Frequently Asked Questions
Discover the bold character of Nashville Barrel Company 6 Years Old Small Batch Cask Strength Straight Bourbon Whiskey—a true celebration of Tennessee craftsmanship. Bottled at cask strength to preserve its robust flavor, this small batch bourbon delivers an intense sensory experience, featuring enticing notes of vanilla, caramel, orange, and chocolate on the nose, followed by a palate of sweet toasted wood, rich cocoa, coffee, black pepper, and hints of leather. Each sip reveals a well-balanced complexity, evolving beautifully as it opens up in your glass. Perfect for bourbon enthusiasts seeking exceptional depth and smoothness, this whiskey honors Nashville’s tradition of quality and innovation in every pour.
Process & Profile
Nashville Barrel Company curates its small batch bourbons by meticulously selecting and blending barrels from the renowned MGP distillery, using a mash bill of 75% corn, 21% rye, and 4% malted barley. Each batch is aged for 6 years in new charred American oak casks, developing richness and complexity. Bottled at cask strength (typically around 57-58% ABV), this bourbon preserves the intense flavors and aromas that only a true small batch, uncut whiskey can deliver.Tasting Notes
- Nose: Opens with decadent notes of vanilla, caramel, bright orange, and a hint of chocolate, inviting you in with layered sweetness and subtle complexity.
- Palate: The first sip delivers a robust punch, unfolding into sweet toasted wood, rich coffee, cocoa, and warming spices. Black pepper and leather add depth, while the whiskey evolves into a lush, full-bodied experience after a few minutes in the glass.
- Finish: Lingering and satisfying, with a balance of spice and sweetness that showcases the whiskey’s natural cask strength power.
What Makes It Special
- Limited Small Batch: Crafted in small quantities, each batch highlights unique characteristics from its hand-selected barrels, ensuring no two releases are exactly alike.
- Cask Strength Authenticity: Bottled straight from the barrel without dilution, this bourbon offers an undiluted expression of its origin, perfect for those who appreciate the unfiltered experience.
- Nashville Heritage: Blended and bottled in the heart of Music City, celebrating both traditional techniques and a spirit of innovation that’s earned Nashville Barrel Company national acclaim.
- Strict Age Statement: A full 6 years aging allows for depth, maturity, and a harmonious balance of wood and grain flavors.
How to Enjoy
- Neat: Sip slowly to discover the evolution of flavors as it opens up in your glass.
- With Water or Ice: A few drops of water or a single large ice cube can unlock more aromatic complexity and tame the bourbon’s high proof.
- Classic Cocktails: Elevate your Old Fashioned or Manhattan with the whiskey’s bold character and cask strength punch.
- Tasting Flights: Compare with other Nashville Barrel Company expressions to fully appreciate the nuances that barrel selection and aging impart.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the origin of Nashville Barrel Company bourbon?
Nashville Barrel Company sources its bourbon from Midwest Grain Products (MGP) in Indiana. It is a non-distiller producer, meaning they select, blend, and bottle barrels produced elsewhere but do not distill the whiskey themselves.
How old is the Small Batch Cask Strength Straight Bourbon Whiskey?
This bourbon is aged for six years, offering a mature flavor profile within the 5–8 year range often associated with Nashville Barrel Company releases.
What is meant by “Cask Strength”?
“Cask Strength” means the bourbon is bottled directly from the barrel without dilution, resulting in a higher alcohol content compared to most whiskeys on the market. For example, some batches have been bottled at 57.72% ABV (alcohol by volume).
What is the mash bill for this bourbon?
The typical mash bill used for their 5 and 6 year old releases is 75% corn, 21% rye, and 4% malted barley. This creates a classic bourbon profile with a balance of sweetness and spice.
How is the flavor profile described?
The bourbon tends to feature a traditional nose with hints of strawberries, vanilla, and caramel. On the palate, expect rich vanilla, candied notes, and complexity that reflects its age and high proof.
Is this bourbon blended or single barrel?
The 6 Years Old Small Batch Cask Strength is generally a blend of carefully selected barrels, typically small batches from MGP, rather than a single barrel selection.
Where is it bottled?
All blending and bottling occur at Nashville Barrel Company’s facility in Nashville, Tennessee.
What size is the bottle?
The bourbon is typically available in a standard 750ml bottle.
Is this whiskey available for purchase outside the tasting room?
While some releases are available at retail, many special bourbon batches are exclusive to the tasting room or selected for specific retailers or bars.
What kind of casks are used for aging?
This bourbon is aged in new charred American oak barrels, in line with bourbon regulations and to impart the classic sweet and toasty bourbon character.
Can I visit or tour the Nashville Barrel Company?
Yes, Nashville Barrel Company offers a variety of tasting experiences and tours at their Nashville location, including guided tastings, whiskey flights, and opportunities to blend or bottle your own whiskey.
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