Description
1792 Single Barrel Bourbon Whiskey is a unique bourbon created from the finest barrels which are selected and tasted from the best aging warehouses. Only those barrels deemed “exceptional” are then bottled individually, one by one. This preserves the distinct character of each barrel. Barton 1792 Distillery was established in 1879 and has the distinction of the oldest fully operational distillery in Bardstown, Kentucky. The distillery is situated on 196 acres, has 29-barrel aging warehouses, and 22 additional buildings including their impressive still house. The 1792 Single Barrel bourbon is one of seven limited special expressions that has been released by the distillery. The single barrel expressions are composed of barrels that are selected from the best aging warehouse on their property.Tasting Notes:Nose: The nose is deep and rich with notes of oak, caramel, and vanilla.Palate: The first sip has a medium viscosity that is accompanied by notes of cinnamon, caramel, vanilla, and oak. The second sip produced a concentrated heat in the front and mid-palate. Faint hints of banana were present. The third sip began with a burst of caramel, that transitioned to notes of honey and vanilla.Finish:The finish was long and pleasant. Notes of caramel, oak, and vanilla were most prominent. Cinnamon and clove notes began to appear as the finish was fading.
