Very Olde St. Nick Ancient Cask Straight Outta Bardstown 11 Year 128.2 Proof
Very Olde St. Nick Ancient Cask Straight Outta Bardstown 11 Year 128.2 Proof
Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey | Aged 11 Years | 64.1% ABV (128.2 Proof) | 750mL | Cask Strength | Bardstown, Kentucky
Process & Profile
Very Olde St. Nick Ancient Cask Straight Outta Bardstown 11 Year 128.2 Proof is a limited cask strength Kentucky straight bourbon from the cult-favorite Very Olde St. Nick lineup. Produced by Preservation Distillery in Bardstown, Kentucky, this release is part of the Straight Outta Bardstown series, a collection known for small-production bourbon sourced from undisclosed Kentucky distilleries and bottled in extremely limited quantities.
This 11-year expression is bottled at 128.2 proof, giving it a bold, concentrated profile built for serious bourbon drinkers. The Straight Outta Bardstown series is known for older Kentucky bourbon aged in charred new American oak barrels and released in micro-batches, often from only one to three barrels. That small-batch format gives each release a more individual personality while preserving the mature oak, dark sweetness, and proof-driven depth that collectors expect from Very Olde St. Nick.
At 11 years old and barrel strength, this bourbon leans rich, dense, and full-bodied. Expect classic mature Kentucky bourbon notes of caramel, vanilla, seasoned oak, baking spice, dark fruit, and barrel char, supported by the heat and texture of a high-proof pour. For customers searching for rare bourbon, older cask strength whiskey, or a collectible Very Olde St. Nick release, this bottle offers strong age, proof, and scarcity appeal.
Tasting Notes
- Deep caramel, vanilla, and toasted oak on the nose
- Brown sugar, dark fruit, and baking spice through the palate
- Hints of leather, tobacco, and barrel char
- Bold cask strength warmth with mature oak structure
- Long finish with spice, caramelized sugar, oak, and lingering heat
What Makes It Special
- 11-year Kentucky straight bourbon from Very Olde St. Nick
- Bottled at 128.2 proof for a bold cask strength profile
- Part of the Straight Outta Bardstown series
- Produced by Preservation Distillery in Bardstown, Kentucky
- Sourced from undisclosed Kentucky distillery stock
- Aged in charred new American oak barrels
- Released in extremely small micro-batches with strong collector appeal
- A serious bottle for fans of rare bourbon, barrel strength whiskey, and older Kentucky releases
How to Enjoy
Very Olde St. Nick Ancient Cask Straight Outta Bardstown 11 Year 128.2 Proof is best enjoyed neat in a whiskey tasting glass. Because of its high proof and age, let it rest in the glass for several minutes before sipping. This gives the bourbon time to open and allows the caramel, oak, dark fruit, spice, and charred barrel notes to become more expressive.
A few drops of water can help soften the proof and reveal more vanilla, brown sugar, and fruit. A large ice cube can also work for a slower, more relaxed pour, but this bottle is best treated as a collectible sipping bourbon rather than a cocktail whiskey. It is especially well suited for rare bourbon tastings, special occasions, and collectors looking to add an older Very Olde St. Nick cask strength release to their lineup.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What does Very Olde St. Nick Ancient Cask Straight Outta Bardstown 11 Year 128.2 Proof taste like?
Very Olde St. Nick Ancient Cask Straight Outta Bardstown 11 Year 128.2 Proof tastes bold and mature, with caramel, vanilla, toasted oak, brown sugar, dark fruit, baking spice, leather, tobacco, barrel char, and a long warming finish. -
How old is Very Olde St. Nick Ancient Cask Straight Outta Bardstown 11 Year 128.2 Proof?
Very Olde St. Nick Ancient Cask Straight Outta Bardstown 11 Year 128.2 Proof is aged 11 years. -
What proof is Very Olde St. Nick Ancient Cask Straight Outta Bardstown 11 Year 128.2 Proof?
Very Olde St. Nick Ancient Cask Straight Outta Bardstown 11 Year 128.2 Proof is bottled at 128.2 proof, which equals 64.1% ABV. -
Is Very Olde St. Nick Ancient Cask Straight Outta Bardstown 11 Year 128.2 Proof rare?
Yes. Very Olde St. Nick Ancient Cask Straight Outta Bardstown 11 Year 128.2 Proof is part of a limited micro-batch series from Preservation Distillery, making it highly appealing to collectors and fans of rare cask strength bourbon. -
Where can I buy Very Olde St. Nick Ancient Cask Straight Outta Bardstown 11 Year 128.2 Proof?
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