Town Branch True Cask Kentucky Straight Bourbon is a small-batch, cask strength bourbon that is distilled and bottled at the Alltech Lexington Brewing & Distilling Company in Lexington, Kentucky. The distillery is located in the heart of Kentucky’s Bourbon Trail and is home to some of the most popular bourbon brands in the world, including Jim Beam and Knob Creek. Town Branch True Cask Kentucky Straight Bourbon is made with a mash-bill of 72% corn, 18% rye, and 10% malted barley. The bourbon is aged in new charred oak barrels for at least six years, but it can be aged for longer to give it a more complex flavor profile.
What is Cask Strength Bourbon?
Cask strength bourbon is bourbon that is bottled directly from the barrel without being diluted with water. This means that cask strength bourbon has a higher alcohol content than regular bourbon, typically between 55% and 65% ABV.
Tasting Notes
Town Branch True Cask Kentucky Straight Bourbon is a rich and full-bodied bourbon with a complex flavor profile. On the nose, it has aromas of vanilla, caramel, oak, and spice. On the palate, it is bold and flavorful, with flavors of vanilla, caramel, oak, spice, and fruit. The finish is long and lingering, with a subtle hint of sweetness.
Town Branch True Cask Kentucky Straight Bourbon glass
Serving Suggestions
Town Branch True Cask Kentucky Straight Bourbon is best enjoyed neat or on the rocks. It can also be used in cocktails, but it is important to note that the high alcohol content will make the cocktails stronger.
Here are a few serving suggestions for Town Branch True Cask Kentucky Straight Bourbon:
- Neat: Pour 2 ounces of Town Branch True Cask Kentucky Straight Bourbon into a rocks glass. Add a splash of water (optional). Swirl the bourbon in the glass and enjoy.
- On the rocks: Pour 2 ounces of Town Branch True Cask Kentucky Straight Bourbon into a rocks glass over fresh ice. Add more ice to taste. Enjoy.
- Old Fashioned: Combine 2 ounces of Town Branch True Cask Kentucky Straight Bourbon, 1 sugar cube, and 2 dashes of Angostura bitters in a mixing glass. Add ice and stir until the sugar cube is dissolved. Strain the mixture into a rocks glass over fresh ice. Garnish with an orange twist and a cherry. Enjoy.
- Manhattan: Combine 2 ounces of Town Branch True Cask Kentucky Straight Bourbon, 1 ounce of sweet vermouth, and 2 dashes of Angostura bitters in a mixing glass. Add ice and stir until chilled. Strain the mixture into a chilled cocktail glass. Garnish with a cherry. Enjoy.
Town Branch True Cask Kentucky Straight Bourbon is a well-made and delicious cask strength bourbon that is sure to please even the most discerning palate. It is a great value for the price and is a great bourbon to have on hand for any occasion.