Barrel Bomb Small Batch Bourbon Whiskey

Overview
Barrel Bomb Small Batch Bourbon Whiskey is a blended bourbon produced by Cooperstown Distillery in partnership with Tri-Vin Imports, drawing from MGP distillate in Indiana. It stands apart from the brand's Kentucky expression through its lighter profile and batch-specific variations, though expert reviews note a dominant oak character that limits broader appeal.

Specs at a glance

Good to know
This expression emerges from a collaboration between Tri-Vin Imports and Cooperstown Distillery in New York, using a supply chain distinct from the Kentucky-sourced Barrel Bomb. Batch variations in mashbill and age contribute to profile shifts, with limited distribution focused on New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut markets.

Tasting notes

• Nose: Prominent oak mingles with acetone, freshly cut wood, foliage, caramel, and vanilla.
• Palate: Fresh oak shavings lead, accompanied by vanilla and black pepper for a light, smooth entry.
• Finish: Heavy oak lingers with subtle vanilla and black pepper, maintaining a one-note persistence.

Notable details

• Production: Sourced from MGP in Lawrenceburg, Indiana, blended and bottled at Cooperstown Distillery; non-chill filtered status not specified.
• Lineage: Shares branding with Kentucky Barrel Bomb but uses a separate Indiana-New York supply chain.
• Comparison: Lighter and less complex than the oak-heavy Kentucky version.
• Availability: Exclusive to Tri-Vin markets in NY, NJ, CT; batch variations may alter flavors.

"Light and smooth but one-note... heavy oak dominance throughout." – The Whiskey Wash

Closing
A straightforward, oak-forward sipper suited to those tolerant of young bourbon's raw edges.

Sources

[1] Thewhiskeywash – "Bourbon Reviews: Barrel Bomb Kentucky Bourbon, Barrel Bomb Small Batch Bourbon"

[2] Thewhiskeywash – "Barrel Bomb Bourbon Review: Kentucky Straight & Small Batch Expressions Compared"