Barrell Foundation Double Barrel 5 Year Old Straight Bourbon comes out of Louisville, Kentucky, where Barrell Craft Spirits built its reputation on fearless blending and flavor-first decisions. Aged five years and finished in new American oak, this bourbon leans into a classic mash bill led by corn with a notable rye presence and malted barley for balance, then bottled at a confident 50% ABV that carries weight without overpowering.
The nose opens with caramel, milk chocolate, baked apple, and orange peel, layered with cinnamon, nutmeg, honey-roasted nuts, and a touch of leather. On the palate it drinks warm and creamy, bringing dark chocolate, cherry, toasted marshmallow, coffee, and subtle mint, all wrapped in gentle spice. The finish lingers with vanilla, white pepper, and soft oak sweetness.
Best enjoyed neat to appreciate its depth, though a single cube softens the spice and highlights the dessert-like notes, while it also stands strong in a bold Old Fashioned for bourbon-forward cocktails.