Fig Old-Fashioned Cocktail Set: Balcones Texas Pot Still Bourbon + Carmelized Fig Syrup + Angostura 4oz is a Cocktail Kits to Pair with Whiskey from the Balcones Whisky Collection, Angostura Bitters brand.
This Fig Old-Fashioned Cocktail Set combines the rich, robust flavors of Balcones Texas Pot Still Bourbon with the sweet, fruity notes of caramelized fig syrup, all balanced by the classic aromatic bitters of Angostura. Interestingly, the Balcones distillery in Waco, Texas, was the first whisky distillery in the state since Prohibition, and they use a unique pot still design that allows for more flavor retention during distillation, giving their bourbon a distinctively bold and complex character.
This Fig Old-Fashioned kit elevates the classic cocktail by pairing the rich, complex Balcones Texas Pot Still Bourbon with a luscious caramelized fig syrup, creating a perfect balance of sweetness and warmth. The unique combination showcases the bourbon's distinctive character - a result of its pot still distillation and Texas terroir - while the fig syrup adds a luxurious, fruity depth that perfectly complements the whiskey's bold flavors.
This Fig Old-Fashioned Cocktail Set, featuring Balcones Texas Pot Still Bourbon and Caramelized Fig Syrup, is best savored slowly on a crisp autumn evening, allowing the rich bourbon and sweet fig notes to warm you from the inside out. It pairs beautifully with hearty dishes like roasted pork or a cheese board featuring bold, aged cheddars and creamy blues, enhancing the complex flavors of both the cocktail and the food.
Nose: Rich caramel and toasted oak from the bourbon mingle with the sweet, jammy scent of ripe figs. Hints of vanilla, cinnamon, and dried fruit add complexity. A subtle nuttiness and warm baking spices round out the aroma.
Palate: The first sip reveals a velvety texture with bold flavors of caramelized figs and brown sugar. The bourbon's corn and rye notes shine through, bringing warmth and depth. Angostura bitters contribute subtle hints of clove and licorice. As it opens up, layers of dark cherry, toasted pecans, and leather emerge.
Finish: Long and satisfying, with lingering sweetness from the fig syrup balanced by the bourbon's oak tannins. Warm baking spices and a touch of black pepper provide a gentle heat. The finish leaves a pleasant dryness, inviting another sip. Notes of dried fruit and nutmeg linger on the palate.
The Fig Old-Fashioned Cocktail Set combines Balcones Texas Pot Still Bourbon with a house-made caramelized fig syrup and Angostura bitters. The bourbon is crafted using traditional pot still distillation, while the fig syrup is created by slowly cooking down fresh figs with sugar until they caramelize, resulting in a rich, complex sweetener that perfectly complements the whiskey's bold flavors.
This is a must have for any home bar
It was good. Definitely tasted fig, sweet, but not too sweet. Also good on ice cream, cheese cake, etc.
One of the best syrup, but might be little bit too caramelized? Like cooked little bit too much. But still the best fig syrup I knew.
This bottle is the third offering from Balcones that I've purchased and it succeeds at delivering a satisfying bourbon that still maintains the distinctive Balcones taste profile. And what, pray tell, is the distinctive Balcones taste profile? BIG flavor that is familiar but unexpected, and this four grain bourbon made with blue corn delivers.
The nose is full of brown sugar and dried fruit, with savory herbs lingering deep in the background; after sipping, maple syrup shows up on the nose upon later sniffing. The palate is super sweet and slightly funky like a dark pot still rum (but not banana funk; no banana here). The sweetness on the palate reminds me of "organic candies" that are sweetened with concentrated white grape juice. You definitely get some oak on the finish, but it's fairly mild.
I really enjoy this bourbon; it's got an nontraditional flavor profile that is still engaging and familiar while remaining distinctly Balcones.
is a necessary purchase, because they are used in countless cocktails and are irreplaceable.
