Barrell Craft Spirits (BCS), the original independent blender of unique aged, cask strength whiskey since 2013, recently launched the third offering in its Barrell Bourbon Cask Finish Series: Mizunara. The first two bourbon blends, which launched last Fall, included Amburana and A Tale of Two Islands Rum Finish.
For the newest expression, the BCS blending team created a blend of Indiana (6, 7, and 9-year), Kentucky (8-year) and Tennessee (8 & 14-year) bourbon whiskeys featuring multiple mash bills. The blend was then further matured in Mizunara casks for one and a half years and bottled at cask strength (116.42 proof) in Kentucky with a derived mash bill of corn (76%), rye (20%) and malted barley (4%).
Casks made from rare Mizunara hardwood are a true work of art. The wood is meticulously cut, and the barrels carefully raised due to the wood’s characteristics. Mizunara finishing imparts subtle notes of sandalwood, herbal spice, and coconut to bourbon, and precision is required to craft a harmonious blend.
The new expression is available for purchase online via the BCS website and in select retailers for the suggested retail price of $89.99 per 750ml bottle.
GSN’s Remarks: The Mizunara scent greets the nose with an exotic sensibility that puts me in mind of a visit to an Indian spice market. The Mizunara adds an evocative, introspective perfume totally in keeping with the bourbon’s typical corn forward nose. On the tongue, the spices continue with peppery, dry and brisk high notes. The flavors end up towards the back of the palate, and create a slight tingling sensation in the mouth. The body is medium-light, while the finish is extra long, ending on a woody flourish. Nice to see Barrell continuing to experiment with unusual hardwoods. GSN Rating: A
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