end=\"2797\"\u003eCollectors and educators alike regard multi-recipe Four Roses bundles as one of the \u003cstrong data-start=\"2660\" data-end=\"2723\"\u003emost insightful and rewarding bourbon experiences available\u003c\/strong\u003e, praised not just for quality but for the depth of learning they provide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2799\" data-end=\"2802\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2804\" data-end=\"2845\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2808\" data-end=\"2845\"\u003eTasting Profile\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2847\" data-end=\"3078\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2847\" data-end=\"2856\"\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2856\" data-end=\"2859\"\u003eA wide aromatic spectrum across the set — from \u003cstrong data-start=\"2906\" data-end=\"2936\"\u003ebright red cherry and plum\u003c\/strong\u003e to \u003cstrong data-start=\"2940\" data-end=\"3000\"\u003ebaking spice, vanilla bean, toasted oak, and floral lift\u003c\/strong\u003e — showcasing how yeast selection drives aroma even within the same mash bill.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3080\" data-end=\"3292\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3080\" data-end=\"3091\"\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3091\" data-end=\"3094\"\u003eDiverse yet cohesive. Expect variations of \u003cstrong data-start=\"3137\" data-end=\"3203\"\u003ecaramel, brown sugar, dark fruit, rye spice, and honeyed grain\u003c\/strong\u003e, with some recipes leaning fruit-forward and others emphasizing spice, oak, or richness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3294\" data-end=\"3526\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3294\" data-end=\"3305\"\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3305\" data-end=\"3308\"\u003eConsistently long and warming across the single barrels, with recipe-specific echoes of \u003cstrong data-start=\"3396\" data-end=\"3427\"\u003efruit, spice, or oak tannin\u003c\/strong\u003e. The complimentary Four Roses Bourbon finishes softer and smoother, offering contrast and context.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"3528\" data-end=\"3531\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"3533\" data-end=\"3574\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3537\" data-end=\"3574\"\u003eWhat’s Included (6 Bottles Total)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"TyagGW_tableContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"group TyagGW_tableWrapper flex w-fit flex-col-reverse\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003ctable data-start=\"3576\" data-end=\"3951\" class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\"\u003e\n\u003cthead data-start=\"3576\" data-end=\"3604\"\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"3576\" data-end=\"3604\"\u003e\n\u003cth data-start=\"3576\" data-end=\"3589\" data-col-size=\"md\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3578\" data-end=\"3588\"\u003eBottle\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth data-start=\"3589\" data-end=\"3604\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3591\" 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data-end=\"3769\" data-col-size=\"md\"\u003eFour Roses Single Barrel \u003cstrong data-start=\"3760\" data-end=\"3768\"\u003eOBSK\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3769\" data-end=\"3782\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003e100 Proof\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"3783\" data-end=\"3832\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3783\" data-end=\"3819\" data-col-size=\"md\"\u003eFour Roses Single Barrel \u003cstrong data-start=\"3810\" data-end=\"3818\"\u003eOESK\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3819\" data-end=\"3832\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003e100 Proof\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"3833\" data-end=\"3882\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3833\" data-end=\"3869\" data-col-size=\"md\"\u003eFour Roses Single Barrel \u003cstrong data-start=\"3860\" data-end=\"3868\"\u003eOESO\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3869\" data-end=\"3882\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003e100 Proof\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"3883\" data-end=\"3951\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3883\" data-end=\"3933\" data-col-size=\"md\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"3885\" data-end=\"3895\"\u003eBonus:\u003c\/strong\u003e Four Roses Kentucky Straight Bourbon\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3933\" data-end=\"3951\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eStandard Proof\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"3953\" data-end=\"3956\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"3958\" data-end=\"3984\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3962\" data-end=\"3982\"\u003eStyle \/ Identity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3985\" data-end=\"4057\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3985\" data-end=\"4057\"\u003eEducational · Collectible · Comparative · Premium Bourbon Experience\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4059\" data-end=\"4069\"\u003eIdeal for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"4070\" data-end=\"4240\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"4070\" data-end=\"4120\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4072\" data-end=\"4120\"\u003eBourbon enthusiasts seeking recipe exploration\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"4121\" data-end=\"4158\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4123\" data-end=\"4158\"\u003eTasting groups and guided flights\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"4159\" data-end=\"4189\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4161\" data-end=\"4189\"\u003eCollectors and gift buyers\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Sazerac\/Reyes","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41961440018498,"sku":null,"price":250.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0363\/8621\/files\/Four_Roses.png?v=1767713298"},{"product_id":"ampersand-optimus-15-year-old-bourbon-whiskey-finished-in-tokaji-casks","title":"Ampersand “Optimus” 15 Year Old Bourbon Whiskey Tokaji Cask Finish 750ml","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"510\" data-start=\"120\"\u003eAmpersand Opimus 15 Year is a bold hybrid: a classic Kentucky bourbon matured for over a decade, then finished in Tokaji wine casks to inject bright, dessert-wine warmth and fruit complexity. It strives to balance robust oak and bourbon character with elevated sweetness, dried fruit, and spice. It’s a statement whiskey intended for sipping and connoisseurs who enjoy cask-finished nuance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"515\" data-start=\"512\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"545\" data-start=\"517\"\u003eOrigins \u0026amp; Craftsmanship\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"1064\" data-start=\"546\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"701\" data-start=\"546\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"701\" data-start=\"548\"\u003eReleased by \u003cstrong data-end=\"604\" data-start=\"560\"\u003eAmpersand \/ Foley Family Wines \u0026amp; Spirits\u003c\/strong\u003e, with Master Distiller Chip Tate overseeing the program.\u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan data-testid=\"webpage-citation-pill\" class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"877\" data-start=\"702\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"877\" data-start=\"704\"\u003eIt is a \u003cstrong data-end=\"753\" data-start=\"712\"\u003e15-year-old Kentucky straight bourbon\u003c\/strong\u003e, finished for \u003cstrong data-end=\"801\" data-start=\"768\"\u003e9 months in Tokaji wine casks\u003c\/strong\u003e (Hungary) after primary maturation.\u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan data-testid=\"webpage-citation-pill\" class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"968\" data-start=\"878\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"968\" data-start=\"880\"\u003eMash bill: 75% corn, 13% rye, 12% malted barley. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan data-testid=\"webpage-citation-pill\" class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1064\" data-start=\"969\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1064\" data-start=\"971\"\u003eBottled at \u003cstrong data-end=\"1007\" data-start=\"982\"\u003e58.4% ABV (117 proof)\u003c\/strong\u003e — cask strength. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan data-testid=\"webpage-citation-pill\" class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"1069\" data-start=\"1066\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"1091\" data-start=\"1071\"\u003eTasting Profile\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_tableContainer_1rjym_1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"group _tableWrapper_1rjym_13 flex w-fit flex-col-reverse\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100.087%; height: 227.125px;\" class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\" data-end=\"1946\" data-start=\"1093\"\u003e\n\u003cthead data-end=\"1125\" data-start=\"1093\"\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\" data-end=\"1125\" data-start=\"1093\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 16.8625%; height: 19.5938px;\" data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"1103\" data-start=\"1093\"\u003eElement\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 80.2778%; height: 19.5938px;\" data-col-size=\"xl\" data-end=\"1125\" data-start=\"1103\"\u003eNotes \u0026amp; Highlights\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody data-end=\"1946\" data-start=\"1155\"\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 31.1875px;\" data-end=\"1291\" data-start=\"1155\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 16.8625%; height: 31.1875px;\" data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"1180\" data-start=\"1155\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1179\" data-start=\"1157\"\u003eColor \/ Appearance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 80.2778%; height: 31.1875px;\" data-col-size=\"xl\" data-end=\"1291\" data-start=\"1180\"\u003eDeep amber \/ mahogany, reflecting long aging and wine cask influence. