Toasted Bourbons To Look Out For

Toasted Bourbons To Look Out For

Toasted bourbons are gaining popularity for their unique flavor profiles that come from finishing the whiskey in toasted barrels. This process involves heating the barrels at a lower temperature, which caramelizes the wood sugars and imparts a rich, complex character to the bourbon. In this gallery, we highlight some of the most exciting toasted bourbons on the market today, perfect for sipping or adding to your collection.

Small Batch Bourbon of the Year: Bluegrass Distillers/Toasted Oak Kentucky Straight Bourbon

Introducing our Toasted Oak Bourbon, crafted from our signature Mash Bill #1 comprising 75% yellow corn, 21% rye, and 4% malted barley. Barrel-aged for a minimum of three years, this bourbon offers an enticing aroma of toast, vanilla, and baking spice. Upon tasting, expect a sweet entry with delightful layers of cinnamon, maple, and nutmeg. The finish is characterized by notes of marshmallow, oak, vanilla, culminating in a tantalizing toffee essence. Finished in lightly toasted white oak barrels for at least 21 days, our Toasted Oak Bourbon delivers a light yet peppery profile with aromatic hints of butterscotch and spice. Buy it now!

Doc Swinson’s Exploratory Cask French Toasted Bourbon, 55.4% ABV

Exploring the intricate world of barrel aging, distillers leverage the transformative power of oak to impart nuanced flavors and textures to their spirits. By introducing their creations to new or previously used oak barrels sourced from diverse origins, distillers achieve a delicate equilibrium of minerality alongside robust expressions of sweetness and spice. This artful interplay between wood and spirit yields unique tasting profiles, inviting enthusiasts to savor novel and enticing flavors that transcend tradition. Buy it now!

Everwild Seekers Toasted Oak Cask

We've elevated our already exceptional four-year aged high-rye bourbon by giving it a second aging in a hand-crafted, heavy toast, #1 char new American oak barrel made exclusively from Ohio-grown oak. This unique process imparts sweet and complex flavors of toffee, brown butter, and cocoa, complemented by a subtle nuttiness that transitions into a finish rich with oak and baking spices. Buy it now!

Elijah Craig Toasted Barrel (Max Homa Pick)

Max Homa’s special barrel pick is a rare gem—126.6 proof and only 200 bottles. It’s got a toasty, rich vibe that hits like a perfect drive. Never tried this one myself, but my buddy swears it’s got enough spice and depth to make you feel like a pro golfer, even if you’re just on the couch. Read more.

Kentucky Peerless Toasted Bourbon

Awarded Gold and an impressive 98 points at the IWSC 2024, Kentucky Peerless Toasted Bourbon is a rich, dessert-like pour perfect for high-proof aficionados. This cask-strength expression, bottled at 55.5% ABV, undergoes secondary maturation in toasted barrels after aging in traditional charred oak, using a sweet mash fermentation process without chill filtration. Expect layered notes of honey, cinnamon, oak, and dark chocolate, with judges praising its “captivating aromas” and creamy texture. Priced from $99, it’s ideal for those who crave intense, aromatic bourbon with a balanced finish.

Yellowstone Bourbon Special Finishes Collection: Toasted

The Special Finishes Collection is a constantly expanding investigation of various finishes and viewpoints on the classic Yellowstone bourbon character. Toasted, is the first one and gets off to a great start. Using a combination of High Toast, American Oak Double Toast, High Vanilla, Rickhouse, and Spicerack staves, Yellowstone brings extra char for extra character. Buy it now!

Michter’s Toasted Barrel

Finished in gently toasted barrels, this bourbon highlights wood sugars, delivering notes of crackers, nuts, caramelized sugar, and vanilla bean. Its rich, balanced sweetness and gentle spice create a layered tasting experience. While its pronounced sweetness may not suit all palates, it’s a standout for those who enjoy a softer, impressive bourbon.

Penelope Toasted Bourbon

Our famous four grain straight bourbon whiskey is explored in fresh and distinctive ways with the Penelope Bourbon Toasted Series. We finish Penelope Bourbon in a brand-new, freshly toasted barrel once it has fully matured in charred new American oak barrels. Buy it now!

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