Preservation Pot Distilled Wheated Bourbon is a meticulously crafted small-batch bourbon produced by Preservation Distillery in Bardstown, Kentucky. This expression showcases the distillery's commitment to traditional pot distillation methods and the use of high-quality, locally sourced grains.
Key Details:
Age: 6 to 7 years
Proof: Varies by batch; for example, Lot 1 is bottled at 117.2 proof (58.6% ABV)
Mash Bill: Local artisan corn, harvest wheat, and dark toast malted barley
Tasting Notes:
Nose: Full and rich aromas of lightly burnt dark caramel, dark cherries, toffee, and syrupy brown sugar, with hints of wintergreen and hot cinnamon candies, and mild dry oak.
Palate: Flavors of dark cherries, syrupy brown sugar, burnt caramel, mild barrel char, tannins, and dry oak, with increasing hot cinnamon spice over time.
Finish: Long and warm, featuring dark cherries, hot cinnamon spice, mild brown sugar, transitioning to a drier profile with mild dry oak, tannins, and barrel char.
Preservation Distillery emphasizes sustainability and supports local agriculture, utilizing a small herd of longhorn cattle to consume spent grain. Their dedication to quality and traditional methods is evident in each bottle of their pot-distilled wheated bourbon.
FAQs:
What makes Preservation Pot Distilled Wheated Bourbon unique?
This bourbon is entirely distilled on-site using traditional pot stills, aged for 6 to 7 years, and crafted in very small batches of up to three barrels, resulting in a rich and complex flavor profile.
How should this bourbon be enjoyed?
It is best savored neat or with a splash of water to fully appreciate its depth and complexity.
Is this a limited-edition release?
Yes, due to the small-batch production and limited number of barrels used per batch, each release is unique and available in limited quantities.