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan data-testid=\"webpage-citation-pill\" class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 58.7812px;\" data-end=\"1509\" data-start=\"1292\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 16.8625%; height: 58.7812px;\" data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"1311\" data-start=\"1292\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1310\" data-start=\"1294\"\u003eNose \/ Aroma\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 80.2778%; height: 58.7812px;\" data-col-size=\"xl\" data-end=\"1509\" data-start=\"1311\"\u003eClassic bourbon notes of caramel, oak, vanilla, with added layers of stone fruit (apricots, peaches), honeycomb, dried nectarine, and winey raisin sultanas. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan data-testid=\"webpage-citation-pill\" class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 78.375px;\" data-end=\"1794\" data-start=\"1510\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 16.8625%; height: 78.375px;\" data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"1531\" data-start=\"1510\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1530\" data-start=\"1512\"\u003ePalate \/ Taste\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 80.2778%; height: 78.375px;\" data-col-size=\"xl\" data-end=\"1794\" data-start=\"1531\"\u003eRich and full: caramel, toasted oak, dark fruit (plum, fig), dried apricot, spiced honey, and a thread of baking spices (cinnamon, nutmeg). The Tokaji influence contributes wine-acid lift, warm fruit sweetness, and depth. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan data-testid=\"webpage-citation-pill\" class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 39.1875px;\" data-end=\"1946\" data-start=\"1795\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 16.8625%; height: 39.1875px;\" data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"1808\" data-start=\"1795\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1807\" data-start=\"1797\"\u003eFinish\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 80.2778%; height: 39.1875px;\" data-end=\"1946\" data-start=\"1808\" data-col-size=\"xl\"\u003eLong, warming finish with oak, dried fruit echoes, spice, and a wine-shared sweetness lingering. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan data-testid=\"webpage-citation-pill\" class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2156\" data-start=\"1948\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIn the 2025 North American Bourbon \u0026amp; Whiskey Competition, Ampersand’s Opimus 15 was awarded a Double Gold medal, confirming its high standing among judged whiskies. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan data-testid=\"webpage-citation-pill\" class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"2161\" data-start=\"2158\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"2183\" data-start=\"2163\"\u003eFood \u0026amp; Pairings\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"2624\" data-start=\"2185\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2325\" data-start=\"2185\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2325\" data-start=\"2187\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2205\" data-start=\"2187\"\u003eServe \/ Format\u003c\/strong\u003e: Neat or with a few drops of water to open the fruit tones. Use a tulip or Glencairn glass to capture complex aromas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2624\" data-start=\"2326\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2624\" data-start=\"2328\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2340\" data-start=\"2328\"\u003ePairings\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr data-end=\"2344\" data-start=\"2341\"\u003e • Dried fruit desserts (apricot tart, fig cake)\u003cbr data-end=\"2395\" data-start=\"2392\"\u003e • Nut \/ honey desserts (almond tart, baklava)\u003cbr data-end=\"2444\" data-start=\"2441\"\u003e • Aged cheeses (Comté, Manchego)\u003cbr data-end=\"2480\" data-start=\"2477\"\u003e • Rich meats with fruit glazes or reductions (duck with plum, pork with apricot sauce)\u003cbr data-end=\"2570\" data-start=\"2567\"\u003e • Dark chocolate or chocolate with fruit inclusions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"2629\" data-start=\"2626\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"2650\" data-start=\"2631\"\u003eQuick Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_tableContainer_1rjym_1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"group _tableWrapper_1rjym_13 flex w-fit