{"product_id":"hard-truth-barrel-finish-reserve-mizunara-bourbon","title":"Hard Truth Wheated Bourbon Barrel Finish Reserve Mizunara 750mL","description":"\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1uf378s\" data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"67\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eHard Truth Wheated Bourbon Barrel Finish Reserve Mizunara 750mL\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"69\" data-end=\"195\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"69\" data-end=\"195\"\u003eStraight Wheated Bourbon Whiskey | 750mL | Mizunara Oak Finished | Cask Strength | Barrel Finish Reserve | Indiana Whiskey\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1jdm4gw\" data-start=\"197\" data-end=\"218\"\u003eProcess \u0026amp; Profile\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"220\" data-end=\"674\"\u003eHard Truth Wheated Bourbon Barrel Finish Reserve Mizunara 750mL is a limited barrel-finished wheated bourbon from Hard Truth Distilling Co. in Nashville, Indiana. This release is part of Hard Truth’s 2026 Barrel Finish Reserve collection and features the distillery’s BW-2 wheated bourbon mash bill finished on rare Mizunara oak, a Japanese oak prized for adding unique texture, spice, and aromatic depth to whiskey. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"676\" data-end=\"1053\"\u003eThis small batch release is made from just 24 barrels and is bottled at cask strength, giving it a bold, concentrated profile while allowing the Mizunara finish to add elegance and complexity. Hard Truth describes the whiskey as mellowed and refined, with gentle spice and an expressive finish shaped by the toasted Mizunara oak influence. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1055\" data-end=\"1413\"\u003eHard Truth Wheated Bourbon Barrel Finish Reserve Mizunara delivers a layered profile of caramel, vanilla, toasted oak, soft wheat sweetness, baking spice, coconut, sandalwood, dried fruit, and warm barrel spice. It is a strong choice for collectors, finished bourbon fans, and drinkers who enjoy cask-strength wheated bourbon with a rare Japanese oak finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1krg0gn\" data-start=\"1415\" data-end=\"1432\"\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1434\" data-end=\"1792\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"12qm0hd\" data-start=\"1434\" data-end=\"1541\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1436\" data-end=\"1445\"\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Caramel, vanilla, toasted oak, soft wheat, coconut, baking spice, dried fruit, and sandalwood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1x1sedi\" data-start=\"1542\" data-end=\"1668\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1544\" data-end=\"1555\"\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brown sugar, toffee, vanilla bean, honeyed wheat, oak spice, cinnamon, dark fruit, and Mizunara wood character\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"s5gohr\" data-start=\"1669\" data-end=\"1792\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1671\" data-end=\"1682\"\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long and warming with lingering spice, toasted oak, coconut, vanilla, dried fruit, and soft barrel strength\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"16w076p\" data-start=\"1794\" data-end=\"1819\"\u003eWhat Makes It Special\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1821\" data-end=\"2279\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1hyd9yu\" data-start=\"1821\" data-end=\"1889\"\u003eLimited release from Hard Truth’s Barrel Finish Reserve collection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1ugn9ns\" data-start=\"1890\" data-end=\"1941\"\u003eStraight wheated bourbon finished on Mizunara oak\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"mrm6w4\" data-start=\"1942\" data-end=\"1996\"\u003eFeatures Hard Truth’s BW-2 wheated bourbon mash bill\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"rcbu1y\" data-start=\"1997\" data-end=\"2039\"\u003eSmall batch release made from 24 barrels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1q676pu\" data-start=\"2040\" data-end=\"2066\"\u003eBottled at cask strength\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1eqwws\" data-start=\"2067\" data-end=\"2088\"\u003e750mL bottle format\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"4ef78y\" data-start=\"2089\" data-end=\"2160\"\u003eRare Japanese oak finish adds spice, coconut, sandalwood, and texture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1whn6kx\" data-start=\"2161\" data-end=\"2217\"\u003eStrong choice for collectors and finished bourbon fans\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1pgob4t\" data-start=\"2218\" data-end=\"2279\"\u003eProduced by Hard Truth Distilling Co. in Nashville, Indiana\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"fjs8yi\" data-start=\"2281\" data-end=\"2297\"\u003eHow to Enjoy\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2299\" data-end=\"2676\"\u003eHard Truth Wheated Bourbon Barrel Finish Reserve Mizunara 750mL is best enjoyed neat in a Glencairn or whiskey tasting glass. Let it rest for several minutes before sipping to allow the Mizunara oak, vanilla, caramel, spice, and soft wheat notes to open. A few drops of water can help soften the cask strength and bring forward more coconut, sandalwood, honey, and toasted oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"ul2pwc\" data-start=\"2678\" data-end=\"2708\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col data-start=\"2710\" data-end=\"3875\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"icd2gc\" data-start=\"2710\" data-end=\"2933\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2713\" data-end=\"2789\"\u003eWhat is Hard Truth Wheated Bourbon Barrel Finish Reserve Mizunara 750mL?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2789\" data-end=\"2792\"\u003eHard Truth Wheated Bourbon Barrel Finish Reserve Mizunara 750mL is a limited cask-strength straight wheated bourbon finished on Mizunara oak.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"t3axe\" data-start=\"2935\" data-end=\"3110\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2938\" data-end=\"2963\"\u003eWhat is Mizunara oak?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2963\" data-end=\"2966\"\u003eMizunara is a rare Japanese oak used for aging and finishing spirits. It can add notes of spice, sandalwood, coconut, incense, and toasted wood.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"xiobu\" data-start=\"3112\" data-end=\"3307\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"3115\" data-end=\"3188\"\u003eIs Hard Truth Wheated Bourbon Barrel Finish Reserve Mizunara limited?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3188\" data-end=\"3191\"\u003eYes, this release is part of Hard Truth’s Barrel Finish Reserve collection and is listed as a 24-barrel small batch.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1fme5ir\" data-start=\"3309\" data-end=\"3578\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"3312\" data-end=\"3395\"\u003eWhat does Hard Truth Wheated Bourbon Barrel Finish Reserve Mizunara taste like?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3395\" data-end=\"3398\"\u003eHard Truth Wheated Bourbon Barrel Finish Reserve Mizunara offers notes of caramel, vanilla, toasted oak, soft wheat, baking spice, coconut, sandalwood, dried fruit, and warm spice.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1xx8nit\" data-start=\"3580\" data-end=\"3875\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"3583\" data-end=\"3667\"\u003eWhere can I buy Hard Truth Wheated Bourbon Barrel Finish Reserve Mizunara 750mL?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3667\" data-end=\"3670\"\u003eYou can purchase Hard Truth Wheated Bourbon Barrel Finish Reserve Mizunara 750mL directly from The Barrel Tap, a trusted online source for limited bourbon, barrel-finished whiskey, and collectible spirits.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"10lwabh\" data-start=\"3877\" data-end=\"3897\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e","brand":"Hard Truth","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48590778958049,"sku":"85006713299","price":74.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0416\/3023\/6825\/files\/HardTruthWheatedBourbonBarrelFinishReserveMizunara750mL.webp?v=1782335377","url":"https:\/\/www.thebarreltap.com\/products\/hard-truth-barrel-finish-reserve-mizunara-bourbon","provider":"The Barrel Tap","version":"1.0","type":"link"}