Barrell Batch 036 Cask Strength Blended Straight Bourbon Whiskey 750mL

A multi-mashbill blend was created by combining full-bodied barrels with black cherry notes and oak-forward barrels with a nutty flavor profile. After these mingled, younger barrels with stone fruit and peppery highlights were added to the blend. Lastly, older barrels with notes of milk chocolate, cinnamon and pecans were carefully layered in. The result is an elegant bourbon that is opulent on the finish.

A satisfying nose of honey, fresh citrus, cherry jam, and snickerdoodles fuse with deeper notes of Kuromitsu and cinchona bark. Notes of caramel, chocolate and pecan pie warm up the palate before citrus zest and cherry cordial coalesce with a wave of pepper, cardamom, and cinnamon.

Blend Components:

• Indiana: 7.5, 8, & 10 years old
• Tennessee: 8 & 15 years old
• Kentucky: 9 years old

Derived Mash Bill:

• Corn: 79%
• Rye: 16%
• Malted Barley: 5%

Tasting Notes:

Appearance: Tawney.

Nose: The aroma starts with honey, lime, tangerine, and apricot, then evolves into cherry jam, Marcona almonds and buttermilk pancakes. Notes of Snickerdoodle cookies, Kuromitsu, chocolate mint, and a touch of cinchona bark emerge followed by subtle notes of fresh citrus.

Palate: The palate starts out rich with notes of caramel, cherry cola, pecan pie and chocolate torte, followed by citrus zest and cherry cordial. Hints of pepper and cardamom flicker throughout the mid and back palate followed by a dusting of cacao, Saigon cinnamon and oranges.

Finish: Cinnamon, white pepper, citrus zest, and cherry.

With water: The aroma expands to Hufsie spiced tea loaf, mead, brown butter cookies, and cinnamon doughnuts. The palate becomes more decadent with notes of salted caramel latte, baklava, and streusel. The finish coats your mouth with notes of cinnamon orange coffee cake and a touch of oak.

"Earlier this year, Barrell’s Barrel Proof Bourbon Batch 36 placed in the top three of our 'best new bourbons to buy this summer' list, and it’s remained high on our radar ever since. Frankly, this is one of the best batches of barrel-proof bourbon the brand has ever released" - Frank Dobbins III, Uproxx

"Caramel corn, apple pie, and powdered sugar-dusted funnel cake leap from the glass of this carnivalesque whiskey. However, it’s far from one note: The summery sweetness is balanced by musty leather, oak, and dried citrus aromas. The palate is bold, with sweet heat befitting its proof. Vanilla and hazelnut sweetness are kept in check by pepper and warming allspice. Batch 036 maintains its balance through the finish, where sweetness, spiciness, and oakiness all come together." - Shane English, Whisky Advocate (92 Points)

"Once again, it’s a high quality bourbon blend ..." - Drew Bread, Drinkhacker (92 Points)

"In conclusion, Barrell Bourbon Batch 036 impresses with its deep and rich nose, offering complex and fruity aromas of yellow cake with caramel icing, orange creamsicle, tropical banana, raisins, and oak. The palate delivers an intense burst of flavors, featuring cinnamon, cherry cola, corn syrup, citrus, dark waffles, walnuts, white pepper, caramel, cocoa, and oak. The finish is equally compelling with notes of cinnamon, white pepper, orange, leather, stone fruit, citrus, and oak. This bourbon’s great attack of flavor, rich and creamy texture, and overall complexity make it a standout choice and a solid value for enthusiasts seeking an intriguing and satisfying experience." - Matthew Evans, Whiskey Consensus (95 Points)

" There's no question that the Barrell team's blending is top-notch, and this release is another example of how to do it right. The nose and palate match perfectly and offer a well-balanced sip, ticking off all the boxes of good bourbon." - Jes Smyth, Amongst The Whiskey

"Back from nearly a year hiatus since their previous batch release, Barrell Craft Spirits brings a label redesign and delivers a consistently high quality blend with Batch 036." Nick Beiter, Breaking Bourbon