Aroma - Toasted marshmallow, berry jam, rich caramel. Some rye notes coming through in winter green and cinnamon. All of these notes are faint. It’s not a very aggressive nose other than the alcohol. Not sure what to expect on the palate. Taste - Interesting… Wasn’t really expecting everything to transfer from the nose to the palate. But I get this nice addition of orange creamsicle which is nice. The flavors are well integrated and nothing really dominating. The finish is a caramel and vanilla. Long finish too but the flavors are just not bold enough. Overall - It’s good but this is a bit of a let down for me. The “hug” is very minimal at the proof. It just seems boring for a Barrell product if I’m being totally honest. There’s a lot of subtle notes on both nose and palate but it’s lacking character and identity. At the price, it is good but I much rather grab a different Barrell product.
About this bottle
Each fall, Barrell Craft Spirits selects the bourbons for the release intended to bring in the New Year. This 2025 bottling features bourbons from the following states: Kentucky (5, 6, & 9 years-old), Indiana (5, 6, 7, 11, & 12 years-old), Tennessee (8, 9, & 15 years-old), Wyoming (9 & 12 years-old), New York (5 years-old), Texas (5 years-old), Ohio (5 years-old), and Maryland ( 6 & 7 years-old). Bottled at cask strength, just 12,000 bottles were produced and are available at select retailers beginning November 2024. (SRP $89.99)
How it tastes
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Reviews
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light fruit flavor. not much spice. good sipping and definitely flavorful. i would say it finishes well. it really is decent. and fine for the price. but i think i can get a more preferential pour for the price.
Cherry and oak. Perfect amount of heat offering a contribution but still easy-drinkin', given ABV and age (of some components)
Typical barrell bourbon. High proof. Spicy burn. Cinnamon flavoring for sure
Nice flavor with the mixture of the different bourbons
Molasses, cherry, oak, baking spice
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Closest flavor profiles across the whole catalog.
