Is Hard Truth Distillery The BEST Kept Secret on the Bourbon Trail?

In Episode 6 of Bourbon Trail Tales & Tastes, we recount our amazing first visit to Hard Truth Distillery in Nashville, Indiana. Join us as we vividly remember that beautiful day, May 22, 2022, which marked our inaugural visit to an Indiana distillery. We enthusiastically share our insights into the experiences available at Hard Truth, showcasing everything their campus has to offer. To fully immerse ourselves in those cherished memories, we uncork a bottle of Sipes Smoked Rye Whiskey, purchased on that memorable visit, enabling us to relive the original experience and further enriching our journey with yet another highlight in Our Bourbon Journey.

In this series, Bourbon Trail Tales & Tastes, we navigate the rich tapestry of our memorable experiences on the Bourbon Trail, a journey that has undeniably enriched our appreciation for this iconic American spirit. We tackle intriguing questions such as: What stands out as the most profound memory of that bourbon trail experience, one that has etched itself firmly in our minds? What exceptional and bourbon or whiskey did we discover during this journey, perhaps one that surprised us with its intricate and delightful flavor profiles? What lasting impressions do we have of that bourbon or whiskey today, as we reflect on its complexities and how they resonate with our evolving palates and preferences? Through this exploration, we passionately recount our adventures and celebrate the stories and connections we’ve forged along the way, highlighting the essence of the Bourbon Trail.

SIPES’ BARREL SMOKED STRAIGHT RYE WHISKEY

Sipes’ Rye Whiskey is a premium, four-year-old rye whiskey finished in custom hardwood-smoked barrels, blended, and bottled in the Hard Truth Distilling Co. rackhouse and distillery in Brown County, Indiana.

Age: 4 years

Finished: hardwood smoked barrels, blended, and bottled by Hard Truth Distilling Co.

Proof: 90

Paid: $57.99

First Tasted: 02/02/25