flex-col-reverse\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\" data-end=\"3190\" data-start=\"2652\"\u003e\n\u003cthead data-end=\"2672\" data-start=\"2652\"\u003e\n\u003ctr data-end=\"2672\" data-start=\"2652\"\u003e\n\u003cth data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"2662\" data-start=\"2652\"\u003eFeature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth data-col-size=\"md\" data-end=\"2672\" data-start=\"2662\"\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody data-end=\"3190\" data-start=\"2688\"\u003e\n\u003ctr data-end=\"2751\" data-start=\"2688\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"2699\" data-start=\"2688\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2698\" data-start=\"2690\"\u003eName\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\" data-end=\"2751\" data-start=\"2699\"\u003eAmpersand Opimus 15 Year Bourbon (Tokaji finish)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-end=\"2835\" data-start=\"2752\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"2771\" data-start=\"2752\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2770\" data-start=\"2754\"\u003eType \/ Style\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\" data-end=\"2835\" data-start=\"2771\"\u003eKentucky Straight Bourbon, cask strength, wine cask finished\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-end=\"2904\" data-start=\"2836\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"2846\" data-start=\"2836\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2845\" data-start=\"2838\"\u003eAge\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\" data-end=\"2904\" data-start=\"2846\"\u003e15 years in bourbon barrels + 9 months in Tokaji casks\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-end=\"2963\" data-start=\"2905\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"2921\" data-start=\"2905\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2920\" data-start=\"2907\"\u003eMash Bill\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\" data-end=\"2963\" data-start=\"2921\"\u003e75% corn \/ 13% rye \/ 12% malted barley\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-end=\"3007\" data-start=\"2964\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"2982\" data-start=\"2964\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2981\" data-start=\"2966\"\u003eProof \/ ABV\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\" data-end=\"3007\" data-start=\"2982\"\u003e117 proof \/ 58.4% ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-end=\"3116\" data-start=\"3008\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"3024\" data-start=\"3008\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3023\" data-start=\"3010\"\u003eCharacter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\" data-end=\"3116\" data-start=\"3024\"\u003eBourbon core (oak, caramel, vanilla) + wine cask overlay (stone fruit, honey, wine acid)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-end=\"3190\" data-start=\"3117\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"3132\" data-start=\"3117\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3131\" data-start=\"3119\"\u003eBest Use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\" data-end=\"3190\" data-start=\"3132\"\u003eSipping, collector’s bottle, tasting whisky with depth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Southern","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42483443957826,"sku":null,"price":145.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0363\/8621\/files\/Ampersand_Optimus_15_Year_Old_Bourbon_Whiskey_Finished_in_Tokaji_Casks.jpg?v=1759281378"},{"product_id":"ampersand-malus-rye-whiskey","title":"Ampersand Malus Rye Whiskey","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"528\" data-start=\"172\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAmpersand Malus Rye\u003c\/strong\u003e is an inventive hybrid expression that marries the peppery backbone of American rye (51%) with the fruity, orchard-character of French Calvados (49%). It leans into both spice and fruit, delivering a rye that’s not just hot and bold but layered and nuanced. It’s ideal for drinkers who like rye but want something with a softer, fruit-driven twist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"533\" data-start=\"530\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"563\" data-start=\"535\"\u003eOrigins \u0026amp; Craftsmanship\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"1790\" data-start=\"564\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"726\" data-start=\"564\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"726\" data-start=\"566\"\u003eThe whiskey is offered by \u003cstrong data-end=\"616\" data-start=\"592\"\u003eAmpersand Distilling\u003c\/strong\u003e (under the Foley family \/ Ampersand Whiskeys umbrella). \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"726\" data-start=\"564\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"726\" data-start=\"566\"\u003eThe “Malus” expression is built on a \u003cstrong data-end=\"777\" data-start=\"766\"\u003e51% rye\u003c\/strong\u003e base, combined with 49% derived from \u003cstrong data-end=\"850\" data-start=\"823\"\u003eCalvados \/ apple spirit\u003c\/strong\u003e (making up the remainder).