Calumet Farm 10 Year Old "Bull Lea" Bourbon Whiskey

Calumet Farm 10 Year Old “Bull Lea” Bourbon Whiskey is a warm, refined Kentucky bourbon that strikes the perfect chord between maturity and approachability. Named after the famed stallion that helped define Calumet Farm’s racing legacy, it offers rich caramel, vanilla, and spice wrapped in polished oak — a tribute to classic Bluegrass craftsmanship and enduring patience in the rickhouse.

Origins & Craftsmanship

Produced by Calumet Farm Bourbon in Bardstown, Kentucky, the 10 Year Old “Bull Lea” expression honors the legendary racehorse Bull Lea, whose lineage shaped Calumet’s mid-century dominance on the racetrack.
This straight bourbon is distilled from a traditional Kentucky mash bill (corn, rye, and malted barley) and aged a full decade in #4 alligator-char American oak barrels, selected from the heart of the rickhouse for balanced heat and airflow. Each batch is non-chill filtered and bottled at 92 proof (46% ABV), preserving body and flavor integrity. The result is a well-aged bourbon with the gravitas of oak depth and the vibrancy of youthful grain character — an elegant intersection of time and terroir.

Tasting Profile

Nose: Buttery caramel, vanilla bean, toasted oak, and hints of leather and cinnamon.
Palate: Rounded and rich, with notes of brown sugar, baking spice, and orange peel layered over a smooth oak backbone.
Finish: Long and balanced, showcasing toffee, sweet spice, and gentle char.

Food Pairings

Pairs beautifully with smoked pork belly, maple-glazed salmon, or dark chocolate mousse. Also ideal as a contemplative neat pour or in a classic Old Fashioned where its 10-year oak complexity shines.

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