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Learn MoreExperience the bold elegance of Calumet Farm 10 Year Old Single Rack Black Bourbon Whiskey, a meticulously crafted spirit that embodies the heart of Kentucky bourbon tradition. Non-chill filtered and bottled at 100 proof, this bourbon is aged to perfection in a single, center-cut rack, ensuring unparalleled depth and complexity. With a high-rye mash bill of 74% corn, 18% rye, and 8% malted barley, it offers a robust palate featuring rich notes of caramel, leather, toasted honey, and wood char, complemented by a captivating finish of oak and soft baking spices. Inspired by the legendary thoroughbred sire Bull Lea, this bourbon pays homage to Calumet Farm's heritage while delivering a smooth, luxurious sipping experience for connoisseurs and newcomers alike.
Process & Profile
Calumet Farm 10 Year Old Bourbon is crafted using a meticulous process that reflects Kentucky's rich bourbon-making traditions:- Mash Bill: A high-rye blend of 74% corn, 18% rye, and 8% malted barley delivers bold yet smooth flavors.
- Aging: Aged for a decade in new American white oak barrels with a heavy #4 char, this whiskey develops complex flavors through seasonal temperature fluctuations in non-climate-controlled rickhouses.
- Small Batch Production: Each batch consists of only 19 barrels from the "center cut" of the rickhouse, ensuring optimal maturation conditions and flavor consistency.
- Filtration: Non-chill filtered to retain rich character and depth.
Tasting Notes
Calumet Farm 10 Year Old Bourbon delivers a multi-dimensional flavor journey:- Nose: Layers of caramel and vanilla intertwine with bold oak and subtle tannic notes.
- Palate: A luxurious medley of toasted honey, caramel, leather, and wood char, accented with baking spices and a hint of sweetness.
- Finish: Long and captivating, with robust oak, warm spices, and a touch of toasted caramel lingering gracefully.
What Makes It Special
- Single Rack Black Program: The use of barrels from a single, center-cut rack ensures consistent quality and flavor, making each bottle a testament to careful craftsmanship.
- Legacy of Excellence: Named in honor of Bull Lea, the legendary sire that shaped Calumet Farm's storied success in thoroughbred racing, this bourbon carries a heritage of winning spirit.
- High-Rye Mash: The elevated rye content adds a distinctive, spicy edge that complements the sweetness of the corn.
How to Enjoy
Calumet Farm 10 Year Old Bourbon is incredibly versatile. Here are a few ways to fully experience its flavors:- Neat: Savor every nuance by sipping from a Glencairn glass at room temperature.
- On the Rocks: A few ice cubes slightly open up the notes of caramel and vanilla.
- Classic Cocktails: Makes a stunning base for an Old Fashioned or Manhattan, where its bold flavors shine.
- Pairing: Enhance your tasting experience by pairing it with dark chocolate, caramel desserts, or a fine cigar.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the flavor profile of Calumet Farm 10 Year Old Single Rack Black Bourbon Whiskey?
This bourbon boasts a rich flavor profile with notes of caramel, vanilla, and toasted oak, enhanced by hints of baking spices and dark fruit. It has a smooth, velvety texture and a long, elegant finish with warmth and refined complexity.
What is the mash bill composition of this bourbon?
The mash bill consists of 74% corn, 18% rye, and 8% malted barley, qualifying it as a traditional "high rye" bourbon. This composition creates a bold yet smooth flavor that works well neat, on the rocks, or in cocktails.
How is Calumet Farm 10 Year Old Bourbon aged?
The bourbon is aged for a full decade in deeply charred American oak barrels. The barrels are part of small 50-barrel batches, ensuring a consistent and robust flavor profile. It is non-chill filtered to preserve its bold character.
What proof is Calumet Farm 10 Year Old Bourbon?
This bourbon is bottled at 100 proof (50% ABV), striking a balance between potency and smoothness, making it perfect for savoring neat or in premium cocktails.
What makes the "Single Rack Black" designation special?
The "Single Rack Black" program involves selecting barrels from a single, center-cut rack located in the ideal aging conditions within the rickhouse. This process ensures optimal maturation and depth of flavor.
Where is Calumet Farm Bourbon distilled and bottled?
The bourbon is distilled and aged in Kentucky, the heartland of bourbon production. It is then bottled by Three Springs Bottling Company in Bowling Green, Kentucky.
Can I use Calumet Farm 10 Year Old Bourbon for cocktails?
Yes, its balanced and robust flavor profile makes it an excellent choice for premium cocktails. However, it is also a standout when enjoyed neat or on the rocks.
Is Calumet Farm 10 Year Old Bourbon associated with the famous Calumet Farm?
Yes, the bourbon is named after Calumet Farm, a renowned thoroughbred horse farm known for breeding legendary racehorses. The bourbon honors this legacy of excellence with its premium quality and craftsmanship.
How should I enjoy this bourbon for the best experience?
To fully enjoy its complexity, it is recommended to sip Calumet Farm 10 Year Old Bourbon neat, in a Glencairn glass, allowing it to breathe for about 15 minutes. Its flavors also shine when paired with complementary foods or cigars.
Is this bourbon available for shipping?
Yes, Calumet Farm 10 Year Old Bourbon can be shipped to various locations, but shipping restrictions apply in some states. Ensure compliance with state alcohol shipment laws when placing your order.
Calumet Farm 10 Year Old Single Rack Black Bourbon Whiskey — Frequently Asked Questions
What does “single rack” actually mean on this bottle?
A rickhouse is divided into ricks — the wooden racks that hold barrels — and every rick sits at a slightly different height and temperature. Calumet Farm draws this release from barrels on a single rack in a single warehouse, so the whiskey shares one maturation environment instead of being averaged across a whole building. It sits between a small batch and a true single barrel in terms of consistency and character. We explain the difference between those two labels in Single Barrel vs. Small Batch.
How old is it and what proof?
Ten years, bottled at 96 proof. That is an unusually specific combination — old enough that the oak has fully taken hold, and proofed high enough to carry it without needing water. Double-digit age statements at this price have become rare; our guide to reading a bourbon label covers why an age statement is one of the few claims on a bottle that is legally enforceable.
What does it taste like?
Dried fig and dark brown sugar up front, then leather, tobacco leaf and a dusty old-school oak character on the mid-palate. The finish is long and dry rather than sweet. It rewards a few minutes of air — pour it and let it sit before the first sip. Neat or over one large cube; it does not need a small-ice highball.
Is Calumet Farm connected to the horse farm?
Yes. Calumet Farm is one of the most decorated thoroughbred operations in American racing history, based in Lexington, Kentucky, and the whiskey carries the name and the devil-red-and-blue silks. The bourbon itself is produced under the Western Spirits umbrella in Bardstown. The connection is licensing rather than a farm distillery, which is common in Kentucky and not a knock on the liquid.
What should I compare it to?
Henry McKenna 10 Year Single Barrel Bourbon ($98.99) is the closest cross-shop — also ten years old, also drawn narrowly, but bottled in bond at 100 proof and from a single barrel rather than a single rack. Knob Creek 12 Year Bourbon Whiskey ($79.99) goes two years older and heavier on the oak. Both sit in our Bourbon collection.
Is this a good gift bottle?
It is one of the better ones under $100. The age statement gives it obvious credibility, the racing connection makes it a natural gift for anyone with a Kentucky Derby habit, and the presentation is handsome without being gaudy. It is also different enough from the usual gift-shelf bourbons that the recipient probably does not already own it.
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