Kentucky Peerless Distilling Co. announces the release of a premium barrel-finishedbourbon.The new expression iscoming to the Peerless Distillery in Louisville, Kentucky on September 7, 2024. Due to the nature of the barrels, thelatest expression will be extremely limited and released in Kentucky only.
Cognac Barrel Finished Bourbonconsists of Peerless Small Batch Bourbon that undergoes an additional agingprocess in barrels that previously held a premium cognac. This finishing process imparts unique flavors to thebourbon, blending the rich, sweet, and spicy characteristics of bourbon with the fruity, floral, and nutty notes fromthe cognac-soaked barrels. The Peerless team strategically selects Bourbon barrels that will create the perfect blend,highlighting the traits received from the cognac barrel.
What can you expect from thisrelease? A flavor profile with an added layer of complexity, introducing flavors ofdried fruit, raisins, figs, citrus, honey, and subtle oakiness. The bourbon’s inherent vanilla, caramel, and spice arecomplemented by the delicate sweetness and floral notes of the cognac barrel. On the nose, you will find aromas ofripe fruit, vanilla, caramel, and a slight nuttiness or spice from the cognac influence. This bourbon takes on abeautifully dark hue, with a golden amber tint. “The additional aging in cognacbarrels leads to a smooth, silkymouthfeel that offers a rich and rounded finish,” says John Wadell, Head Taster.
Kentucky Peerless Distillers’ Cognac Barrel Finished Bourbon Tasting Notes:Nose: fresh raisins, sweet herbs and spices, toffee pudding, sweet rich tobacco, caramel apple, plums, fruit market,toasted honey, vanilla bean, and maple syrupPalate: cranberry raisin bread, muscadine grapes, port wine, chocolate, leather, freshly baked apricot, and crisplingering pear.
“We have taken our barrel-finishing program to the next level with a cognac barrel-finished bourbon. Thisexpression has been in the works, and the barrels, for many years and has truly exceeded our expectations. I amextremely proud of our team for balancing our Bourbon with the cognac barrel properties in the way that they have.It was perfectly executed,” explains Fifth Generation and President, Carson Taylor.
Find out more atkentuckypeerless.comor visit the distillery at 120 N. 10th Street in downtown Louisville. Thedistillery is open for tours and tastings by reservationMonday-Thursday 10:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. and Friday-Saturday 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
About Kentucky Peerless Distilling Co.
The family-owned and operated craft distillery is located in Louisville,Kentucky. It was established in 1889 and resurrected in 2013 by Corky Taylor, 4th Generation, and Carson Taylor,5th Generation. The distillery is known for its commitment to producing handcrafted, sweet mash bourbon and ryewhiskey using traditional methods and the finest ingredients.
Today, Peerless operates under the same distilled spirits number, DSP-KY-50, with the same historically superlativestandards. It has opted to craftentirely in-house without outsourcing or comprising. “We’re driven by quality, notprofit,” says Corky Taylor. “We’re very serious about making the best product we can.”
