Two Souls Spirits has just announced the launch of its summer 2024 whiskey trio, featuring an impressive collection of single barrel whiskeys. The lineup includes a wheated bourbon and a wheat whiskey from Minnesota’s J. Carver Distillery, as well as a unique triple cask rye whiskey from Kentucky’s Green River Distilling. These exclusive offerings will be available for direct-to-consumer (DTC) sales exclusively online at twosoulsspirits.com starting Tuesday, July 30 at noon EST.
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2024 Summer Release Details:
- Two Souls Spirits 8-year Straight Bourbon Whiskey – “Give ‘Em the Wheater”
- Distillery: J. Carver Distillery (MN)
- Proof: 127.68
- Bottles Available: 177
- Price: $124.99
- Tasting Notes: Dark orange spice, creamy burnt caramel, vanilla creme brulee, with a long dry oak and char finish.
- Two Souls Spirits 8-year Straight Wheat Whiskey – “Packin’ Wheat”
- Distillery: J. Carver Distillery (MN)
- Proof: 128
- Bottles Available: 105
- Price: $114.99
- Tasting Notes: Vanilla cake batter, butterscotch, stewed dark fruit, and leathery antique oak with a lingering warm finish.
- Two Souls Spirits 5-year Triple Cask Rye Whiskey – “Kentucky Colonel”
- Distillery: Green River Distilling (KY)
- Proof: 127.9
- Bottles Available: 149
- Price: $99.99
- Tasting Notes: Rich waves of rum, butterscotch, warm vanilla and baking spices, stewed apples, and a touch of old oak and leather.
According to co-founder James Estrada, this summer release marks their first “distillery spotlight” in partnership with J. Carver Distillery. Estrada expressed his admiration for the quality of the barrels he encountered during his visit to the distillery in March, stating, “I knew right away that we needed to release them together and bring as much recognition to J. Carver as we possibly could.” Co-founder Chad Civetti highlighted the rarity of these offerings, noting that these are some of the oldest barrels Two Souls has released to date.
The “Kentucky Colonel” Triple Cask Rye from Green River Distilling stands out for its unique aging process. The whiskey spent a year in new oak, three years in a used rum barrel, and an additional 13 months in a used bourbon barrel. This intricate aging process imparts layers of flavor that James Estrada describes as “a pour you have to experience.”
Two Souls Spirits Spring 2024 Release Recap:
Earlier this year, Two Souls Spirits also launched their spring 2024 release, featuring a trio of single barrel whiskeys from award-winning Midwest producers: Wollersheim Distillery (WI), Middle West Spirits (OH), and Rush Creek Distilling (IL). This release was rolled out in two parts:
Part I:
- Two Souls Spirits 6-year Straight Rye Whiskey – “Wisconsin Waffles”
- Distillery: Wollersheim Distillery (WI)
- Proof: 118.4
- Bottles Available: 166
- Price: $84.99
- Tasting Notes: Fresh-baked peach cobbler and waffles with maple syrup, topped with cinnamon drizzle on toasted oak.
Part II:
- Two Souls Spirits 5-year Dark Pumpernickel Rye – “O-H-RYE-O”
- Distillery: Middle West Spirits (OH)
- Proof: 126.7
- Bottles Available: 185
- Price: $94.99
- Tasting Notes: Dark and heavy with spices like cinnamon, anise, light cloves, caramel, stewed dark fruit, and subtle apple.
- Two Souls Spirits 6-year Straight Bourbon – “Bold Rush”
- Distillery: Rush Creek Distilling (IL)
- Proof: 137.4
- Bottles Available: 144
- Price: $104.99
- Tasting Notes: Sweet and bright with apricot, brown sugar, butterscotch, warm baking spices, and a dry oak finish.
Estrada and Civetti emphasized the bold flavors and novel cask finishes in the spring release, highlighting their collaboration with these esteemed distilleries.
For whiskey enthusiasts looking to explore bold, distinct flavors, both the summer and spring 2024 releases from Two Souls Spirits offer a variety of exceptional options. Be sure to visit www.twosoulsspirits.com to secure these limited-edition bottles.
About Two Souls Spirits
Two Souls Spirits is a unique and innovative brand in the American craft spirits industry, known for its distinctive approach to whiskey production. Founded by James Estrada and Charles Borkoski, the company has garnered attention for its focus on transparency, collaboration, and creating high-quality, single-barrel whiskeys. Two Souls Spirits operates as an independent bottler, curating exceptional spirits from various distilleries and showcasing the individuality of each barrel.
One of the key elements that sets Two Souls Spirits apart is its dedication to transparency. The brand openly shares detailed information about each whiskey it releases, including the distillery of origin, mash bill, age, and other pertinent production details. This level of openness is relatively rare in the industry and reflects the company's commitment to educating consumers and fostering a deeper appreciation for the nuances of whiskey-making.
Two Souls Spirits prides itself on its collaborative approach, partnering with small, craft distilleries across the United States to source unique and high-quality barrels. By working closely with these distilleries, Two Souls Spirits is able to offer a diverse range of expressions that highlight the distinctive characteristics of different regions and production methods. This collaborative model not only supports smaller distilleries but also provides whiskey enthusiasts with access to a wider array of flavors and styles.
The brand's portfolio includes a variety of single-barrel releases, each carefully selected and bottled at cask strength to preserve the integrity and purity of the whiskey. This approach allows drinkers to experience the full, unadulterated flavor profile of each barrel, making each release a unique and memorable experience. Two Souls Spirits' offerings often feature complex flavor profiles with a balance of sweetness, spice, and oak, appealing to both novices and connoisseurs alike.
In summary, Two Souls Spirits stands out in the craft spirits industry for its commitment to transparency, collaboration, and quality. By partnering with small distilleries and offering detailed information about each release, the brand provides whiskey enthusiasts with a unique opportunity to explore the rich diversity of American whiskey. Their single-barrel, cask-strength offerings are a testament to their dedication to showcasing the best that the craft whiskey world has to offer.