Barrell Bourbon 12 Year French Oak Cask Finish Series 750mL

Barrell Bourbon 12 Year French Oak Cask Finish (Cask Finish Series)

Straight Bourbon Whiskey | USA | Aged 12 Years + French Oak Finish | 108.5 Proof (54.25% ABV) | Limited Release

Process & Profile

Barrell Bourbon 12 Year French Oak Cask Finish is part of Barrell’s Cask Finish Series. The base is a blend of straight bourbons from Kentucky, Indiana, Tennessee, and Wyoming that have matured for 12 years, then receive a secondary maturation in carefully selected French oak casks with varying toast levels. This finishing step adds nuanced spice, nutty richness, and refined earthiness to the core bourbon character. 

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Ripe pear, pineapple, dried persimmon, cinnamon donut, pizzelle, hazelnut praline, and incense

• Palate: Allspice, nutmeg, clove, peppercorn, creamy vanilla layered over lavender, sage smoke, and sandalwood

• Finish: Coffee cake, blueberries, maraschino cherry, with undertones of graphite, olive oil pepperiness, and leathered oak

What Makes It Special

• A 12-year age statement base bourbon, enriched through French oak finish to bring elegance and structure

• French oak adds subtler tannins and aromatic complexity (nutty, woody, spice) compared to heavily charred American oak

• Bottled at 108.5 proof (54.25% ABV) to preserve intensity and expressive profile

• Limited edition—small batch release enhancing collectibility and uniqueness

How to Enjoy

Best enjoyed neat or with a splash of water to unlock floral and hidden spice notes. Use a large ice cube to moderate heat while maintaining depth. Pairs well with roasted nuts, aged cheese, or dessert fare like chocolate truffles.

FAQ

1. What is Barrell Bourbon 12 Year French Oak Cask Finish and how is it produced?
   Barrell Bourbon 12 Year French Oak Cask Finish is a bourbon aged 12 years, then finished in French oak casks with distinct toast levels to impart extra nuance.

2. What is the ABV (proof) of Barrell Bourbon 12 Year French Oak Cask Finish?
   It is bottled at 108.5 proof (54.25% ABV).

3. What flavors does Barrell Bourbon 12 Year French Oak Cask Finish offer?
   You’ll find ripe pear, pineapple, hazelnut, spice (clove, allspice), vanilla, leather, and oak character.

4. What makes Barrell Bourbon 12 Year French Oak Cask Finish unique?
   Its combination of aged bourbon foundation with a refined French oak finishing step sets it apart in texture and aromatic complexity.

5. How should Barrell Bourbon 12 Year French Oak Cask Finish be served?
   Best sipped neat or with a splash of water; also suited to large ice or as a standout pour in refined whiskey tastings.