New England Barrel Company Single Barrel Bourbon Private Barrel (Barrel # 16-12) 6 year 750 ml

New England Barrel Company Single Barrel Bourbon Private Barrel #16-12 is a 6-year-old bourbon bottled from one hand-selected cask by the Massachusetts-based non-distiller bottler. As with the rest of NEBCo's private barrel program, the source distillery isn't disclosed on the label — the focus is on the individual barrel's character rather than a house recipe. Expect the classic profile of a well-aged bourbon: rich caramel and vanilla, toasted oak, and warm baking spice, with a smooth, creamy texture and a lingering, slightly sweet finish. It's a solid pick for bourbon drinkers who like hunting down single-barrel releases from independent bottlers.

How to drink New England Barrel Company Single Barrel Bourbon #16-12

Neat is the best way to catch the full caramel-and-oak profile, though a large cube works fine if you prefer it slightly cooler. It also holds its own in a Manhattan if you'd rather mix it.

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