Evan Williams Single Barrel Vintage Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey 750ml
Evan Williams Single Barrel Vintage is the only widely available vintage-dated single barrel bourbon on the market, hand-selected annually by Heaven Hill's master distiller. Similar to how vintage wines are chosen, each bottle is marked with the exact date the bourbon was put into oak, the year it was bottled, and the serial number of the individual barrel it was drawn from, crafted from Heaven Hill's traditional mash bill of 78 percent corn, 10 percent rye, and 12 percent malted barley.
Specs
- Distillery: Heaven Hill, Bardstown, Kentucky
- Mash Bill: 78% corn, 10% rye, 12% malted barley
- Aging: Approximately 7-10 years, varies by vintage
- ABV: 43.3% (86.6 Proof)
- Size: 750ml
Tasting Notes
- Nose: Caramel, toasted oak, charred wood, and sweet honey
- Palate: Oak spice, vanilla, baked apple, orange peel, and warm baking spices
- Finish: Long and elegant, layered with sweet oak, spice, and dried fruit
Since every vintage comes from a single, individually selected barrel, flavor profiles shift subtly year to year, making this a favorite among collectors who track and compare vintages side by side. Best enjoyed neat, though a splash of water or large ice cube can open up the oak and spice layers further.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Evan Williams Single Barrel Vintage taste like?
Caramel and toasted oak on the nose, with vanilla, baked apple, and baking spices on the palate, finishing long with sweet oak and dried fruit.
Why is it called "vintage"?
Each bottle is marked with the exact barreling date, bottling year, and barrel number, similar to how vintage wines are dated, and flavor varies slightly from year to year.
How old is Evan Williams Single Barrel Vintage?
Typically 7 to 10 years, depending on the specific vintage.
Evan Williams Single Barrel Vintage is the only widely available vintage-dated single barrel bourbon on the market, hand-selected annually by Heaven Hill's master distiller. Similar to how vintage wines are chosen, each bottle is marked with the exact date the bourbon was put into oak, the year it was bottled, and the serial number of the individual barrel it was drawn from, crafted from Heaven Hill's traditional mash bill of 78 percent corn, 10 percent rye, and 12 percent malted barley.
Specs
- Distillery: Heaven Hill, Bardstown, Kentucky
- Mash Bill: 78% corn, 10% rye, 12% malted barley
- Aging: Approximately 7-10 years, varies by vintage
- ABV: 43.3% (86.6 Proof)
- Size: 750ml
Tasting Notes
- Nose: Caramel, toasted oak, charred wood, and sweet honey
- Palate: Oak spice, vanilla, baked apple, orange peel, and warm baking spices
- Finish: Long and elegant, layered with sweet oak, spice, and dried fruit
Since every vintage comes from a single, individually selected barrel, flavor profiles shift subtly year to year, making this a favorite among collectors who track and compare vintages side by side. Best enjoyed neat, though a splash of water or large ice cube can open up the oak and spice layers further.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Evan Williams Single Barrel Vintage taste like?
Caramel and toasted oak on the nose, with vanilla, baked apple, and baking spices on the palate, finishing long with sweet oak and dried fruit.
Why is it called "vintage"?
Each bottle is marked with the exact barreling date, bottling year, and barrel number, similar to how vintage wines are dated, and flavor varies slightly from year to year.
How old is Evan Williams Single Barrel Vintage?
Typically 7 to 10 years, depending on the specific vintage.