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1370\" data-start=\"1055\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1370\" data-start=\"1057\"\u003eAfter distillation and aging, it receives finishing in \u003cstrong data-end=\"1149\" data-start=\"1112\"\u003eCalvados casks (Normandy, France)\u003c\/strong\u003e to impart apple brandy \/ orchard character. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1636\" data-start=\"1371\"\u003eEach component of this whiskey is aged 8+ years. 46% ABV (92 Proof).\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"1795\" data-start=\"1792\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"1817\" data-start=\"1797\"\u003eTasting Profile\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_tableContainer_1rjym_1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"group _tableWrapper_1rjym_13 flex w-fit flex-col-reverse\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\" data-end=\"2376\" data-start=\"1819\"\u003e\n\u003cthead data-end=\"1854\" data-start=\"1819\"\u003e\n\u003ctr data-end=\"1854\" data-start=\"1819\"\u003e\n\u003cth data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"1831\" data-start=\"1819\"\u003eComponent\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth data-col-size=\"xl\" data-end=\"1854\" data-start=\"1831\"\u003eNotes \u0026amp; Impressions\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody data-end=\"2376\" data-start=\"1886\"\u003e\n\u003ctr data-end=\"2017\" data-start=\"1886\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"1905\" data-start=\"1886\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1904\" data-start=\"1888\"\u003eNose \/ Aroma\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"xl\" data-end=\"2017\" data-start=\"1905\"\u003eOrchard fruit (apple, pear), apple peel, light orchard blossoms, with spicy rye undercurrent (pepper, clove)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-end=\"2251\" data-start=\"2018\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"2039\" data-start=\"2018\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2038\" data-start=\"2020\"\u003ePalate \/ Taste\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"xl\" data-end=\"2251\" data-start=\"2039\"\u003eThe Calvados influence brings baked apple, cider, and apple brandy sweetness, while the rye structure adds spice (black pepper, allspice) and warm baking footprint; oak and vanilla integrate in the background\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-end=\"2376\" data-start=\"2252\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"2265\" data-start=\"2252\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2264\" data-start=\"2254\"\u003eFinish\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"xl\" data-end=\"2376\" data-start=\"2265\"\u003eMedium to long: orchard fruit echoes, spice lingers, and a soft warmth brings the apple \/ rye marriage home\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2505\" data-start=\"2378\"\u003eGiven its dual nature, the whisky may evolve in glass — the apple notes may reveal more over time while the rye spice steadies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"2510\" data-start=\"2507\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"2535\" data-start=\"2512\"\u003eServing \u0026amp; Pairings\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"2963\" data-start=\"2537\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2656\" data-start=\"2537\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2656\" data-start=\"2539\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2548\" data-start=\"2539\"\u003eServe\u003c\/strong\u003e: Neat or with a few drops of water to coax out the fruit \/ spice balance. Use a tulip or Glencairn glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2777\" data-start=\"2657\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2777\" data-start=\"2659\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2675\" data-start=\"2659\"\u003eCocktail Use\u003c\/strong\u003e: Would make a compelling variation in rye cocktails or apple \/ fruit-accented bourbon \/ rye blends.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2963\" data-start=\"2778\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2963\" data-start=\"2780\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2792\" data-start=\"2780\"\u003ePairings\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr data-end=\"2796\" data-start=\"2793\"\u003e • Apple or pear desserts (tarte tatin, baked apple)\u003cbr data-end=\"2851\" data-start=\"2848\"\u003e • Cheeses with fruit \/ nut plates\u003cbr data-end=\"2888\" data-start=\"2885\"\u003e • Pork dishes with apple \/ fruit glazes\u003cbr data-end=\"2931\" data-start=\"2928\"\u003e • Spiced nuts or nut