Hogsworth Whiskey The 10 Batch 01

A little background

Hogsworth Whiskey The 10 Batch 01 is produced under the vision of Raj Peter Bhakta, the founder of WhistlePig and BHAKTA Spirits, and bottled in Vermont. This blend combines 80% bourbon whiskey with 20% Armagnac, drawing from sourced stocks aged 6 to 52 years in Tennessee, Minnesota, and France, resulting in an average age of 10 years; it is bottled at 88.8 proof (44.4% ABV) in 750ml bottles with a mash bill of 80% bourbon and 20% Armagnac, priced at $50.

(Tasted neat from a Glencairn glass)

Color

Amber

Nose

Caramel, toasted oak, dried apricot, honey, orange zest, and baking spices.

Palate

Sweet cherry, vanilla, black pepper, citrus/raisin, tobacco, cinnamon, and green apple.

Finish

Oak spice, vanilla bean, marmalade, rye spice, leather, dried fruit, and clove.

In closing

Hogsworth The 10 Batch 01 delivers a $50 ticket to uncharted territory: a 10-year-average blend of 80% sourced bourbon and 20% Armagnac, bottled at 88.8 proof. The nose opens with caramel, dried apricot, and floral rancio; the palate layers sweet cherry, vanilla, and black pepper over subtle tobacco and green apple; the finish lingers on oak spice, marmalade, and warming clove.

It’s innovative, cocktail-friendly, and undeniably complex, yet the hybrid can feel disjointed to traditionalists. If you prize curiosity over convention, this is a standout value; if you demand seamless cohesion, Hogsworth might not be for you. In short, Hogsworth This bottle delivers a delightful tasting experience at a very fair price. In my opinion, it’s a must try!

The whiskey tasted for this review was provided by Hogsworth Whiskey with no strings attached. We thank them for the opportunity to try this whiskey.