Size: 750ML

Proof: 127.2

Bardstown Bourbon Company Liquor Lineup Store Pick

 Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey | Toasted Cherry Wood & Oak Finish | Single Barrel 127.2 Proof (63.6% ABV)

A Rare, High-Proof Rye with a Toasted Twist

This Liquor Lineup exclusive store pick from the Bardstown Bourbon Company is a bold statement in rye craftsmanship a 6-year-old Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey (95% rye, 5% malted barley) finished in a custom-toasted cherry wood and oak barrel. Bottled at an unapologetic barrel strength of 127.2 proof, it’s a high-octane, flavor-packed pour that pushes rye whiskey into a whole new dimension.

Tasting Notes

•  Appearance: Deep mahogany with copper flashes thick, oily legs cling to the glass, hinting at its full-bodied nature.
• Nose: A vibrant burst of dark cherry, spiced cocoa, and candied pecans, wrapped in a warming halo of toasted oak and subtle campfire smoke.
• Palate: Explosive rye spice leads black pepper, clove, and cinnamon tempered by layers of maraschino syrup, caramelized brown sugar, dark chocolate, and roasted almonds. The toasted cherry wood imparts a red-fruit brightness, while the oak rounds it with deep vanilla and char.
• Finish: Long, warming, and complex—rye spice and cherry compote linger, gradually giving way to sweet tobacco, baking spice, and a whisper of smoky cocoa.

Serving Suggestions

Neat To fully experience the layers of spice, fruit, and toasted wood complexity.

• With a Single Large Cube Opens up sweeter tones, allowing the cherry and vanilla to shine.
• Signature Cocktail  “Smoked Cherry Manhattan”
  
• 2 oz Bardstown Liquor Lineup Rye (Toasted Cherry/Oak Finish)
• 0.5 oz Carpano Antica Formula vermouth
• 2 dashes chocolate bitters
• Stir with ice, strain into a coupe, garnish with a Luxardo cherry and a light cherry wood smoke rinse. 

Why This Bottle Matters

 This single barrel selection is a true collector’s pour a one-of-a-kind expression you’ll never see replicated. It’s not just a rye; it’s a masterclass in boldness and innovation, balancing intense spice, rich fruit, and elegant toasted wood character. For fans of high-proof whiskey and unique barrel finishes, this is an absolute must-have.