Description
Prepare for a whiskey of breathtaking power and complexity. This “Hazmat” level, limited-edition release features whiskeys with a
20-year age minimum and is bottled at a staggering
142.24 proof (71.12% ABV). This is a rare and audacious blend from the masters at Barrell Craft Spirits.This exceptional whiskey is a true transatlantic journey. It begins with a diverse blend of rare and meticulously selected whiskeys sourced from the United States (Indiana and Tennessee) and Canada, all aged for a minimum of two decades.The magic happens in the triple finishing. Each component whiskey was finished separately in a distinct rum cask from one of three legendary Caribbean nations:
- Jamaican Rum Casks: Imparting dense, funky, and vibrant tropical esters.
- Barbados Rum Casks: Adding notes of rich molasses, toasted coconut, and baked apple.
- St. Lucian Rum Casks: Contributing honey, ginger, and bright, zesty fruit.
These individually finished, 20-year-old whiskeys were then skillfully blended to create a harmonious, complex, and layered final expression that balances the profound spice of aged whiskey with the exotic, sweet funk of three distinct rum traditions.Tasting Notes:
- Nose: An explosion of tropical esters. The aroma is dense with orange flower water, pineapple, passionfruit, and strawberry, all layered over a waxy, vanilla-forward base.
- Palate: The high proof is immediately apparent but delivers an incredibly rich, oily texture. Flavors of matcha, rosehip, and fresh sugarcane lead, followed by tropical lychee, kiwi, and honeydew melon.
- Finish: A rich piña colada note is deftly balanced by a clean, mineral-driven saltiness. The finish is exceptionally long, evolving with notes of honeysuckle, lime zest, and a hint of lingering peanut butter.
