Henry McKenna 10 Year Single Barrel Bottled in Bond Bourbon

Henry McKenna 10 Year Single Barrel Bottled in Bond Bourbon shines when sipped neat or with a splash of water to open up its complex flavors, though it also makes an excellent base for classic whiskey cocktails. This robust bourbon is perfect for cool autumn evenings, pairing wonderfully with hearty dishes like grilled steaks, smoked brisket, or rich, chocolate desserts that complement its oak and spice notes.

Nose: Rich oak and vanilla dominate, followed by hints of caramel and baking spices. A subtle touch of dried fruit and leather emerges with time.

Palate: Full-bodied and warming. Toasted oak and honey sweetness lead, complemented by cinnamon, nutmeg, and black pepper. Notes of corn bread and a slight nuttiness add depth. The high proof brings a pleasant warmth without overwhelming heat.

Finish: Long and satisfying. The spices linger, accompanied by a touch of dark chocolate and charred oak. A subtle mint note appears at the very end, leaving a refreshing coolness on the palate.

Henry McKenna 10 Year Single Barrel Bottled in Bond Bourbon is crafted using a traditional sour mash process and aged for a full decade in new, charred American oak barrels. What's particularly interesting is that each bottle comes from a single barrel hand-selected by Heaven Hill's master distillers, ensuring a unique flavor profile while still adhering to the strict Bottled in Bond requirements of being aged for at least four years and bottled at 100 proof.

• Despite winning "Best in Show Whiskey" at the prestigious San Francisco World Spirits Competition in 2019, Henry McKenna 10 Year remains one of the most affordable age-stated, single barrel bourbons on the market, often priced under $60.
• Each bottle of Henry McKenna 10 Year comes from a single barrel that's been aged for a full decade, yet remarkably, Heaven Hill manages to maintain consistent quality across barrels - a feat that's incredibly challenging for a single barrel bourbon with such long aging.
• The bourbon is named after an Irish immigrant who adapted his family's whiskey recipe to work with Kentucky grains in the 1850s, making it one of the few American whiskeys with direct ties to Irish distilling heritage.