Flavor Profile This blend is recognized for its intricate composition. Finished in rum, port, and cabernet barrels, it delivers a combination of sweetness, dark fruit, and tannin structure. Typical Nose • Brown sugar, molasses (from the rum casks) • Dark berries, plum, fig • Toasted oak, vanilla • Occasional floral notes and warm spices Palate At 62.71% ABV, anticipate intensity: • Caramel, toffee, and brûléed sugar • Blackberry jam, cherry reduction, dried fruit • Baking spices: cinnamon, clove • Some red-wine-like tannins and a bit of dryness • A touch of tropical sweetness from the rum influence Finish • Long, warming • Chocolate, spice, fruit compote • Slight oak grip and dryness from the cabernet barrels ⸻ About the Blend This producer rarely reveals exact mash bills or source distilleries, blending sourced whiskeys from various states. This particular blend is built on: • Bourbon + American whiskey, blended and finished • Finished in: • Rum casks (sweet/tropical) • Port pipes (dark fruit, richness) • Cabernet barrels from Dunn Vineyards (tannins, refined structure) The inclusion of "Dunn Vineyards" is a distinguishing factor, as they are a premium Napa producer, and their barrels contribute elegance to the whiskey.
Barrell Dovetail (125.42 Proof)
4.19 Good
Whiskey American Whiskey Kentucky 62.7% ABV
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Sweet, fruity, thick texture
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