Introducing our second collaboration on the Hirsch Single Barrel with t8ke. This release is eagerly anticipated and requires no introduction since 92% of the blend originates from a prestigious distillery in Bardstown (the name rhymes with ‘Smillett.’)
Barrel #GLD23021
Proof: 127.7
Blend:
Ratio
Age
Mashbill
92%
8 years 7 months
72% corn, 13% Rye, 15% Malted Barley
8%
3 years 7 months
74% corn, 18% Rye, 8% Malted Barley
Tasting Notes:
Nose: Figs, apricots (like a lot of them), orange peel, brown sugar, a flash of red pepper
Palate: explodes on the palate first into more apricot jam notes, then follows with allspice, red pepper.