A little background

Belle of Dayton Distillery is set to release their first ever bourbon on May 1st, 2023, Detrick Single Barrel Bourbon. Detrick Bourbon, which pays homage to the historic Detrick Distilling Co. that was founded in Dayton in the pre-prohibition era. The new bourbon is a rare 5-grain mash bill of corn, oats, rye, wheat, and malted barley that is distilled with naturally filtered water from the Great Miami Buried Valley Aquifer.

The intricate flavor and full-bodied texture of Detrick Bourbon are a result of slow pot distillation, followed by aging in a hand-toasted, 53-gallon white oak cask. Each bottle is drawn from a single barrel, ensuring a unique sipping experience that is both elegant and satisfying.

The LaSelle Brothers, who founded Belle of Dayton Distillery, were inspired by the ambition of Frank Detrick, the founder of the historic Detrick Distilling Co., and they sought to create a bourbon whiskey that was genuine and unique. The result is a product that has been nearly a decade in the making, and that relieves a century of anticipation, as it is the first bourbon made in Dayton since Prohibition.

Belle of Dayton Distillery takes pride in crafting premium spirits that are rooted in the local history and culture of Dayton, Ohio. With the release of Detrick Bourbon, they continue this tradition, offering a bourbon that is both delicious and historic. For bourbon enthusiasts, it is a must-try, as it is a product that has been crafted with care, using only the finest ingredients and techniques.

(Tasted neat from a Glencairn Glass)

Color

Burnish

Nose

Vanilla extract, espresso, nutmeg, cinnamon toast, heath bar, leather, dried apricots, and oak.

Palate

Cinnamon, dark chocolate fudge, dried orange peel, espresso, and date nut bread.

Finish

Dark chocolate bitters, cinnamon, lemon peel, espresso, and sweet pipe tobacco.

In closing

Belle of Dayton Distillery’s Detrick Single Barrel Bourbon is a product that combines history, craftsmanship, and flavor in a way that is sure to please bourbon enthusiasts. Inspired by the ambition of Frank Detrick, the founder of the historic Detrick Distilling Co., the LaSelle Brothers have crafted a bourbon that is both genuine and unique. By using a rare 5-grain mash bill and naturally filtered water from the Great Miami Buried Valley Aquifer, they have created a product that is rich in flavor and full-bodied in texture.

The slow pot distillation process and aging in hand-toasted, 53-gallon white oak casks ensure that each bottle of Detrick Bourbon offers a unique sipping experience that is both elegant and satisfying. The tasting notes, including vanilla extract, espresso, cinnamon, dark chocolate fudge, dried orange peel, and sweet pipe tobacco, are a testament to the quality of this bourbon.

For Belle of Dayton Distillery, the release of Detrick Bourbon represents a continuation of their commitment to crafting premium spirits that are rooted in the local history and culture of Dayton, Ohio. For bourbon enthusiasts, it is an opportunity to try a product that has been crafted with care, using only the finest ingredients and techniques. Overall, Detrick Single Barrel Bourbon is a must-try for anyone who appreciates the artistry of bourbon-making.

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