Experience a monumental achievement in North American whiskey with the Barrell Whiskey Decade 2. Released as part of the highly limited Black Label Series, this expression takes us back to Barrell Craft Spirits' roots of creating high-quality, unique whiskeys in extremely limited quantities. To create this exceptional "Hazmat" release, the blending team carefully selected and artfully layered barrels of Canadian whiskey distilled each year from 1995 to 2005. This decade-long spectrum of vintages was then aged for a total of 20 years to achieve its remarkable character.
What truly sets Decade 2 apart is its unique secondary maturation. After being meticulously blended, the whiskey was finished in Kentucky using a combination of Spanish brandy and Hungarian oak casks. The Spanish brandy casks impart lush, syrupy fruit notes, while the Hungarian oak delivers deep, warming highlights of toffee and cinnamon. Bottled at a staggering 141.3 proof (70.65% ABV), this uncut, cask-strength powerhouse offers a smooth, refined experience with unparalleled depth and structure.
Tasting Notes
Nose: Intriguing aromas of ripe stone fruit, dried fig, and dark molasses, underscored by cinnamon bark and toasted oak.
Palate: Bold and full-bodied, yet remarkably smooth for its proof. Waves of dark toffee, brandied cherries, and stewed apples are perfectly balanced by roasted nuts and cocoa powder.
Finish: Long, powerful, and beautifully layered. Lingering barrel spice and toasted oak seamlessly intertwine with sweet dried fruit notes.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Why is this release called "Decade"? The name "Decade" honors the meticulous blending process. The Barrell Craft Spirits team selected and blended barrels distilled in 1995 with a specific flavor profile, then layered in barrels from the nine subsequent years (up to 2005). This forms a spectrum of nuanced variations spanning an entire decade of distillation.
What kind of barrels were used to finish Decade 2? After its initial maturation, the whiskey underwent a unique secondary maturation in Spanish brandy casks, which added lush, syrupy fruit notes, and Hungarian oak casks, which contributed warming baking spices and structural complexity.
What is the proof of Barrell Whiskey Decade 2? This expression is a true "Hazmat" whiskey, bottled at a robust 141.3 proof (70.65% ABV). Despite the incredibly high proof, the masterful blending process results in a remarkably smooth and refined sipping experience.
