Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey

Down the Rabbit Hole! Our First Taste of Rabbit Hole Distillery! 🤩🥃

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Get ready to tumble down the Rabbit Hole with us! 🤩 In Episode 15 of Bourbon Trail Tales and Tastes, we embarked on our very first adventure at the incredible Rabbit Hole Distillery in Louisville, Kentucky! 🥃🎉

Join us as we recount our absolutely terrific distillery tour – you won’t believe what we discovered! 👀 Then, prepare your palates for a fantastic guided tasting where the flavors truly exploded! 💥🤤

But the adventure doesn’t stop there! 😉 We dive even deeper into the rabbit hole by cracking open TWO amazing purchases from that very day: a Cavehill Single Barrel Cask Strength Bourbon and a Derringer Single Barrel Cask Strength Bourbon! 🤯 We leave no drop unturned as we explore every delicious detail of each offering. 🤔 Will these bottles earn a coveted spot in our collection? Find out as we discuss whether we’d buy them again if we had the chance! 💸

Thinking of hitting the Kentucky Bourbon Trail? 🤔 We’re here to tell you exactly why Rabbit Hole Distillery deserves a prime spot on your Louisville itinerary! 💯 Don’t miss our recommendations – you’ll thank us later! 😉 Cheers! 🥂✨

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.


ABOUT THE BOTTLES REVIEWED

✴️ Cavehill Single Barrel Cask Strength

  • Classification: Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
  • Company: Rabbit Hole Distillery
  • Mashbill: 70% Corn, 10% Malted Wheat, 10% Malted Barley, 10% Honey Malted Barley
  • Proof: 105.8
  • Released: 2022
  • Other: Romeo and Juliet; Bottle 79/198
  • Purchased: 10/29/22 for $149.99 at Rabbit Hole Distillery

✴️ Dareinger Single Barrel Cask Strength

  • Classification: Straight Bourbon Whiskey
  • Note: Finished in PX Sherry Casks
  • Company: Rabbit Hole Distillery
  • Mashbill: 68% Corn, 18% Wheat, 14% Malted Barley
  • Proof: 114.8
  • Released: 2022
  • Other: The Caterpillar; Bottle 197/270
  • Purchased: 10/29/22 for $194.99 at Rabbit Hole Distillery

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NOTE: The spirits in this review were purchased by us. We were not compensated by the spirit producer for this review. This is simply our opinion based on what we tasted on this day. Please drink responsibly.

Fresh Pour Alert! Larceny Barrel Proof A125 Review & Tasting Notes

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Get ready for a wheated bourbon showdown! 🥃 In this episode, we’re diving headfirst into a fresh pour of the highly anticipated Larceny Barrel Proof A125 from the legendary Heaven Hill! 🔥

Clocking in at a powerful 125 proof, this uncut small batch bourbon is bottled straight from the barrel and aged for a sweet six to eight years. ⏳

What makes it special? 🤔 Heaven Hill’s signature wheated bourbon recipe, featuring a mashbill of 68% corn, 20% wheat, and 12% malted barley. 🌾🌽

Join us as we meticulously explore every facet of this dram: ✨ Color & Appearance: What does this liquid gold look like in the glass? 👃 Aroma: What tantalizing scents will greet our noses? 👅 Taste: Get ready for a flavor explosion! What notes will dance on our palates? 💫 Finish: How long and satisfying will the goodbye be?

Does the Larceny Barrel Proof A125 live up to the hype of its predecessors? 🤔 Will it be a dream come true for wheated bourbon enthusiasts? 😍

Hit play now to discover our in-depth notes and honest recommendations! 👇 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share if you enjoy the wheated whiskey goodness! 👍🔔➡️

ABOUT THIS BOTTLE

✴️ Larceny Barrel Proof Bourbon (Batch A125)

  • Classification: Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
  • Company: Heaven Hill
  • Distillery: Heaven Hill
  • Mash Bill: 68% Corn, 20% Wheat, 12% Malted Barley
  • Age: 6-8 Years
  • Proof: 125
  • MSRP: $65
  • Released: January 2025
  • Purchased: 03/22/25 for $69.99 at Varsity Liquors in Evansville Indiana
  • Purchased: 03/28/25 for $58.98 at Sam’s Club in Evansville Indiana

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🥃 BLIND WHISKEY BATTLE! Who Will Be Crowned Q1 Champion?

