Indulge in a sophisticated fusion of classic Kentucky bourbon and artisanal dessert craftsmanship with the **Nulu Bourbon Finished In Maple Brûlée Barrel Private Select**. This exceptional release from Prohibition Craft Spirits (Nulu) features a high-quality, 8-year-old straight bourbon whiskey that has been meticulously curated for a truly unique finishing process. Selected specifically as a **Private Select** single barrel (**Barrel W147**), this is a decadent, high-proof pour that demands a place on the top shelf at Nestor Liquor.
The journey of this bourbon begins with a robust **8 years** of primary maturation in new charred American oak, developing a foundational profile of rich vanilla, caramel, and spice. To create its signature 'Maple Brûlée' character, the liquid was then transferred to a specialized finishing cask that previously held artisanal maple syrup. During this final finishing stage, the bourbon extracts the luscious, caramelized sugars and deep amber sweetness from the wood, resulting in a dark, complex, and velvety whiskey. It is bottled at a commanding 109.2 Proof (54.6% ABV) without chill filtration.
Key Features
Producer: Prohibition Craft Spirits (Nulu)
Style: Finished Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Base Age: 8 Years
Finish Cask: Maple Brûlée Barrel (Former Maple Syrup Cask)
Barrel No: W147
Proof: 109.2 (54.6% ABV)
Selection: Private Select Single Barrel
Tasting Notes
Nose: Rich, warm, and highly expressive. Aromas of **burnt sugar**, sticky maple syrup, and dark vanilla bean dominate, followed by toasted marshmallow, caramelized oak, and a subtlehint of baking spices.
Palate: Full-bodied, viscous, and decadent. The palate is enveloped in luscious notes of maple-glazed bacon, creamy butterscotch, crème brûlée, and sweet tobacco, perfectly balanced by the robust oak tannins and rye spice of the base bourbon.
Finish: Long, sweet, and satisfying. It leaves a lingering impression of complex maple, toasted almond, dark chocolate, and warm, gentle wood char.
Why Choose Nulu Barrel W147?
Ultra-Premium Maturity: A base bourbon aged for 8 full years provides a structured, oak-forward foundation that prevents the maple finish from becoming overly sweet.
The 'Brûlée' Effect: The specialized finish replicates the caramelized sugar crust of a crème brûlée, offering a textured and multi-layered sweetness that is rare in finished bourbons.
Cask Strength Purity: At 109.2 proof, this Private Select retains all the rich, oily texture and flavor intensity straight from the barrel, making it ideal for sipping neat or in an indulgent cocktail.
