Ignite your senses with the **Barrell Bourbon Cigar Blend**, a sophisticated release from Barrell Craft Spirits that bridges the gap between old-world tradition and modern blending mastery. Designed to linger on the palate, this cask-strength bourbon is a marriage of whiskeys aged between **7.5 and 18 years**, finished in a complex array of **Madeira, Armagnac, rum, and Hungarian oak casks**.
Bottled at a robust **111.2 Proof (55.6% ABV)**, this expression is built for slow sipping. While the Madeira, Armagnac, and rum casks contribute plush structure and deep fruit warmth, the inclusion of **new Hungarian oak** adds a unique energy, infusing the spirit with bold notes of pepper-roasted coffee and toffee. Whether enjoyed alongside a fine cigar or as a standalone pour, this bourbon rewards patience and conversation.
Key Features
Producer: Barrell Craft Spirits (Louisville, KY)
Proof: 111.2 (55.6% ABV)
Finishing Casks: Madeira, Armagnac, Rum, and Hungarian Oak
Blend Components:
Kentucky Bourbon: 9 Years Old
Indiana Bourbon: 7.5, 8, 9, and 18 Years Old
Tennessee Bourbon: 7.5 and 15 Years Old
Tasting Notes
Nose: expressive and deep, enticing with aromas of dark fruit, old leather, and sweet oak warmth.
Palate: Plush and energetic. The Hungarian oak shines through with distinct flavors of **pepper-roasted coffee** and rich **toffee**, balanced by the vinous sweetness of Madeira and Armagnac.
Finish: Long, warming, and complex. Designed to linger, it leaves a lasting impression of spice and dried fruit.
Why Choose This Bottle?
Complex Finishing: The use of four distinct finishing casks (including rare Hungarian oak) creates a depth of flavor that standard bourbons cannot match.
High-Age Blend: Contains liquid up to 18 years old, providing a mature oak backbone to support the exotic finishes.
Versatile Sipper: explicitly crafted to be equally compelling with or without a cigar, making it a perfect addition to any whiskey shelf.
