Barrell Bourbon Batch 33 750 ml

Barrell Bourbon Batch 033 is a marriage of high-rye barrels and high-corn barrels ranging in age from 5 to 9 years old. The high-rye barrels were chosen for their distinct stone fruit black pepper and nutmeg notes. The high-corn barrels were chosen for their rich butterscotch coffee and citrus notes. Two sets of barrels mingled together for two months then the balance was adjusted for the most optimal combination. On the nose pear lemon meringue and shoofly pie set the stage for a bourbon deftly balanced between freshness and maturity. A bouquet of jasmine nasturtium and dandelion speak to a youthful exuberance while peppermint and gentian root depict an oak barrel just creeping in. A gentle savory character expands into edamame macadamia nut and mesquite smoke. The palate opens with champagne applesauce and candied grapefruit peel showing ample maturity without an excessive oak. The baking spice character is dialed up slightly exhibiting cocoa powder allspice star anise and juniper. A burst of heat rides a wave of minerals across the palate that include limestone beach sand and salt-water taffy. Geranium elderflower and chamomile reinforce the noses bouquet. The finish fades to the slightly bitter prickle of returning gentian root and lime peel wiping the palate clean. Bottled at 58.3% abv.