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Rhetoric 24 Year Old Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey is the fifth in the Rhetoric Series of progressively aged whiskeys from the Orphan Barrel Whiskey Distilling Company. Diageo's Orphan Barrel Whiskey Distilling Company is a series of bottles that came from barrels that were abandoned or forgotten at rickhouses and distilleries. Aged 5 years longer than the first release, it is slightly more mature and carries a 90.6 proof. The whiskey will continue to be progressively aged and were re-released annually at a year older.

• Distilled: Kentucky & Indiana
• Aged In: Kentucky & Indiana & Virginia
• Bottled In: Virginia, USA (THE REVERIES)
• Age: 22% Year 8 Year 6mo KY Reveries, 26% Year 8 Year 6mo KY Reveries, 27% 10 Year IN Reveries, 16% 14 Year KY Reveries, 9% 15 Year KY Reveries 
• More Info: Rare Release, No Coloring, No Filtering, No Additives, Barrel Strength
• Designation: RAVEN V
• ABV:  61.1% ABV 
• T8ke's Tasting Notes: 
  • Nose:  Rich oak, tobacco and Luxardo cherry pops first. Less cedar and more oak, expressive and heavy. Rich parchment, apples, peaches, pears and plums meets flamed orange and rich cherry. Heavy oak, more tobacco and a touch of bitters. 
  • Palate: Opulent texture, creaminess and depth: cola, caramelized sugars, more orange and cherry, with the introduction of candied dates, apples, blackberry, and deep pipe tobacco. Dank and musty with a pop of bright acidity and heavy oak: some candied ginger and rich cola, cream soda, and chocolate covered cherries.   
  • Finish: Long finish, packed with oaky tannin, rich cola, a slight reduction to jammy fruit and pepper with building baking spices: cinnamon and more tannin. Pipe tobacco, stewed fruits, vanilla flan and caramelized sugars. 
  • Overall:  Threading the needle between dread and delight. 

As you open the antique latch, it reveals a felt top that has been covering 2 hand-blown glasses and a bottle of Van Winkle Special Reserve Bourbon Aged 12 Years laying gently and securely in a batch of hypoallergenic antique packing straw. The exterior dimensions of this one of a kind gift box are 14.75″W x 10.75″D x 5.75″H. Because each box is handmade, quantities are limited and delivery is expected in 10 business days.

Weller 12 Years Old Year Of The Snake is a limited-edition bottling of Weller, the original wheated bourbon, released exclusively for the Taiwanese market to celebrate the Year of the Snake. Weller is made with wheat instead of rye in the mash bill, giving the bourbon its signature sweet, gentle and smooth character. A long maturation in new oak casks brings complex flavors of vanilla, oak and cinnamon. Weller 12 Years Old Year Of The Snake is presented in a special tube with a gorgeous snake design.

The breakdown of barrel storage for the batch is as follows:

·      41% came from the 5th floor of 7-story warehouse 3

·      14% came from the 5th floor of 7-story warehouse 1

·      4% came from the 7th floor of 9-story warehouse H

·      32% came from the 5th floor of 7-story warehouse X

·      9% came from the 4th floor of 7-story warehouse G

“Barry’s Batch” Background: In 1995, we hit a big milestone: our family had been making whiskey for over 200 years. It was high time for some festivities, particularly after the rough go of it bourbon had in the 80’s. Barry took the opportunity to throw a party bigger than any we’d ever had, bringing people from around the world for food, drinks, and a good time. All day, Barry brought Beam pride to everyone in the crowd. He stood front and center on stage from morning to night, his energy never flagging, highlighting what we’d accomplished and drumming up excitement for all we were about to achieve.

He hosted the main event of the afternoon, where we invited anyone and everyone named “Jim Beam” to come on over and join the leaders on stage. He proclaimed their names louder than anyone else, proud to be honoring the name above the door. I can still see him, surrounded by dozens of those Jims, beaming. If it weren’t for Barry, we wouldn’t be where we are today. We’re more than grateful for everything he did and everything he was: a real good guy, and truly one of a kind. So, here’s to you Barry, you’ll always be in our hearts. 

The color of “Barry’s Batch” is a bright golden amber, inviting you to lean in and take in the wonderful aroma. The nose is warm and welcoming, with hints of vanilla and a touch of sweetness from the more than 7 years it spent aging in new white oak barrels.  The balanced finish was smooth and left me wanting more – it’s just that good! I know Dad would have loved to celebrate his long-time friend and colleague with this bourbon named after him. I really hope you enjoy Barry’s Batch as much as I enjoyed creating it!

