1792 12 Year Old Bourbon
1792 Aged Twelve Years brings welcome sophistication to the brand—this is a bourbon that “drinks its age.” It exudes mature oak structure and warmth, tempered by subtle, refined sweetness. It’s not flashy, but it’s well-calibrated—great for those looking for a grounded, transparent expression of aged Kentucky bourbon. Overview & Background Age Statement: A full 12 years in new charred American white oak barrels—returning truth and transparency to the 1792 series. Proof: 96.6 (48.3% ABV) Mash Bill: Marketed as a high‑rye recipe, typically believed to range from 15–25% rye. Distillery: Barton 1792 Distillery in Bardstown, Kentucky, now owned by Sazerac. Tasting Notes NoseRich caramel apple, raspberry brightness, and confectioners’ sugar—layered over classic oak and vanilla base; a beautifully inviting aroma. PalateSilky caramel unfolds into milk chocolate, brown sugar, and nougat. The aged character shines through with mature, roasted oak notes that temper the sweetnes