R6 Distillery Straight Bourbon Whiskey

Appearance: R6 Distillery Straight Bourbon Whiskey presents itself with a rich, deep amber hue, inviting anticipation of the sensory journey to come. Swirling in the glass, its legs slowly cascade, indicating a well-aged spirit of impressive viscosity. Nose: The aroma is a harmonious blend of caramel and vanilla, immediately capturing the essence of the charred American oak barrels in which it matured. Subtle notes of dried fruits, such as apricot and fig, intertwine with a delicate hint of cinnamon, promising a balanced and inviting olfactory experience. Palate: The first sip introduces a velvety texture and a burst of sweetness reminiscent of brown sugar and maple. Rye's spice unfolds gracefully, adding layers of complexity to the palate. The interplay of corn and barley contributes to a robust flavor profile, with undertones of toffee and a gentle warmth that resonates throughout. Finish: R6 Distillery Straight Bourbon Whiskey concludes with a satisfying, lingering finish. Oaky undertones persist, accompanied by a subtle peppery spice that adds a touch of intrigue. The finish is remarkably smooth, leaving behind a memory of well-balanced sweetness and a gentle reminder of the bourbon's meticulous aging process.

Bourbon distillation is the process of purifying the bourbon by heating and vaporizing it. The vapor, once condensed, is collected to obtain a purer and more concentrated alcoholic substance. Most distillers put bourbon through distillation twice. In the first step, the bourbon goes through column stills.The primary requirement that defines bourbon as straight is if the distillate has spent a minimum of two years stored in new charred oak barrels. The only exception to this rule is corn whiskey, which is aged in uncharred or used oak barrels. During the aging process, Bourbon oxidizes and penetrates the wood.
Straight whiskey (or straight whisky), as defined in United States law, is whiskey that is distilled from a fermented (malted or unmalted) cereal grain mash to a concentration not exceeding 80% alcohol by volume (abv) and aged in new charred oak barrels for at least two years at a concentration not exceeding 62.5% at ...
A distillery makes hard alcohol like whiskey, gin, vodka, rum, etc. The process of making distilled spirits starts off much of the same as making beer. We start by combining some basic ingredients such as grains, yeast & water. Of course each product's recipe varies.Whiskey is a distilled alcoholic beverage made of fermented grains. Different grains are used, including barley, corn, rye, and wheat and all result in a different flavor or kind of whiskey. Whiskeys are also aged in wooden casks, which are sometimes new or sometimes used casks from other alcohol aging.

Size: 750 mL

Proof: 43%
*Please note that the ABV may vary