John Bowman Pioneer Spirit Single Barrel Bourbon Whiskey

As heroic pioneers, the Bowman family helped settle the Shenandoah Valley of Virginia as well as parts of Kentucky. This single barrel bourbon whiskey commemorates the spirit and bravery of American pioneer John J. Bowman. He first explored the American frontier in 1775 and presided over one of the earliest county courts in Kentucky. He was also appointed as the first military commander and governor of Kentucky County. He was the great- great uncle of Abram Bowman, founder of Virginia’s A. Smith Bowman Distillery.

This bourbon whiskey has been hand selected from some of the oldest barrels in the warehouse. Each barrel rests years on end while Virginia’s moderate, but ever-changing climate extracts the complex flavors from the oak and mellows the whiskey. When the time is right, these prime barrels are hand-bottled with care into a 100 proof single barrel bourbon. This bourbon is produced by Buffalo Trace.

World Whiskey Awards 2017 Best Bourbon

"A gorgeously molasses-kissed nose opens up to a layered palate of brioche, bananas foster, sea salted caramel, and pecan pie. Higher alcohol is well balanced by this, and adds to a long, breathy finish that tickles the palate." 97 Points Extraordinary,
Ultimate Recommendation, 2017 Ultimate Spirits Challenge