{"product_id":"lasso-motel-8-years-old-wheated-straight-bourbon","title":"Lasso Motel 8 Years Old Wheated Straight Bourbon","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLasso Motel 8 Years Old Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey\u003c\/strong\u003e is a mature, full-bodied Kentucky whiskey that combines rich fruit, dark caramel sweetness, seasoned oak, and warming spice. Distilled at \u003cstrong\u003eBarton 1792 Distillery in Bardstown, Kentucky\u003c\/strong\u003e, it is aged for \u003cstrong\u003e8 years\u003c\/strong\u003e and bottled at a robust \u003cstrong\u003e100 proof (50% ABV)\u003c\/strong\u003e. With a mash bill of \u003cstrong\u003e75% corn, 21% rye, and 4% malted barley\u003c\/strong\u003e, this expression delivers ripe cherry, candied butterscotch, tobacco, citrus, vanilla, and pepper in a polished yet assertive style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProcess \u0026amp; Profile\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe whiskey is distilled in Kentucky at \u003cstrong\u003eBarton 1792 Distillery\u003c\/strong\u003e and matured for a full \u003cstrong\u003eeight years\u003c\/strong\u003e, giving the spirit substantially more time to integrate with the barrel than younger expressions in the Lasso Motel range. Extended aging builds deeper caramelized sweetness, dark fruit, oak, tobacco, and spice while maintaining enough freshness to keep the whiskey lively.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts mash bill consists of \u003cstrong\u003e75% corn, 21% rye, and 4% malted barley\u003c\/strong\u003e. Corn supplies the bourbon’s core sweetness, while the relatively high rye content brings black pepper, baking spice, and structure. Malted barley rounds the grain profile and contributes subtle toasted character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the nose, the official retail profile centers on \u003cstrong\u003eripe cherry, candied butterscotch, and tobacco\u003c\/strong\u003e. Additional tasting notes reveal layers of dark caramel, brown sugar, vanilla, almond, cranberry, prune, and orange peel, creating an aromatic profile that is both sweet and mature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe palate opens with \u003cstrong\u003eripe cherry and dark fruit\u003c\/strong\u003e, followed by fresh citrus, caramelized sugar, vanilla, and mature oak. As the whiskey develops, black pepper and baking spice become more pronounced, balancing the sweeter cherry and butterscotch character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe finish is long and warming, with \u003cstrong\u003epeppery vanilla, tobacco leaf, dark chocolate, barrel char, and seasoned oak\u003c\/strong\u003e lingering after the fruit begins to fade. At 100 proof, it carries substantial structure while remaining balanced enough for slow sipping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat makes \u003cstrong\u003eLasso Motel 8 Years Old Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey\u003c\/strong\u003e especially compelling is its combination of \u003cstrong\u003eeight-year maturation, respected Barton 1792 distillation, a rye-forward 21% secondary grain component, and 100-proof bottling strength\u003c\/strong\u003e. The whiskey earned \u003cstrong\u003e92 points and a Gold Medal from Tastings.com\u003c\/strong\u003e, which highlighted its dark chocolate caramel, honey, praline, cherry, espresso, and spice character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEnjoy it \u003cstrong\u003eneat\u003c\/strong\u003e to appreciate the full cherry, caramel, tobacco, and oak profile, or over a large cube for a softer, slowly evolving pour. Its mature fruit and 100-proof structure also make it an excellent choice for a premium Old Fashioned or Manhattan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is Lasso Motel 8 Years Old Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is an \u003cstrong\u003e8-year-old Kentucky whiskey\u003c\/strong\u003e distilled at Barton 1792 Distillery and bottled at \u003cstrong\u003e100 proof \/ 50% ABV\u003c\/strong\u003e. It offers a mature bourbon-style profile centered on dark fruit, caramel, oak, tobacco, and spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat are the key specs of Lasso Motel 8 Year?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe whiskey is aged \u003cstrong\u003e8 years\u003c\/strong\u003e, bottled at \u003cstrong\u003e100 proof \/ 50% ABV\u003c\/strong\u003e, and typically presented in a \u003cstrong\u003e750ml bottle\u003c\/strong\u003e. Its mash bill is \u003cstrong\u003e75% corn, 21% rye, and 4% malted barley\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Lasso Motel 8 Year a wheated bourbon?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. The current 8-Year expression uses \u003cstrong\u003e21% rye\u003c\/strong\u003e, not wheat. Lasso Motel’s separate \u003cstrong\u003e4-Year Wheated Kentucky Straight Bourbon\u003c\/strong\u003e uses a mash bill of \u003cstrong\u003e70% corn, 21% wheat, and 9% malted barley\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat flavors characterize Lasso Motel 8 Year?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eExpect \u003cstrong\u003eripe cherry, candied butterscotch, tobacco, caramel, brown sugar, vanilla, citrus peel, dark chocolate, black pepper, baking spice, and mature oak\u003c\/strong\u003e, followed by a long warming finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat makes Lasso Motel 8 Years Old special?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIts distinction comes from the combination of \u003cstrong\u003eeight years of Kentucky maturation, Barton 1792 provenance, a 21% rye mash bill, and a full 100-proof bottling strength\u003c\/strong\u003e. The result balances mature oak and spice with rich cherry, caramel, vanilla, chocolate, and tobacco character.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Los Andes - FW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50242738913528,"sku":"80331","price":74.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0352\/3140\/0072\/files\/LassoMotel8yrWhiskey_4480x_62cf93bb-faa7-41c5-9164-05e2acc82de7.webp?v=1787784973","url":"https:\/\/thebourboncentral.com\/products\/lasso-motel-8-years-old-wheated-straight-bourbon","provider":"Bourbon Central","version":"1.0","type":"link"}