Description
The Benchmark of Balanced Kentucky Excellence
1792 Small Batch Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey serves as the monumental cornerstone of the Barton 1792 Distillery. While many mass-market bourbons are blended in enormous quantities, 1792 takes the “small batch” philosophy seriously, meticulously marrying a select number of barrels to achieve a signature flavor profile that remains remarkably consistent bottle after bottle. It is a bourbon designed for the enthusiast who values high-quality craftsmanship, reliable excellence, and an authentic Kentucky pedigree.
The soul of 1792 lies in its traditional, high-quality mash bill and its unique maturation process. The spirit is aged in the distillery’s century-old rickhouses, where the extreme Kentucky climate forces the whiskey in and out of the charred new American oak staves. This process imparts a distinctively deep amber color and a complex layering of sugars and tannins. By hand-selecting the barrels used in each small batch, the master distillers emphasize the brand’s classic profile: a harmonious, middle-ground marriage of bold, spicy grain character and deep, sweet oak wood.
Bottled at a precise 46.85% ABV (93.7 Proof) and housed in the brand’s instantly recognizable, elegantly curved flask bottle, 1792 Small Batch commands immense visual authority on digital shelves. Its competitive price-to-quality ratio, combined with its frequent recognition in top-tier spirits competitions, makes it an essential high-volume mover that builds loyalty with casual drinkers and impresses seasoned bourbon collectors alike.
Tasting Notes:
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Aroma: Rich, sweet, and perfectly integrated. Opens with dominant, inviting notes of creamy vanilla, brown sugar, and toasted corn, beautifully complemented by hints of crisp orchard fruits, subtle baking spice, and seasoned oak.
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Palate: Full-bodied, silky, and elegantly balanced. A luscious entry of caramel and butterscotch effortlessly coats the mouth, before unveiling sophisticated mid-palate notes of spicy rye, light black pepper, and warm vanilla pastry.
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Finish: Medium-to-long, warming, and remarkably smooth. It leaves a highly satisfying signature trail of sweet barrel char, lingering oak vanillins, and a final, clean kiss of gentle, warming spice.
Serving Suggestion:
1792 Small Batch is widely acclaimed for its versatility. Its robust 93.7-proof framework allows it to shine bright when enjoyed neat, showcasing the pure interaction of grain and wood. Yet, it truly excels as a high-end foundation for classic cocktails. It provides the perfect, character-forward backbone for a world-class Old Fashioned, a crisp Whiskey Sour, or a sophisticated Manhattan, ensuring the bourbon flavor remains vibrant and present throughout the experience.
Product Specifications
| Attribute | Detail |
| Brand | 1792 |
| Origin | Bardstown, Kentucky, USA |
| Spirit Type | Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey |
| ABV / Proof | 46.85% / 93.7 Proof |
| Philosophy | Meticulously hand-selected small batches |
| Character | Remarkably balanced, rich caramel, smooth vanilla, spicy oak, and lingering finish |
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