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Alright, buckle up, whiskey lovers! 🥃 Get ready for a showdown of EPIC proportions! 🔥 In this blind tasting adventure, we’re putting three incredible contenders to the ultimate test to crown the UNDISPUTED CHAMPION 🏆 of our First Quarter 2025! 🎉

Prepare your senses as we dive deep into the aromatic world 👃 and tantalizing flavors 😋 of:

🥃 Old Louisville Straight Whiskey Cognac Cask Finish 

🌟 Starlight Family Reserve Single Barrel Bourbon (Blake’s Pick) 

🌳 Woodford Reserve Double Double Oaked

No labels, no biases – just pure, unadulterated whiskey appreciation! 👀 Join us as we meticulously nose, sip, and savor each dram, dissecting the nose 👃, the dance on the palate 👅, the lingering finish ✨, and that all-important je ne sais quoi. 🤔

Will the barrel proof powerhouse 💪 dominate? Will the aged elegance 👑 steal the show? Or will a unique finish or single barrel charm ✨ take the crown? We’re ranking them from 3rd place🥉 to the coveted 1st place spot🥇, and the suspense is BUILDING! 🤩 The results will be used for seeding in our Whiskey of the Year competition! 🏆

Hit play ▶️ and join the tasting party! 🎉 Grab your own glass 🥃 (of whatever you fancy! 😉), settle in 🛋️, and experience the thrill of the reveal with us. Get ready for some serious whiskey talk 🗣️, maybe a few surprises 😮, and definitely a good time! 😄 Cheers to an unforgettable evening of delicious discovery! 🥂

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🔥DETAILS REGARDING OUR THREE FINALISTS🔥 (in alphabetical order): 

✴️ Old Louisville Straight Whiskey Cognac Cask Finish

  • Classification: Straight Whiskey
  • Distilled:  Indiana
  • Bottled: Old Louisville Whiskey Co, Louisville KY
  • Mash Bill: Undisclosed
  • Age: 9 years
  • Proof: 106.6
  • Released: 2025
  • Other: Uncut, Non-Chill Filtered, Cognac Cask Finished
  • Original YouTube Review: https://youtu.be/H1GPKXkBNP0?si=hfgALrZ8U2D4vT4R 

✴️ Starlight Distillery Family Reserve Single Barrel Bourbon

✴️ WOODFORD RESERVE DOUBLE DOUBLE OAKED

  • Type: Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
  • Distilled By: Woodford Reserve
  • Mashbill: 72% Corn, 18% Rye, 10% Malted Barley
  • Aged: 5-7 Years then up to 2 Years in a second barrel
  • Proof: 90.4
  • Released: January 2025
  • Original YouTube Review: https://youtu.be/01ZUvh4JWKc  

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NOTE: The spirits in this review were purchased by us. We were not compensated by the spirit producer for this review. This is simply our opinion based on what we tasted on this day. Please drink responsibly.

Angel’s Envy Triple Oak REVIEW: Buy or Pass?! 🥃🔥

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Get ready, bourbon lovers! 🥃🔥 In this EPIC review episode, we’re diving deep into the ANGEL’S ENVY TRIPLE OAK BOURBON! Prepare your senses for a truly unique and complex experience.

This isn’t your average pour! Angel’s Envy takes their already delicious bourbon (aged 4-6 years!) on an unforgettable journey through THREE distinct oak types:

  • 🇭🇺 Second-fill Hungarian oak barrels for at least SIX months! What kind of spice and character will they impart?
  • 🪵 First-fill Chinkapin barrels for another SIX months minimum! Get ready for potentially rich and nutty notes!
  • 🇫🇷 And finally, first-fill French oak barrels for at least TWO months! Expect elegance and a touch of finesse!

Join us as we meticulously dissect EVERY SINGLE NOTE!👃👅 From the enticing aroma that leaps from the glass to the lingering, satisfying finish that warms your soul. We’ll be exploring the layers of flavor created by this incredible triple-oak maturation process.

