Barrell 'Amburana' Cask Finish Straight Bourbon Whiskeys

Barrell Craft Spirits' Amburana Cask Finish: A Masterpiece of Blending and Innovation

A Journey Beyond the Ordinary

Barrell Craft Spirits' Amburana Cask Finish Straight Bourbon Whiskeys epitomizes the distillery's commitment to innovation and excellence. This extremely limited Cask Series special release is a testament to the intricate art of bourbon crafting, showcasing a unique finish in amburana wood casks that demands unparalleled blending expertise and creativity.

The Essence of Amburana: A Bold Experiment

The Amburana Cask Finish Series is born from the distillery's daring venture into the unknown. Amburana wood, known for its intense cinnamon, nutmeg, clove, and vanilla flavors, presents a formidable challenge. The Barrell Craft Spirits team, led by Chief Whiskey Scientist Tripp Stimson, embarked on a year-long research and development journey to harness these potent spice notes without overshadowing the bourbon's intrinsic qualities.

Craftsmanship and Complexity: A Delicate Balance

Achieving the perfect harmony between the amburana wood's dominant characteristics and the bourbon's foundational flavors required a blend of straight bourbon whiskies from Indiana and Kentucky, varying in age from 5 to 10 years. This blend was then artfully finished in 53-gallon barrels crafted from sustainably harvested amburana wood, a process refined through meticulous adjustments to proof, temperature, and aging conditions.

Tasting Notes: A Symphony of Flavors

The flavor profile of the Amburana Cask Finish Bourbon is a vibrant tapestry of aromas and tastes:

• Nose: Dominated by cinnamon and enriched by a spectrum of baking spices, the bouquet offers layers of chocolate, walnut, and toasted sourdough.
• Palate: A rich, buttery texture reveals a spicy narrative of cinnamon and ginger beer intertwined with marmalade, tarragon, and hefeweizen, balanced by traditional bourbon notes.
• Finish: Citrus peels and cider apple lead to a sweeter finish, with lasting notes of hefeweizen and dark Cuban rum.

Adding a splash of water unfolds additional dimensions, with sweetness and savory elements in a delicate balance, revealing botanicals and a salty streak on the finish.

Acclaim and Recognition: A Cut Above

The Amburana Cask Finish Bourbon has garnered praise from critics and connoisseurs alike, hailed as incomparable in its balance, and regarded as a pinnacle achievement among ambulance-finished bourbons. Celebrated across prestigious reviews, it is described as the best Amburana finish ever, a "fall time sipper," and the finest example of Barrell Craft Spirits' blending prowess.

The Barrell Craft Spirits Legacy: Kings of Blending

Barrell Craft Spirits' Amburana Cask Finish Straight Bourbon Whiskeys is a bold declaration of the distillery's mastery over whiskey blending. With each bottle, they continue to push the boundaries of traditional bourbon, inviting aficionados to explore new realms of taste and complexity. This particular release enriches the bourbon landscape and solidifies Barrell Craft Spirits' reputation as innovators and leaders in the craft spirits world.