2021 Shenk’s Homestead Small Batch Kentucky Sour Mash Whiskey 750ml

The2021 Shenk’s Homestead Small Batch Kentucky Sour Mash Whiskeyis a limited-release American whiskey, known for its complex character derived partly from aging in custom charred and toasted Chinquapin oak barrels. It is no longer widely available at its original retail price but can still be found through various online retailers.

The 2021 release is described as being a rich and full-bodied whiskey, made with a “substantial amount of rye”.

Tasting Notes:

• Nose: It has complex and inviting aromas ofbrown sugar, baking spice, and fresh citrus. Reviewers also found notes of toasted oak, red fruit, black pepper, and cinnamon.
• Palate: The palate follows the nose withsweet caramel, nutmeg, cloves, and dried fruit. Other reviewers found notes of brown sugar syrup over stewed red fruit, dry cacao powder, white pepper, and herbaceous rye.
• Finish: The finish is described as smooth and elegant with lingering notes ofcitrus. It also offers lingering rye and tannic spice, dark chocolate, warm toasted oak, and a “warming KY hug”.

Size: 750ml

Proof: 91.2 (45.6% ABV)

Origin: Kentucky

Distillery: Shenk’s Homestead