{"product_id":"cream-of-kentucky-bottlestork-single-barrel-750ml","title":"Cream Of Kentucky BottleStork Single Barrel 750ML","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCream Of Kentucky BottleStork Single Barrel 750ML\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis a cask strength Kentucky straight bourbon whiskey bottled at 59.6% ABV (119.2 proof) from a single selected cask. Drawn from Barrel 458 and bottled uncut and unfiltered, this private barrel selection delivers the full, undiluted character of the distillate without any blending across barrels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick Facts:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eABV: 59.6% (119.2 Proof)  |  Origin: Crestwood, Kentucky, USA  |  Cask Strength Single Barrel  |  Distillery: Kentucky Artisan Distillery\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eProduction \u0026amp; Heritage\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKentucky Artisan Distillery, located in Crestwood, Kentucky, produces Cream of Kentucky under its revived \"Double Rich\" philosophy — a focus on full flavor, bold proof, and craft authenticity that defined the brand's modern relaunch. This single barrel expression uses a corn-forward mashbill of 72% corn, 18% rye, and 10% malted barley, yielding a rich, sweet foundation balanced by noticeable rye spice. Barrel 458 was selected for its standout profile and bottled at cask strength without chill filtration or water reduction, preserving every nuance the aging process imparted.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe nose opens with rich caramel and toffee, building into layers of toasted oak and dried fruit. Deeper investigation reveals dark baking spice and a subtle leather accent that hints at the barrel's influence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe entry is immediately marked by milk chocolate and butterscotch, which transitions at mid-palate into graham cracker and vanilla. Sweet fruit flavors emerge and are held in check by a hearty oak and nut backbone, creating a balanced interplay between sweetness and tannic structure. At full cask strength, the mouthfeel is dense and coating without becoming aggressive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe finish is long and warming, recalling chocolate cream pie more than simple candy-bar sweetness. Toasty coconut lingers alongside residual caramel and a fade of dark spice that rewards patience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eHow to Drink Cream of Kentucky Single Barrel\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 119.2 proof, this bourbon benefits from a few drops of water to unlock its full aromatic complexity; tasting neat first is recommended to gauge the barrel's intensity before diluting. A large ice cube also works well, gradually opening the sweeter chocolate and coconut notes as it melts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOld Fashioned\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e— The rich caramel and butterscotch core stands up to bitters and sugar without losing definition at high proof.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBoulevardier\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e— Its chocolate and dried-fruit notes complement sweet vermouth and Campari, adding barrel depth to the classic template.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKentucky Mule\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e— The coconut and spice finish pairs naturally with ginger beer and fresh lime, making a robust variation on the mule format.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eBest For\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBarrel-proof bourbon enthusiasts exploring private selections\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdding a high-proof anchor to a home bourbon collection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGifting a whiskey collector who values single-barrel provenance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSide-by-side tastings comparing cask strength expressions from Kentucky craft distilleries\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does Cream of Kentucky Single Barrel taste like?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eIt leads with milk chocolate, butterscotch, and graham cracker, balanced by toasted oak and nut flavors. The finish is long and warming, with toasty coconut and a chocolate cream pie quality that distinguishes it from more one-dimensional sweet bourbons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does Cream of Kentucky Single Barrel compare to 1792 Aged 12 Years?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eBoth share a similar aged Kentucky bourbon profile, but the Cream of Kentucky Single Barrel is bottled at a significantly higher proof (119.2 vs. approximately 96.6 proof for 1792 Aged 12 Years). The 1792 Aged 12 Years is generally available at a lower price point, while this single barrel selection emphasizes uncut, unfiltered cask character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Cream of Kentucky Single Barrel good for sipping neat?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eYes, though its 119.2 proof means a few drops of water can help open up the chocolate, fruit, and coconut layers without diminishing intensity. Experienced cask-strength drinkers will find it approachable despite the high ABV.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere is Cream of Kentucky Single Barrel made?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eIt is produced at Kentucky Artisan Distillery in Crestwood, Kentucky, a small-production facility in Oldham County that focuses on craft bourbon and whiskey expressions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat foods pair well with Cream of Kentucky Single Barrel?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eDark chocolate truffles echo the bourbon's cocoa notes. Pecan pie mirrors its caramel and nut backbone. Smoked pork belly complements the oak and spice. Aged cheddar contrasts the sweetness with savory depth. Bread pudding with vanilla sauce highlights the butterscotch and graham cracker character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat sizes does Cream of Kentucky Single Barrel come in?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThis private barrel selection is available in the standard 750ml bottle size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Cream of Kentucky Single Barrel worth the price?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eIt positions as a premium single-barrel, cask-strength bourbon. The uncut, unfiltered bottling from a specifically chosen barrel offers a level of individuality and intensity that justifies its placement above standard-proof offerings in the category.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eWhy Cream of Kentucky Single Barrel?\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat sets this release apart is its identity as a true single-barrel, cask-strength bourbon — Barrel 458 was selected for its specific flavor profile and bottled without dilution or filtration. The 72% corn, 18% rye, 10% barley mashbill produces a rich sweetness that the high rye percentage keeps from becoming cloying, and the full 119.2 proof delivers every ounce of barrel influence to the glass. Within the Cream of Kentucky lineup, this private selection represents the most direct and uncompromised expression of what the distillery can produce. For drinkers who want to taste a barrel exactly as it matured — no blending, no water, no filtration — this bottling delivers that transparency.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Cream of Kentucky","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49499690729610,"sku":"41491","price":99.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0624\/7117\/6330\/files\/Cream_of_Kentucky_Single_barrel.jpg?v=1780589340","url":"https:\/\/bottlestork.com\/products\/cream-of-kentucky-bottlestork-single-barrel-750ml","provider":"BottleStork","version":"1.0","type":"link"}