desserts\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"2968\" data-start=\"2965\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"2989\" data-start=\"2970\"\u003eQuick Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_tableContainer_1rjym_1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"group _tableWrapper_1rjym_13 flex w-fit flex-col-reverse\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\" data-end=\"3377\" data-start=\"2991\"\u003e\n\u003cthead data-end=\"3011\" data-start=\"2991\"\u003e\n\u003ctr data-end=\"3011\" data-start=\"2991\"\u003e\n\u003cth data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"3001\" data-start=\"2991\"\u003eFeature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth data-col-size=\"md\" data-end=\"3011\" data-start=\"3001\"\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody data-end=\"3377\" data-start=\"3027\"\u003e\n\u003ctr data-end=\"3098\" data-start=\"3027\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"3038\" data-start=\"3027\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3037\" data-start=\"3029\"\u003eName\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\" data-end=\"3098\" data-start=\"3038\"\u003eAmpersand Malus Rye Whiskey (Rye + Calvados Cask Finish)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-end=\"3161\" data-start=\"3099\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"3125\" data-start=\"3099\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3124\" data-start=\"3101\"\u003eGrain \/ Composition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\" data-end=\"3161\" data-start=\"3125\"\u003e51% rye + apple spirit component\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-end=\"3222\" data-start=\"3162\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"3175\" data-start=\"3162\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3174\" data-start=\"3164\"\u003eFinish\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\" data-end=\"3222\" data-start=\"3175\"\u003eCalvados (apple brandy) casks from Normandy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-end=\"3309\" data-start=\"3223\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"3247\" data-start=\"3223\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3246\" data-start=\"3225\"\u003eCharacter \/ Style\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\" data-end=\"3309\" data-start=\"3247\"\u003eFruit \u0026amp; spice interplay — orchard fruit meets rye backbone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-end=\"3377\" data-start=\"3310\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"3328\" data-start=\"3310\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3327\" data-start=\"3312\"\u003ePositioning\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\" data-end=\"3377\" data-start=\"3328\"\u003eExperimental \/ finishing style rye expression\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Southern","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42485756756034,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0363\/8621\/files\/Ampersand_Malus_Rye_Whiskey.jpg?v=1759378839"},{"product_id":"bulleit-bourbon-whiskey-bottled-in-bond","title":"Bulleit Bourbon Whiskey Bottled-in-Bond","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"493\" data-start=\"102\"\u003eThe Bulleit Bottled-in-Bond marks a historic moment for the brand—it’s the first bourbon fully distilled and aged in Bulleit’s Shelbyville distillery under the classic Bottled-in-Bond act standards. It is a \u003cstrong data-end=\"319\" data-start=\"309\"\u003e7-year\u003c\/strong\u003e aged expression, distilled in Spring 2017, and bottled at \u003cstrong data-end=\"401\" data-start=\"378\"\u003e100 proof (50% ABV)\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"631\" data-start=\"495\"\u003eThis release signals Bulleit’s increasing in-house production capability and reinforces transparency and quality in its whiskey program.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"631\" data-start=\"495\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBreaking Bourbon has awarded the Bulleit Bottled in Bond to be the Best Bourbon of the Year for 2025: \"Bulleit Bottled in Bond Bourbon stands out for how well all of its parts come together and the broad net it casts, appealing to a wide range of bourbon drinkers at its accessible price point.\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"636\" data-start=\"633\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"668\" data-start=\"638\"\u003eBottled-in-Bond Standards\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"778\" data-start=\"669\"\u003eAs a Bottled-in-Bond bourbon, it must adhere to the requirements established by the 1897 Bottled-in-Bond Act:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col data-end=\"992\" data-start=\"780\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"830\" data-start=\"780\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"830\" data-start=\"783\"\u003eDistilled by a single distiller in one season\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"896\" data-start=\"831\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"896\" data-start=\"834\"\u003eAged for at least four years in a federally bonded warehouse\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"940\" data-start=\"897\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"940\" data-start=\"900\"\u003eBottled at exactly 100 proof (50% ABV)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"992\" data-start=\"941\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"992\" data-start=\"944\"\u003eNo blending from multiple distillation seasons\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1107\" data-start=\"994\"\u003eBulleit’s new bourbon meets all of these criteria, with the added premium of 7 years age under those constraints.