Calumet Single Rack Black 12 Year Old Kentucky Straight Bourbon is an ultra-rare release from Kentucky, USA, crafted in exceptionally small batches of just 19 barrels and bottled in individually numbered editions. Aged for 12 years and bottled at 102 proof (51% ABV), this bourbon is built from a traditional mash bill of 74% corn, 18% rye, and 8% malted barley, delivering both maturity and balance in every pour.
The nose opens with rich vanilla, aged oak, caramel, toasted wood, and a touch of spice. On the palate, layers of caramel, baking spice, smoky oak, toasted grain, and gentle rye warmth create a bold yet approachable profile, finishing long with lingering oak and classic Kentucky depth. Best enjoyed neat to showcase its age and structure, though a splash of water, a large ice cube, or premium whiskey cocktails like an Old Fashioned or Manhattan reveal new dimensions.