Barrell Bourbon Batch 036 Review

Barrell Bourbon Batch 036

A little background

Barrell Craft Spirits (BCS), is an award winning independent blender of unique aged, cask-strength whiskey and rum. Barrell Bourbon Batch 036 is an exquisite blend of straight bourbon whiskeys with components aged 7.5, 8, and 10 years from Indiana, 9 years from Kentucky, and 8 and 15 years from Tennessee. Bottled in Kentucky at a cask strength of 114.44 proof, this bourbon features a derived mash bill of 79% corn, 16% rye, and 5% malted barley. Barrell Bourbon Batch 036 is bottled at 114.44 proof and has a retail price of $90 USD.

(Tasted neat from a Glencairn Glass)

Color

Dark Gold

Nose

Yellow cake w/ caramel icing, orange creamsicle, Tropical banana, raisins, and oak.

Palate

Intense cinnamon, cherry cola, corn syrup, raisins, citrus, dark waffles, walnuts, white pepper, caramel, cocoa, and oak.

Finish

Cinnamon, white pepper, orange, leather, stone fruit, dark waffles, citrus, and oak.

In closing

In conclusion, Barrell Bourbon Batch 036 impresses with its deep and rich nose, offering complex and fruity aromas of yellow cake with caramel icing, orange creamsicle, tropical banana, raisins, and oak. The palate delivers an intense burst of flavors, featuring cinnamon, cherry cola, corn syrup, citrus, dark waffles, walnuts, white pepper, caramel, cocoa, and oak. The finish is equally compelling with notes of cinnamon, white pepper, orange, leather, stone fruit, citrus, and oak. This bourbon’s great attack of flavor, rich and creamy texture, and overall complexity make it a standout choice and a solid value for enthusiasts seeking an intriguing and satisfying experience.

NOTE: The sample used for this review was provided at no cost courtesy of Barrell Craft Spirits. We thank them for the sample and for allowing us to review it with no strings attached.

Barrell Bourbon Batch 036

114.44 Proof
Barrell Bourbon Batch 036
9

Nose

 9.0/10

Palate

 9.0/10

Finish

 9.0/10

Complexity

 9.0/10

Value

 9.0/10

The Good

  • Intense Flavor
  • Mouthfeel
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Matthew Evans

Matthew is the founder/owner of Whiskey Consensus and lead whiskey geek for the brand. He likes his whiskey served neat at cask strength and always jumps at the chance to learn something new.

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