--- Fred Noe, Beam Family 7th Generation Master Distiller

Note: Bottle is 700ml

The year 2025 marks the first release of Bomberger’s PFG™ (Precision Fine Grain) Kentucky Straight Bourbon. The focus is to be precise at every step of the Bomberger’s PFG™ production process.

Bomberger’s PFG™ is made by first aging Kentucky Straight Bourbon in a new toasted and charred American oak barrel. After full maturation, the Kentucky Straight Bourbon is removed from the first barrel and placed in a second new, custom, proprietary toasted and charred French fine grain oak barrel of the most exacting specifications. These barrels are toasted at a tightly defined temperature range for a precise period of time before they receive a select charring. The whiskey is matured in these second barrels before being dumped into small batches that undergo our signature filtration prior to bottling at 100.2 proof (50.1% ABV).

The Bomberger’s PFG™ finishing barrel is a blend of wood from various origins, including the revered Tronçais, Allier, Nevers, and Vosges forests. It is constructed from wood that has been naturally air dried outdoors for a minimum of 40 months in France near the Charente River, which has a unique seasoning environment influenced by humidity, microflora creation, climate, wind direction, and elevation. After this seasoning, the staves are hand selected to construct the Bomberger’s PFG™ finishing barrels.

**THIS IS A 700mL BOTTLING**

Uncover the exceptional quality of Blanton's Single Barrel, "the original single barrel bourbon whiskey".  A deep, satisfying nose of nutmeg and spices. Powerful dry vanilla notes in harmony with hints of honey amid strong caramel and corn. A medium finish composed of returning corn and nutmeg flavors.  

*Note* We cannot guarantee specific letters or dump dates.  Please contact our concierge if you have a specific request. 

Please see our FAQ and terms of service for further details about Blanton's known wax and possible leak issues as it relates to shipping. These are known manufacturer defects and not eligible for refunds based on minor issues.

This 5th. edition of The Boss Hog, The Spirit of Mauve, is a 13 Year Straight Rye Whiskey finished in Calvados Casks in honor of our celebrity pet pig, Mauve’s undying love of apples. Mulled cider, cardamom, candied ginger and a touch of piper tobacco. Caramel, vanilla and gentle Rye spice develops with time in the glass. Maple syrup and pears are balanced by dark chocolate and French oak spice. With water, the spice moves front and center and a vibrant, fruit-forward character develops. Lasting spice and a touch of charred oak and caramel, maple syrup lingers as the finish fades.

As you open the antique latch, it reveals a felt top that has been covering 2 hand-blown glasses and a bottle of Original Rip Van Winkle Bourbon Aged 10 Years laying gently and securely in a batch of hypoallergenic antique packing straw. The exterior dimensions of this one of a kind gift box are 14.75″W x 10.75″D x 5.75″H. Because each box is handmade, quantities are limited and please inquire for expedited shipping.

An artful blend of select barrels of Three Crosses Whiskey as well as barrels from other distilleries from Texas to Illinois. The blend of bourbons that experience very different aging environs result in a smooth and rich taste profile. Three Crosses Distilling will make a continuing donation of a portion of all bottles sales to the Shriners Children's Hospital.

Bottled at 117.2, Russell’s Reserve 15 Year Old bourbon is an example of Kentucky craft whiskey excellence, with pronounced notes of tobacco and mature oak and a long lasting finish.

PROOF
117.2

AROMA
Dried fruits, caramel, nutmeg, clove, and oak with distillery’s signature earthiness

TASTE
Spiced fruits, including cherry and plum, transition to notes of molasses, coffee, tobacco, and mature oak

FINISH
Long lasting finish with hints of dark cocoa, caramel, and smooth oak

Crafted in the heart of the Manitoba wilderness, Entrapment captures the promise of adventure and freedom. Entrapment, a jack of all trades, makes its mark but leaves no trace behind. Bright candied lemon zest, rich caramels, and plenty of char notes. It has that ‘smelling the inside of a barrel’ note that’s common in older whiskies, though dissipates quickly within the glass. There’s a nice weight to the nose. It’s reminiscent of old wine in that same way. The palate is a fresh sharp twist of a cut lemon, smack-dab hit on the face. It’s aggressive. The peppery spicy notes warm the palate, offering a electrified hug. The sweet buttery caramel notes we’re accustomed to from Gimli Distillery aren’t there until later in the sip.

