Description
Evan Williams Single Barrel Vintage 2016 captures the essence of classic Kentucky bourbon—matured with patience, bottled with precision, and distinguished by its single-barrel individuality. It’s smooth, balanced, and nuanced, delivering both accessibility and sophistication at an excellent value.
Origins & Craftsmanship
Produced by Heaven Hill Distillery in Bardstown, Kentucky, this limited release continues the tradition of vintage-dated, hand-selected single barrels that define the Evan Williams portfolio. Each bottle bears its barrel number, barreled-on date, and year of bottling—proof of transparency and craftsmanship. The bourbon is bottled at 43.3% ABV (86.6 proof) and aged for roughly 9 years, drawing depth and complexity from new charred American oak. Every barrel is evaluated for balance of sweetness, spice, and oak influence before being individually bottled, unblended, and at its peak maturity.
Tasting Profile
- Nose: Caramel and vanilla lead, followed by soft oak spice, ripe peach, and baked apple. A touch of orange zest adds freshness.
- Palate: Medium-bodied and smooth. Flavors of honey, brown sugar, and sweet corn mingle with oak-driven cinnamon, nutmeg, and light char. Subtle fruit tones—dried apricot and apple peel—add warmth and depth.
- Finish: Long and even, with brown sugar, toasted oak, and a lingering hint of baking spice and fruit kernel. Refined, mellow, and well-integrated.
Quick Overview
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| ABV / Proof | 43.3% ABV (86.6 proof) |
| Origin / Region | Kentucky, USA |
| Production / Grain Type | Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey (High-corn mash bill) |
| Aging / Maturation | ~9 years in new charred American oak barrels |
| Aromas & Flavors | Caramel, vanilla, honey, baked apple, oak spice, orange zest |
| Style / Identity | Vintage-dated, single-barrel bourbon—classic, smooth, balanced |