The burning question on everyone’s mind… WHAT’S OUR VERDICT?! 🤔 Will the Angel’s Envy Triple Oak earn a coveted spot on your shelf? Is it a MUST-BUY? Or will it be a pass? HIT PLAY NOW and find out! You won’t want to miss our honest and in-depth tasting experience. Cheers! 🥂

ABOUT THIS BOTTLE

✴️ Angel’s Envy Triple Oak

  • Classification: Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
  • Company: Bacardi Limited
  • Distillery: Sourced from an undisclosed Kentucky distillery(ies)
  • Mash Bill: Undisclosed
  • Age: NAS (Aged at least 4 years before finishing according to the bottle’s neck tag)
  • Proof: 92
  • MSRP: $75
  • Released: October 2024
  • Other: Finished in a Blend of Hungarian, Chinkapin & French Oak Barrels
  • Purchased: 03/08/25 for $54.99 at Costco in Evansville Indiana

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Orphan Barrel Fanged Pursuit Review: 17 Year Old “Unicorn” Bourbon!

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🔥 Don’t Miss This! 🔥Get ready to dive into the mystery of Orphan Barrel’s latest release: Fanged Pursuit! Inspired by the elusive bobcat prowling Kentucky’s Bourbon Heartland, this 17-year-old straight bourbon is a true unicorn. After 17 patient years in charred oak, this single-release whiskey has emerged, never to be made again. Join us as we delve into this extraordinary pour, dissecting its intricate aroma profile, the layers of flavor on the palate, and the unforgettable goodbye. And because we can’t resist a good bourbon mystery, we’ll be playing detective and trying to guess its distillery roots! We will also give you our honest recommendation on whether it’s worth the hunt!

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Archie & Clyde’s in Newburgh Indiana

ABOUT THIS BOTTLE

✴️ Fanged Pursuit

  • Classification: Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
  • Company: Diageo
  • Distillery: Sourced from an undisclosed Kentucky
  • Mash Bill: 68-74% Corn, 18-22% Rye, 8-10% Malted Barley
  • Age: 17 Years
  • Proof: 92
  • MSRP: $200
  • Released: February 2025
  • Purchased: 03/13/25 for $200.00 at Archie & Clyde’s Restaurant Newburgh Indiana

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Rabbit Hole Dareinger & Rabelo Review: Limited Edition Bourbon Tasting

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❇️ In this bourbon review episode, we revisit our visit to Rabbit Hole Distillery, where we acquired the Dareinger Founders Collection 2023 and the Rabelo Cask Strength Distillery Series. We dive deep into the tasting of these two exceptional, Limited Edition, offerings from Rabbit Hole Distillery, thoroughly exploring and comparing their unique aromas, tastes, and finishes. With each sip, we uncover the intricate layers of flavor that define these spirits, taking note of the subtle nuances that distinguish one from the other. Every element tells a story of craftsmanship and dedication. Ultimately, this tasting journey not only heightens our senses but also deepens our understanding of the distillery’s commitment to quality and innovation. Without a doubt, we highly recommend adding Rabbit Hole Distillery in Louisville, Kentucky, to your bourbon journey-book a tour, take a step down the rabbit hole, and savor some outstanding bourbon!

ABOUT THESE BOTTLES

✴️ Rabelo Cask Strength Distillery Series 375mil

  • Classification: Straight Bourbon Whiskey
  • Company: Rabbit Hole Distillery
  • Distillery: 
  • Mash Bill: 65% Corn, 25% Wheat, 10% Malted Barley
  • Age: 3+ Years; Aged in #3, wood-fired, toasted & charred new American Oak barrels
  • Finish: 4 Months in Ruby Port Cask
  • Proof: 100.8
  • Released: 2023
  • Purchased: 12/15/23 for $49.99 at Rabbit Hole, Louisville KY

✴️ Dareinger Founders Collection 2023

  • Classification: Straight Bourbon Whiskey
  • Company: Rabbit Hole Distillery
  • Distillery: Undisclosed
  • Mash Bill: 65% Corn, 25% Wheat, 10% Malted Barley
  • Age: 3 years initially
  • Then Finished:
    • Aged in Alligator-char oak barrels for five years
    • Finished and aged in Pedro Ximenez sherry casks for two years 
    • Aged in 60-year-old American white oak barrels for an additional month 
  • Proof: 102.1
  • Purchased: 12/15/23 for $295.00 at Rabbit Hole, Louisville KY

