D I S T I L L E R Y 291 B B L Proof B O U R B O N

Overview
Distillery 291 Barrel Proof Single Barrel Bourbon exemplifies the Colorado distillery's craft ethos, delivering a high-proof expression finished with toasted Aspen oak staves to amplify its rugged yet refined character. This release highlights their small-batch innovation using tiny 10-gallon barrels for concentrated flavor development.

Specs at a glance

Good to know
Crafted from grain milled on-site, this bourbon ferments in open-top vessels and undergoes triple distillation in copper pot stills before aging in heavily charred new oak barrels. The Aspen stave finish imparts a distinctive Colorado twist, aligning with the distillery's "Rugged, Refined, Rebellious" motto. Each release, like Barrel #635, yields limited bottles, with MSRP around $100.

Tasting notes

• Nose: Bold layers emerge with time, featuring unique citrussy hop notes that define the house style.
• Palate: Intense and balanced, with deep flavor development from the rye-heavy mashbill and Aspen influence, outperforming the distillery's rye lineup in complexity.
• Finish: Lingering and rebellious, showcasing endless evolving oak and spice.

Notable details

• Production: Heavily charred 10-gallon new oak barrels; non-chill filtered barrel proof.
• Lineage: From Distillery 291, pioneers of Colorado craft bourbon using local wood finishes.
• Availability: Limited single-barrel drops, varying proof by cask.

"This bourbon represents the pinnacle of Distillery 291's offerings, surpassing their ryes with its bold, flavorful profile that fully embodies their 'Rugged, Refined, Rebellious' motto." – Bourbon Paddy

Closing
A bold craft bourbon for those seeking unfiltered intensity and regional innovation.

Sources

[1] Bourbonpaddy – "Distillery 291 Barrel Proof Single Barrel Bourbon Review"