Heaven Hill Distillery introduced this week, the discharge of the primary nationwide Barrel Proof expression of Bernheim Authentic Kentucky Straight Wheat Whiskey, the primary wheat whiskey to make use of winter wheat as its major grain. This extension to the Bernheim model delivers extra depth of taste from seven to 9 full years of ageing. Pulled straight from the barrel and bottled with out chill filtration, Bernheim Barrel Proof wheat whiskey in its purest kind. Bernheim Barrel Proof will likely be a nationally allotted product which will likely be launched in batches, twice a yr. Every launch can have its personal distinctive batch quantity and proof which can differ from version to version.
Bernheim Barrel Proof is made with Heaven Hill’s Wheat Whiskey Mashbill which is comprised of 51% wheat, 37% corn, and 12% malted barley. The A223 batch of Barrel Proof is bottled at 118.8 proof or 59.4% by quantity.
Bottles of this launch will function the A223 batch quantity prominently on the entrance of every bottle subsequent to the Barrel Proof designation. The letter “A” represents the primary batch of the yr. The primary quantity represents the month of the discharge with 2 indicating February. Lastly, the final two digits point out the corresponding yr with 23 designating 2023. This launch is predicted to hit retailer cabinets by the top of February with a prompt retail worth of $64.99.
GSN’s Remarks: A excessive, tremendous, tight nostril with loads of caramel, oak and a smooth wheat aroma. Extremely easy entry on the palate with an exquisite sweetness that holds a powerhouse of taste courtesy of the close to 60% ABV. The flavors are cohesive, and considerably delicate, with notes of milk caramel, sourdough toast, apple compote, nut bread and a penetrating oakiness. With a splash of water, issues speak in confidence to reveal a extra welcoming greeting on the tongue, however retain their integration. The end is kind of lengthy with woody notes main the retreat. We advocate this new expression extremely for lovers of wheat-based whiskies. GSN Score: A
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