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We Visited Kentucky Peerless Distilling And Found AMAZING Bourbon

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In Episode 11 of Bourbon Trail Tales & Tastes, we recount our first three visits to Kentucky Peerless Distilling in Louisville, Kentucky. Join us as we remember that first day, December 28, 2020, the second time September 3, 2022, which marked our 11th Stamp on the Kentucky Bourbon Trail, and even our third visit, October 29, 2022 where we were able to take their production tour. We share our insights into the experiences available at Kentucky Peerless Distilling, including a production tour, formal guided tastings, and the option of a non-appointment express tasting. To fully immerse ourselves in those cherished memories, we taste from two bottles purchased on our first visits, Rye Cherry Cola Single Barrel Distillery Selection and Spiced Orange Soda Single Barrel Bourbon Distillery Selection, enabling us to relive the original experiences 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.

ABOUT THESE BOTTLES: 

Rye Cherry Cola Single Barrel Distillery Selection

  • Classification: Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey
  • Company: Kentucky Peerless Distilling Company
  • Distillery: Kentucky Peerless Distilling Company
  • Mash Bill: Undisclosed
  • Other: Sweet Mash, Non-Chill Filtered, No Water Added
  • Age: NAS (at least 4 years)
  • Proof: 110.4
  • Released: 2020
  • Purchased: 12/28/20 for no record at KY Peerless, Louisville KY

Spiced Orange Soda Single Barrel Bourbon Distillery Selection

  • Classification: Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
  • Company: Kentucky Peerless Distilling Company
  • Distillery: Kentucky Peerless Distilling Company
  • Mash Bill: Undisclosed
  • Other: Sweet Mash, Non-Chill Filtered, No Water Added
  • Age: NAS (at least 4 years)
  • Proof: 107.4
  • Released: 2022
  • Purchased: 09/03/22 for $129.99 at KY Peerless, Louisville KY

This bottle contains Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey. Such whiskeys have all the requirements of bourbon: Made in the U.S, distilled at <= 160 proof, barreled at <= 125 proof, aged in new, charred oak containers, bottled at >= 80 proof. Straight bourbon means it is aged at least 2 years (and must have an age statement if less than 4). In addition, to be Kentucky Straight Bourbon, it has the additional requirement that it must be produced and aged at least 1 year in the state of Kentucky.

Bourbon 51 Engraving on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bourbon51.engraving/ 

Peerless Gingerbread House Review: https://youtu.be/U4cGE9WGAsE 

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What Makes the Old Fitzgerald 1976 Decanter So SPECIAL?

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Join us for an unforgettable tasting event, where we will explore a captivating chapter of whiskey history! Today’s exceptional selection is a Vintage Bourbon – an Old Fitzgerald Decanter, bottled in 1976 and likely distilled around 1970. We originally opened this American Sons of St. Patrick Decanter a year ago, eagerly anticipating another tasting. It is remarkable to immerse ourselves in a vintage Old Fitzgerald Wheated Bourbon that is at least 50 years old, potentially distilled at Stizel-Weller under the esteemed Van Winkle family’s guidance. This vintage bourbon invites you to savor its unique taste profile, evoking powerful memories and emotions that embody the spirit of bourbon. Together, let’s celebrate this extraordinary bottle while Sipping on History! 🥃

ABOUT THIS VINTAGE DECANTER

  • Old Fitzgerald American Sons of St. Patrick Decanter
  • Classification: Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
  • Distillery: Stitzel-Weller
  • Mash Bill: The researched mashbill for Old Fitzgerald Prime in the early 1970s was 70% Corn, 20% Wheat, and 10% Malted Barley.
  • Age: According to bourbon historian, Michael Veach, Old Fitzgerald Prime was typically a blend of 4–8-year-old-whiskey with mostly 6-year-old.
  • Proof: 86
  • Other: If this whiskey was bottled around 1976, and the dominate age was 6 years, it was likely distilled and barreled around 1970. The Master Distiller at that time was Roy Hawes (early 50s to 1971).
  • Note: In 1972, the company and all its brands were sold to Norton-Simon Inc. as part of Somerset Imports, as part of a forced sale by stockholders. The distillery name was changed to Old Fitzgerald Distillery. After this point there were no longer any Van Winkles at the helm of the company, making pre-1972 bottles somewhat more sought after. (per Whiskey ID, https://whiskeyid.com/stitzel-weller-timeline/)
  • Purchased: January 2024 at Revival Vintage Spirits, Covington, KY https://revivalky.com/ 

Original Opening & Written Story: https://yourbourbonjourney.com/2024/03/17/march-2024-old-fitzgerald-1976-decanter/

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NOTE: The spirit in this review was purchased by us. We were not compensated by the spirit producer for this review. This is simply our opinion based on what we tasted on this day. Please drink responsibly.

