Rye Basics:

Barrell Craft Spirits - TN, KY, IN, and Canada sourced

115.7 Proof

5 year age statement (5, 6, 10, and 14 year blend)

$85 MSRP

Nose:

Spearmint, plum, dried apricot and clove.

Palate:

Candied orange, dark chocolate, ginger, and pillow mints.

Finish:

Powdered sugar, cinnamon, and mint gum.

Bourbon Basics:

Barrell Craft Spirits - TN, KY, and IN sourced

117.5 Proof

6 year age statement (6, 7, 8, and 13 year blend)

$85 MSRP

Nose:

Cinnamon sugar donuts, red licorice, and clove.

Palate:

Roasted peanuts, dark chocolate with peppers, and heavy vanilla.

Finish:

Cherry cobbler, heavy oak, and honey roasted peanut butter.

Final Thoughts:

As with all Barrell whiskeys, batch 035 bourbon and batch 004 rye are blends of various mash bills, states, and age statements, offered at cask strength. Compared to some of the previous releases, batch 35 bourbon has a more intense spice component throughout that at times can remind you of Cinnamon Red Hots, while at other points a spicy chocolate bar. On the other hand, batch 4 rye is a mint bomb from start to finish reminiscent of pillow mints you get at a restaurant. Both releases are well constructed and bring something a bit different that fans of BCS will appreciate. Personally, I am reaching for the bourbon every time!