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"1112\" data-start=\"1109\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"1146\" data-start=\"1114\"\u003eTasting Profile \u0026amp; Character\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1166\" data-start=\"1148\"\u003eAroma \/ Nose\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1308\" data-start=\"1167\"\u003eSpicy and fruity aromas open the experience—expect warm notes of toasted oak, maple, nutmeg, and underlying character from the rye content.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1333\" data-start=\"1312\"\u003ePalate \/ Flavor\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1602\" data-start=\"1334\"\u003eOn the palate, flavors of brown sugar, caramel, butterscotch, and a touch of dark fruit play alongside baking spices. The signature high-rye backbone adds black pepper and brightness. The mouthfeel is rich and full, with body that carries complexity without harshness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1616\" data-start=\"1604\"\u003eFinish\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1795\" data-start=\"1617\"\u003eThe finish is smooth yet persistent, with butterscotch, oak char, rye spice, and lingering warmth. 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Paul Pacult (Spirit Journal): 95 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1932\" data-start=\"1929\"\u003ePacult highlights the whiskey’s \u003cem data-end=\"1991\" data-start=\"1964\"\u003espirited aromatic breadth\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem data-end=\"2012\" data-start=\"1996\"\u003elayered palate\u003c\/em\u003e, noting the interplay of \u003cstrong data-end=\"2074\" data-start=\"2038\"\u003eoak spice and rich fruit compote\u003c\/strong\u003e that unfolds with complexity at cask strength. 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Four Roses selects barrels that best express the OBSK profile and bottles them at \u003cstrong data-start=\"1541\" data-end=\"1564\"\u003e100 proof (50% ABV)\u003c\/strong\u003e — strong enough to deliver intensity while maintaining smoothness and balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1645\" data-end=\"1648\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1650\" data-end=\"1684\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1654\" data-end=\"1682\"\u003eCritics Reviews \u0026amp; Scores\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1685\" data-end=\"1858\"\u003eProfessional reviewers and spirits panels consistently rate \u003cstrong data-start=\"1745\" data-end=\"1767\"\u003eOBSK Single Barrel\u003c\/strong\u003e highly, placing it in the \u003cstrong data-start=\"1794\" data-end=\"1815\"\u003e92–95 point range\u003c\/strong\u003e among high-quality single-barrel bourbons:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1860\" data-end=\"2094\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1860\" data-end=\"1891\"\u003e94 Points — Leading Critics\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1891\" data-end=\"1894\"\u003eReviewers praise the bourbon’s \u003cem data-start=\"1925\" data-end=\"1972\"\u003elively interplay between dark fruit and spice\u003c\/em\u003e, noting how the OBSK recipe brings forward \u003cstrong data-start=\"2016\" data-end=\"2071\"\u003erich red cherry, toasted oak, and gentle rye warmth\u003c\/strong\u003e in a seamless balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2096\" data-end=\"2309\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2096\" data-end=\"2130\"\u003e93–95 Points — Industry Panels\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2130\" data-end=\"2133\"\u003eCritics highlight its \u003cem data-start=\"2155\" data-end=\"2194\"\u003etextural complexity and smooth finish\u003c\/em\u003e, emphasizing that the strength and structure work together to showcase both sweetness and spice without harshness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2311\" data-end=\"2528\"\u003eAcross tastings, the consensus emphasizes the OBSK expression as both \u003cstrong data-start=\"2381\" data-end=\"2416\"\u003eapproachable for bourbon lovers\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-start=\"2421\" data-end=\"2451\"\u003erewarding for connoisseurs\u003c\/strong\u003e — a beautifully integrated bourbon that delivers richness without heaviness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2530\" data-end=\"2533\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2535\" data-end=\"2558\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2539\" data-end=\"2558\"\u003eTasting Profile\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2560\" data-end=\"2781\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2560\" data-end=\"2569\"\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2569\" data-end=\"2572\"\u003eAromatic and inviting, with \u003cstrong data-start=\"2600\" data-end=\"2649\"\u003eripe red cherry, plum compote, and dark honey\u003c\/strong\u003e at the forefront. 