Barrell Bourbon New Year 2025

Barrell Bourbon New Year 2025

A little background

Barrell Craft Spirits kicks off the season with the release of Barrell New Year Bourbon 2025, a special blend crafted to celebrate the optimism and fresh opportunities of a new year. Released in early December, this expression features a unique blend of bourbons aged 5 to 15 years, sourced from eight different states. With a derived mash bill of 75% corn, 20% rye, 4% malted barley, and 1% wheat, Barrell New Year Bourbon 2025 embodies the artistry and innovation that define Barrell Craft Spirits’ award-winning approach to cask-strength whiskey blending.
 

BLEND COMPONENTS
Kentucky Bourbon: 5, 6 & 9 years old
Indiana Bourbon: 5, 6, 7, 11 & 12 years old
Tennessee Bourbon: 8 , 9 & 15 years old
Wyoming Bourbon: 9 & 12 years old
New York Bourbon: 5 years old
Texas Bourbon: 5 years old
Ohio Bourbon:  5 years old
Maryland Bourbon: 6 & 7 years old

ABV: 56.05%
MSRP: $85 USD

(Tasted neat from a Glencairn Glass)

Color

Gold

Nose

Sweet lemon, orange jello, graham cracker, mint, pear, and vanilla.

Palate

Orange and lemon citrus, chocolate, vanilla, baking spices, cinnamon, French toast w/ synthetic syrup, pecans, mint, clove, and oak.

Finish

White pepper, sweet lemon tea, grapefruit, fudge, lime jello, and continued dry slice.

In closing

Barrell Bourbon New Year 2025 exemplifies Barrell Craft Spirits’ mastery in blending. The sweet, citrus-forward nose introduces a juicy, dense palate that transitions seamlessly into a medium-long finish. Layers of citrus, baking spices, and herbal undertones highlight the complexity and craftsmanship behind this blend, with an oily texture and slight dryness adding to its character. This release perfectly showcases Barrell Craft Spirits’ expertise, delivering a harmonious and intriguing bourbon that appeals to both seasoned enthusiasts and curious newcomers.

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.4.

Barrell Bourbon New Year 2025

112.1 Proof
Barrell Bourbon New Year 2025
8.9

Nose

 8.8/10

Palate

 8.9/10

Finish

 8.9/10

Complexity

 9.0/10

Value

 9.0/10

The Good

  • Availability
  • Value
  • Interesting blent
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