At 92 proof & one of our oldest whiskeys, this is the first WhistlePig product finished in Vermont Estate Oak harvested right from our farm. Vermont oak has more rings than the standard oak used in whiskey barrels, and each ring is an opportunity to impart more flavor and depth in the whiskey. With a score of 97 points from Wine Enthusiast and perfected over 15 years, we are proud to offer this pure expression of Vermont’s best. Deep and rich, dominated by caramel, vanilla, and oak with hints of allspice and burnt orange on the nose. Warm, rich, and slightly creamy. Loads of butterscotch and baking spice with leather and a hint of tobacco. Ultra long and rich, warm, and inviting finish.

• Distilled: Kentucky
• Aged In: Kentucky & Virginia 
• Bottled In: Virginia (THE REVERIES) 
• Age: NAS
• More Info: No Coloring, No Filtering, No Additives, Barrel Strength
• Secondary Maturation: French Oak  
• ABV: 115.3 Proof | 57.65% ABV 
• T8KE's Tasting Notes: 
  • Nose: Heavy baking spice opens with black pepper, mocha, creme brulee, a hint of blackberry, rich oak, caramel candies and a touch of cola; candied ginger and powerful toffee. 
  • Taste: Viscous palate, heavy and dense: mocha, ginger, maple, creme brulee hits over and over with an undertow of blackberry reduction, vanilla, toffee and black pepper. 
  • Finish: Woody and deep on the finish with gobs of vanilla bean, toffee, cola, currant, fig, black pepper, ginger, cocoa and spice. 
  • Overall: The depths beckon. 

Bottled in 2016, The Gifted Horse is one of the rare vintages of Diageo's Orphan Barrel Series, a series of bottles coming from barrels of bourbon discovered from abandoned or forgotten rickhouses and distilleries. The Gifted Horse American Whiskey is a bold, outspoken whiskey one shouldn’t look in the mouth. Always racing straight to the punch, we only ask that you politely accept The Gifted Horse for what it is–it's own unique offering. Some time ago at the historic Stitzel-Weller Distillery, the unthinkable happened. A batch of beautiful 17-year-old Kentucky straight bourbon was accidentally mixed with barrels of much younger whiskey. This error turned out better than expected, as the older bourbon wasn’t marred but transformed into something surprisingly special. Beginning with a nose hinting at apple skin, almond, toffee, raisins, and slight milk chocolate, The Gifted Horse has unique tastes of creamy caramel, Bosc pear, and fruit cake. This unusual blend’s fruity notes become more apparent with a splash of water.

*This is a 700ml bottling of Weller 12 Year with gold foil*

As part of the wheated bourbon family, this twelve year old W.L. Weller is aged far longer than most wheated bourbons. This offering is a smooth, easy-going and balanced offering with a beautiful deep bronze color. Aromas of lanolin, almond, creamed corn and toasty vanilla. The mid-palate flavor is heavily wheated, layered and moderately sweet. Long, oaky, and intensely smooth finish.  These gold foil versions are likely going to be a standard for domestic releases soon, however currently the gold foils are being tested in european 700ml sized releases.

Rhetoric 20 Year Old Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey is the first of the Rhetoric brand releases from the Orphan Barrel Whiskey Distilling Company. Diageo's Orphan Barrel Whiskey Distilling Company is a series of bottles that came from barrels that were abandoned or forgotten at rickhouses and distilleries. Aged 20 years and the first of the Rhetoric Series, this has become one of the most sought after Orphan Barrel bottles due to its scarcity. Each sip starts with a smoky, leathery nose that translates into vanilla oak, toasted rye, and dried fruits, and concludes with a long, full finish of cherry blossom and bitter chocolate.

Batch 2 has Gold wax over the bottle pourer

Bring home the bacon with our limited edition PiggyBank Rye Aged 10 Years.  This Straight Rye Whiskey celebrates a decade of innovation since our first Best Rye Award (Triple One, WWA 2012), bottled in a porcine decanter based on a 19th century Berkshire Bitter Pig.  This ham’s hind is bottled at 110 proof and wax sealed to keep every drop of goodness safe until posterior consumption.