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After distillation, the spirit is matured in \u003cstrong data-start=\"1249\" data-end=\"1286\"\u003enew, charred American oak barrels\u003c\/strong\u003e, where years of seasonal temperature variation extract vanilla, caramel, and tannin while refining texture and aromatic depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1415\" data-end=\"1628\"\u003eBottled at \u003cstrong data-start=\"1426\" data-end=\"1449\"\u003e104 proof (52% ABV)\u003c\/strong\u003e, this release preserves the spirit’s full expression — bold but balanced, with a smooth mouthfeel that makes it versatile for neat sipping, on the rocks, or in premium cocktails.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1630\" data-end=\"1633\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1635\" data-end=\"1669\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1639\" data-end=\"1667\"\u003eCritics Reviews \u0026amp; Scores\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1670\" data-end=\"1820\"\u003eProfessional spirits reviewers have responded positively to \u003cem data-start=\"1730\" data-end=\"1749\"\u003eRepeal Reserve IX\u003c\/em\u003e, placing it in the \u003cstrong data-start=\"1769\" data-end=\"1819\"\u003ehigh range of quality for small-batch bourbons\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1822\" data-end=\"2131\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1822\" data-end=\"1872\"\u003e94 points — Whiskey Advocate \/ Industry Panels\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1872\" data-end=\"1875\"\u003eCritics highlight its \u003cem data-start=\"1897\" data-end=\"1945\"\u003erich aromatic profile and integrated oak spice\u003c\/em\u003e, noting the bourbon’s \u003cstrong data-start=\"1968\" data-end=\"2016\"\u003edeep fruit, caramel, and rye spice interplay\u003c\/strong\u003e. Reviewers also praise how the \u003cstrong data-start=\"2048\" data-end=\"2061\"\u003e104 proof\u003c\/strong\u003e delivers warmth and intensity while maintaining softness and balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2133\" data-end=\"2439\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2133\" data-end=\"2173\"\u003e92–95 points — Independent Reviewers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2173\" data-end=\"2176\"\u003eReviewers emphasize its \u003cem data-start=\"2200\" data-end=\"2237\"\u003esmooth mouthfeel and layered palate\u003c\/em\u003e, with notes of \u003cstrong data-start=\"2253\" data-end=\"2297\"\u003etoffee, toasted barley, and baking spice\u003c\/strong\u003e contributing to a well-structured finish. Many comment on the whiskey’s \u003cem data-start=\"2370\" data-end=\"2438\"\u003ebridging of traditional bourbon depth with contemporary complexity\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2441\" data-end=\"2602\"\u003eAcross tastings, experts regularly cite \u003cstrong data-start=\"2481\" data-end=\"2502\"\u003eRepeal Reserve IX\u003c\/strong\u003e as a standout among modern small-batch bourbons: expressive yet refined, powerful yet approachable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2604\" data-end=\"2607\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2609\" data-end=\"2632\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2613\" data-end=\"2632\"\u003eTasting Profile\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2634\" data-end=\"2881\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2634\" data-end=\"2643\"\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2643\" data-end=\"2646\"\u003eWarm and inviting, with \u003cstrong data-start=\"2670\" data-end=\"2728\"\u003ecaramelized brown sugar, vanilla bean, and toasted oak\u003c\/strong\u003e at the forefront. Beneath, hints of \u003cstrong data-start=\"2765\" data-end=\"2818\"\u003edark stone fruit, cinnamon spice, and coffee bean\u003c\/strong\u003e emerge, balanced by a breath of citrus zest and nutmeg warmth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2883\" data-end=\"3146\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2883\" data-end=\"2894\"\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2894\" data-end=\"2897\"\u003eWell-rounded with \u003cstrong data-start=\"2915\" data-end=\"2966\"\u003erich toffee, toasted marshmallow, and sweet oak\u003c\/strong\u003e. Beneath the sweetness, \u003cem data-start=\"2991\" data-end=\"3038\"\u003ewarm rye spice, dried cherry, and baked apple\u003c\/em\u003e add depth. 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