New England Barrel Company Stouted Bourbon Private Barrel (Barrel # 17-45 750 ml

Product Info

A bold and distinctive expression, this private barrel release from New England Barrel Company is finished in craft stout beer barrels. Four to six years of maturation in new American oak lays a solid bourbon foundation, while the secondary stout barrel finish adds layers of beer-inspired character and complexity.

Tasting Notes

• Appearance: Deep mahogany with chestnut highlights

• Nose: Rich caramel, roasted malt, dark chocolate, and black coffee aromas

• Palate: Full-bodied and smooth, delivering stout-infused notes—espresso, toasted oak, roasted barley, and dark cocoa—underpinned by sweet vanilla and caramel

• Finish: Long and warming, with lingering malt, mild bitterness, and a softly tannic quintessence

Details

• Type: Straight Bourbon Whiskey, stout-finished (Private Barrel #17‑45)

• Age: 4–6 years in American oak, plus stout barrel finish

• Mash Bill: Corn-dominant with rye and malted barley

• Barrel Finish: Stout beer barrel (specified barrel #17‑45)

• Proof: Approximately 100 (50% ABV)

• Volume: 750 ml

• Origin: New England, USA

Ideal for adventurous bourbon lovers or stout fans, this stouted bourbon shines neat to showcase its layering of sweet, roasty, and bitter notes. It also adds depth to spirit-forward cocktails like an Old Fashioned riff with stout reduction or a rich Manhattan variation.