Big House Straight Bourbon Whiskey

Description

Whiskey: Big House Straight Bourbon

The mash bill consists of 60% corn, 35% rye, and 5% malted barley, which is why this bourbon is a favorite amongst many whiskey lovers. It’s aged for at least 6 years in charred American white oak casks and bottled at 45% abv.

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Size: 750ML

Proof: 90 (45% ABV)

Origin: United States

Distillery: Buffalo Trace distillery

Big House Bourbon is sourced from MPG of Indiana (aka Lawrenceburg Distillers of Indiana) and a product of Underdog Wine & Spirits, a large producer of wines and spirits based out of Livermore, California. The mash bill consists of 60% corn, 35% rye, and 5% malted barley, which is why this bourbon is considered a “high-rye” whiskey. It’s aged for at least 6 years in charred, American white oak casks and bottled at 45% abv.

Big House Straight Bourbon Whiskey Tasting Notes

Nose: There’s a distinct aroma of sawdust on the nose of this bourbon.

Palate: The palate is rye forward, with a background of dark chocolate covered cherries, baking spices, and salty nuts.

Finish:The finish is remarkably long and spicy and recalls fresh black peppercorns.

Distillery Information

Buffalo Trace Distillery is a distillery in Frankfort, Kentucky, that is owned by the Sazerac Company. It has historically been known by several names, including the George T. Stagg Distillery and the Old Fire Copper (O.F.C.) Distillery. Its namesake bourbon brand, Buffalo Trace Kentucky Straight Bourbon whiskey, was introduced in August 1999. The company claims the distillery is the oldest continuously-operating distillery in the United States. The company says the name “Buffalo Trace” refers to an ancient buffalo crossing on the banks of the Kentucky River in Franklin County, Kentucky. The Sazerac Company purchased the distillery in 1992.