Smoke Wagon Private Barrel Bourbon Whiskey 39-151 is a Bourbon Whiskey from the Smoke Wagon Whiskey brand crafted in United States.
This 7-year-old barrel strength bourbon from Nevada H&C Distilling Company showcases the unique character of a single barrel (#39-151) selected for its exceptional flavor profile. Interestingly, Smoke Wagon gets its name from Old West slang for the 1873 Colt revolver, and the bottle's wax seal features two crossed "smoke wagons" over the state of Nevada, paying homage to the distillery's Las Vegas roots and the spirit of the American frontier.
Smoke Wagon Private Barrel Bourbon Whiskey 39-151 offers cocktail enthusiasts a taste of Las Vegas's first distillery, with its high-rye mashbill and 7-year aging process resulting in a complex, barrel-strength expression. This particular barrel (#39-151) provides a unique flavor profile that sets it apart from mass-produced bourbons, allowing cocktail lovers to experience a true craft spirit with local character.
This rich, high-proof bourbon shines when sipped neat or with a single large ice cube to gently open up its complex flavors. While it's bold enough to stand up in spirit-forward cocktails, Smoke Wagon Private Barrel truly excels as an after-dinner sipper on cool autumn evenings, perfectly complementing hearty dishes like grilled steaks or smoky barbecue.
Nose: Rich caramel and vanilla lead the way, followed by warm oak and a hint of cinnamon spice. Ripe cherries and dried apricots add fruity complexity, while a subtle nuttiness reminiscent of toasted pecans rounds out the aroma.
Palate: Bold and full-bodied, with an initial burst of sweet corn and brown sugar. Layers of dark chocolate, tobacco leaf, and leather unfold, balanced by notes of baked apple and orange zest. A peppery rye spice builds, complemented by hints of clove and nutmeg.
Finish: Long and warming, with lingering flavors of caramelized oak, dark honey, and dried fruits. A pleasant tannic dryness develops, accompanied by a subtle smokiness and a final touch of black pepper that slowly fades, leaving a satisfying warmth in the chest.
Smoke Wagon Private Barrel Bourbon is crafted using a high-rye mash bill and aged for 7 years in new, charred American oak barrels. This particular expression, Barrel #39-151, is bottled at barrel strength without chill filtration, allowing the full flavor profile and natural oils to shine through in the final product.
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