Right here at Drinkhacker we’ve beforehand lined Calumet “Single Rack Black” at 15 years outdated, which hit in 2021. Now, the whiskey’s a yr older, and the label has been up to date appropriately.
On the time Monica famous two issues that proceed to be true – the corporate behind this expression isn’t very well-known and presents little in the best way of differentiating between their two premium bourbon manufacturers. For the Calumet Farm model, Western Spirits Beverage Firm has been releasing an assortment of well-aged merchandise from what we’re advised is, “a big non-public inventory of premium Kentucky straight bourbon whiskey.” One can surmise that their inventory is certainly giant as they use the identical line when describing Sam Houston Bourbon Whiskey, their different premium bourbon model, in addition to within the web site copy for the flavored Fowl Canine Whiskey line.
We are able to additional assume that enormous non-public inventory comes from Barton 1792, although it isn’t acknowledged outright, because of the truth the label for Calumet 16 says it was “distilled and aged in Bardstown, Kentucky.” Moreover, this expression shares a mashbill with Barton 1792: 74% corn, 18% rye, and eight% malted barley. With that slight little bit of sleuthing out of the best way, we are able to dispense with a number of the extra available info. Calumet 16 Years Previous is the oldest expression in what’s being billed because the Single Rack Black lineup – a grouping of Calumet Farm’s highest age acknowledged releases. All of those releases are 19-barrel batches from a single, center-cut rack contained in the rickhouse. Moreover, every launch, save for the 12 yr outdated expression, is bottled with out chill filtration for “added depth of character.”
Thirsty from my time spent parsing these particulars and skimming the again label, the place a historical past lesson on Calumet Farm’s second Triple Crown successful horse could be discovered, I used to be instantly met by a distinct type of winner. If this nostril is supposed to be indicative of the candy odor of success, then bourbon fanatics might be happy as notes of wealthy leather-based, contemporary tobacco leaf, heat caramel, and imposing oak waft out of the glass. To not be outdone by the primary wave of aromas, a crest of brandied cherries arrives after which recedes with a splash of cinnamon and vanilla frosting in its wake. I’d be remiss if I didn’t point out that this all continues to evolve within the glass because the indications of age (leather-based, oak, and tarragon) change into extra distinguished and invite an aroma of mango dashed with paprika, salt, and lime to hitch them in the end.
As soon as on the lips, the race has already been gained as polished oak and caramel lay a thick layer of sweetness over the palate whereas hints of tobacco leaf and the aforementioned cooked cherry flavors emerge. With the best quantity of warmth for such a well-aged expression, a prolonged end offers lots to take pleasure in: pink pepper flakes mingling with cracked black pepper and candy vanilla lengthy after every sip has dissipated. Although I don’t know a lot about Western Spirits Beverage Firm, I do know that in any race it’s advisable to complete sturdy. I’m happy to say Calumet 16 comes out of the gate with vigor and finishes simply the way it begins.
106 proof.
A / $150 / calumetbourbon.com
Calumet Farm Bourbon 16 Years Previous Single Rack Black
$150
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