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December’s Bourbon Club: Frey Ranch Farm Strength Uncut Bourbon Whiskey

Frey Ranch Farm Strength Uncut Bourbon at 125.16 proof is a bold, grain-forward powerhouse that showcases Nevada terroir with unapologetic intensity. Rich, viscous, and deeply expressive, it delivers concentrated sweetness, spice, and oak with remarkable balance for its proof — a barrel-strength bourbon built for serious enthusiasts.

Origins & Craftsmanship

Produced at Frey Ranch Distillery in Fallon, Nevada, this bourbon is a true grain-to-glass expression, made entirely from grains grown on the Frey family farm.

Key craftsmanship details:

• Estate-Grown Grains: Non-GMO corn, winter rye, winter wheat, and malted barley — all grown, harvested, and milled on the Frey Ranch farm.

• Mashbill: A four-grain bourbon recipe that emphasizes sweetness, spice, and structure in equal measure.

• Distillation: Traditional pot and column distillation designed to preserve grain character and weight.

• Aging: Matured in new, charred American oak barrels in Nevada’s high-desert climate, where hot days and cool nights accelerate interaction between spirit and wood.

• Farm Strength / Uncut: Bottled straight from the barrel with no dilution, preserving full intensity and texture at 125.16 proof.

This expression represents Frey Ranch at its most powerful and transparent — nothing added, nothing taken away.

Critics Reviews & Professional Impressions

Professional whiskey reviewers consistently highlight Frey Ranch Farm Strength for:

• Authentic grain character, with a clear sense of raw material and terroir

• Exceptional balance for high proof, where sweetness and spice remain integrated rather than hot

• Texture and viscosity, often described as dense, oily, and mouth-coating

• A distinctive Western bourbon identity, standing apart from Kentucky styles

Among barrel-strength American bourbons, Farm Strength releases are frequently cited as standout examples of modern craft whiskey done right.

Tasting Profile

Nose:
Intense and layered. Caramelized sugar, toasted corn, and vanilla bean rise first, followed by cinnamon, clove, and baking spice. Notes of orange peel, dark honey, and charred oak emerge with air.

Palate:
Full-bodied and explosive yet controlled. Rich toffee, brown sugar, and crème brûlée lead, supported by bold rye spice, black pepper, and cocoa. Mid-palate reveals sweet corn bread, toasted grain, and oak char, with impressive depth and weight.

Finish:
Long, warming, and powerful. Lingering oak spice, caramel, and peppery heat fade slowly, leaving a dry, structured finish with echoes of sweet grain and char.

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