This bottle contains Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey. Such whiskeys have all the requirements of bourbon: Made in the U.S, distilled at <= 160 proof, barreled at <= 125 proof, aged in new, charred oak containers, bottled at >= 80 proof. Straight bourbon means it is aged at least 2 years (and must have an age statement if less than 4). In addition, to be Kentucky Straight Bourbon, it has the additional requirement that it must be produced and aged at least 1 year in the state of Kentucky. 

The First Visit to Old Forester – A Bourbon Adventure

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Join us in CELEBRATION of our 100th VIDEO!

 In Episode 10 of Bourbon Trail Tales & Tastes, we recount our first visit to Old Forester Distillery in Louisville, Kentucky. Join us as we remember that day, Saturday, September 3, 2022, which marked our 14th distillery on Our Bourbon Journey and our 10th Stamp on the Kentucky Bourbon Trail. We share our insights into the experience available at Old Forester Distillery, how complete and detailed the tour is – truly soup to nuts, and why we often select it as a first distillery visit for our friends who are visiting. To fully immerse ourselves in those cherished memories, we taste from a bottle purchased on that very first visit, Old Forester Statesman, 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.

ABOUT THE BOTTLE: Old Forester Statesman

  • The Statesman
  • Classification: Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
  • Company: Brown-Forman
  • Distillery: Old Forester Distilling Company
  • Mash Bill: 72% Corn, 18% Rye, 10% Malted Barley
  • Age: NAS (at least 4 years)
  • Proof: 95
  • MSRP: $55
  • Purchased: 09/03/22 for $56.99 at Old Forester, Louisville KY

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Exploring The History and Flavors of Oxmoor Bourbon

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In this bourbon review episode, we recount our recent visit to the Oxmoor Farm and Bourbon Company in Louisville, Kentucky. We highlight its historical significance, rooted in the 1700s, and the Bullitt family’s remarkable legacy of legal scholars who played a pivotal role in shaping many of the bourbon and whiskey laws we cherish today. Although bourbon was never produced on-site, Oxmoor served as a private stock brand designed for sharing.

We then delve into the tasting of two exceptional offerings from Oxmoor Bourbon – a Small Batch and a Single Barrel. Each is crafted by an undisclosed distillery in Kentucky; however, we know that one is bottled at Kentucky Artisan Distillery and the other at Neeley Family Distillery. We thoroughly enjoy and compare the unique aromas, tastes, and finishes of each offering.

Ultimately, we strongly recommend that you add Oxmoor Farm and Bourbon to your bourbon journey – book a tour, take a step back in time, and savor some outstanding bourbon!

ABOUT THESE BOTTLES

Oxmoor Small Batch Barrel Strength

  • Classification: Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
  • Company: Oxmoor Bourbon Company
  • Bottled: Kentucky Artisan Distillery, Crestwood KY
  • Mash Bill: Blend of Traditional & Wheated mash bills
  • Age: NAS (at least 4 years)
  • Proof: 119
  • MSRP: $65.00
  • Other: Vol. 3, First Edition, MMXXIV
  • Purchased: 02/21/25 for $65.00 at Oxmoor Farm, Louisville KY 

Oxmoor Single Barrel

  • Classification: Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
  • Company: Oxmoor Bourbon Company
  • Bottled: Neeley Family Distillery, Sparta KY
  • Mash Bill: Undisclosed
  • Age: 8 years
  • Proof: 116.6
  • MSRP: $80.00
  • Released: 
  • Other: Vol. 4, MMXXIV
  • Purchased: 02/21/25 for $80.00 at Oxmoor Farm, Louisville KY

Oxmoor Bourbon Company: https://oxmoorbourbon.com/ 

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