Introducing the Garrison Brothers Balmorhea Cask Strength Private Select ‘MY FIFTH BALMORHEA’, an ultra-premium single-barrel, cask-strength bourbon that showcases the best of Texas whiskey craftsmanship. Selected exclusively from Barrel #1448, this 7-year-old bourbon was distilled and barreled in 2017, offering a robust and intensely flavorful experience.
Bottled at a powerful 129 proof (64.5% ABV), this private select bourbon delivers deep layers of caramelized brown sugar, dark chocolate, toasted oak, and vanilla, complemented by warm baking spice, leather, and a lingering, velvety finish. Thanks to Garrison Brothers' signature double-barreling process, this bourbon gains exceptional depth, allowing its rich flavors to shine.
As a limited-edition single-barrel release, ‘MY FIFTH BALMORHEA’ is a must-have for collectors and whiskey enthusiasts who appreciate bold, high-proof bourbons with a uniquely smooth and complex character.
FAQs
Q: What makes ‘MY FIFTH BALMORHEA’ special?
A: This is a single-barrel, private select bourbon, bottled at cask strength (129 proof / 64.5% ABV) and aged for 7+ years, offering a uniquely rich and bold Texas whiskey experience.
Q: What is the significance of the double-barreling process?
A: Garrison Brothers' Balmorhea bourbon is aged in two different new American oak barrels, enhancing the bourbon’s depth, smoothness, and complexity while intensifying its rich caramel and oak flavors.
Q: What are the tasting notes?
A: Caramelized brown sugar, dark chocolate, toasted oak, vanilla, and warm spice, finishing with hints of leather and a long, velvety finish.
Q: How does Texas aging impact this bourbon?
A: The extreme Texas heat accelerates the aging process, allowing the bourbon to develop deep caramelization, enhanced oak influence, and a bolder, more intense profile.
Q: Is this bourbon non-chill filtered?
A: Yes, Garrison Brothers bourbons are non-chill filtered, preserving their natural richness, body, and depth of flavor.
Q: Is this a limited-edition release?
A: Yes! Each bottle comes exclusively from Barrel #1448, making it a rare, collectible expression of Balmorhea bourbon.
Q: How should this bourbon be enjoyed?
A: Best enjoyed neat or with a splash of water to unlock its full complexity. Due to its high proof, some may prefer it on the rocks to slightly mellow the intensity.