Barrett's 20 Year Old Black Label Straight Pennsylvania Bourbon

Barrett's 20 Year Old Black Label Straight Pennsylvania Bourbon - Flask Fine Wine & Whisky
Barrett's 20 Year Old Black Label Straight Pennsylvania Bourbon - Flask Fine Wine & Whisky

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Distilled in Pennsylvania in 1969 and bottled at over 20 years of age around 1990 in San Jose at 101 Proof, this straight bourbon was aged in virgin oak cask and bottled by Barrett & Co. for the Japanese market. Aroma and palate are dominated by virgin oak influence; 101 Proof provides pronounced, warming intensity on the finish.

Barrett's 20 Year Old Black Label Straight Pennsylvania Bourbon

A rare 20-year-old straight bourbon whiskey. Distilled in Pennsylvania and bottled at a robust 101 proof, this expression offers an unparalleled journey into depth, complexity, and refined flavor.

 A profound and complex nose immediately greets you with rich caramel, dark chocolate, and toasted oak. Layers of dried fruit – think figs, dates, and stewed plums – intermingle with hints of worn leather, tobacco leaf, and a subtle undercurrent of rye spice. A gentle floral note, like dried roses, emerges with time, along with a whisper of aged parchment.

 The palate is remarkably smooth and full-bodied, coating the mouth with a velvety texture. Initial flavors of decadent toffee and vanilla bean give way to a wave of dark stone fruit and cherry cola. The 101 proof asserts itself beautifully, providing warmth without harshness, while notes of baking spices – cinnamon, nutmeg, and a touch of clove – build. A delicate earthiness, reminiscent of pipe tobacco and old growth forests, provides exceptional depth. There's a subtle nuttiness, perhaps roasted pecans, that adds another layer of complexity.

The finish is exceptionally long, warm, and evolving. It lingers with echoes of dark fruit, charred oak, and sweet spice. As it fades, notes of leather, espresso, and a faint dark chocolate bitterness emerge, leaving a delightful and contemplative aftertaste. The warmth persists, a testament to its age and proof.

Barrett's 20 Year Old Black Label Straight Pennsylvania Bourbon

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