The Orphan Barrel Whiskey Co. was started to share barrels of rare whiskey, hidden away and nearly forgotten in the back of rickhouses and distilleries. Stories of these lost whiskeys have become the stuff of legend that has made each release a highly sought after commodity.
The tale of The Gift Horse, goes back some time ago at the historic Stitzel-Weller Distillery. When a batch of beautiful 17yr old Kentucky straight bourbon was mistakenly mixed with barrels of much younger whiskey. This fluke, turned out to be a blessing in disguise as the marrying of flavors proved to be quite delightful.
On the nose you'll find a mix of fall flavors that include apple, almond, toffee and raisin. The the palate itself begins with creamy sweet undertones and finishes with a bit of spice.
Notes: Smooth, medium-bodied. Aromas and flavors of caramel, pear, raisin, spice and apple
Pairings: Filet mignon, roast duck, truffles
Serving Suggestions: Neat or with a few drops of water
Region: Tennessee
Alcohol Content: 57.5%
The tale of The Gift Horse, goes back some time ago at the historic Stitzel-Weller Distillery. When a batch of beautiful 17yr old Kentucky straight bourbon was mistakenly mixed with barrels of much younger whiskey. This fluke, turned out to be a blessing in disguise as the marrying of flavors proved to be quite delightful.
On the nose you'll find a mix of fall flavors that include apple, almond, toffee and raisin. The the palate itself begins with creamy sweet undertones and finishes with a bit of spice.
Notes: Smooth, medium-bodied. Aromas and flavors of caramel, pear, raisin, spice and apple
Pairings: Filet mignon, roast duck, truffles
Serving Suggestions: Neat or with a few drops of water
Region: Tennessee
Alcohol Content: 57.5%