Four Roses Select Small Batch
Price History
Overview
Four Roses Small Batch Select is a Kentucky Straight Bourbon released in 2019 as the distillery's first permanent core range addition in over 12 years, blending select recipes for refined complexity at barrel strength levels. It bridges the standard lineup with limited releases, offering premium quality through delicate, higher-proof stocks without chill filtration.
Specs at a glance
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Style | Small Batch Bourbon |
| ABV | 52% |
| Mashbill | Blend of Recipe B (60% corn, 35% rye, 5% malted barley) and Recipe E (75% corn, 20% rye, 5% malted barley) |
| Release Info | Launched 2019 at Four Roses Distillery, Lawrenceburg, KY; first core addition in 12+ years |
| Age | NAS (minimum 6 years; uses 6-7 year stocks) |
Good to know
Crafted from three proprietary yeast strains (V, K, F), this bourbon is proofed down to 104 proof with minimal filtration to retain barrel char influence. Four Roses, with over 130 years of history as a once top-selling U.S. bourbon, returned to the domestic market after decades as an export-only brand under Seagram's ownership. A limited UK run of 3,000 bottles followed the U.S. launch by two years.
Tasting notes
- Nose: Delicate aromas of refined fruit and spice emerge from the higher-proof format.
- Palate: Complex layers showcase the mashbill blend's balance, with rye-driven spice and subtle sweetness from aged stocks. Bold yet harmonious, it highlights the distillery's recipe precision.
- Finish: Lingering spice and depth persist, underscoring superior refinement.
Notable details
- Production: Non-chill filtered; minimal barrel char removal for texture.
- Lineage: Part of Four Roses' 10-recipe system, emphasizing delicate profiles.
- Availability: Permanent core offering, accessible at premium pricing.
"Four Roses Small Batch Select is a masterful blend that delivers complex, refined flavors, outshining other core offerings and filling a key gap in the portfolio." – Bourbon Paddy Review
Closing
A sophisticated step up for Four Roses fans seeking elevated spice and balance in the core range.
Sources
[1] Bourbonpaddy – "Four Roses Small Batch Select Review"
[2] Whiskeyinmyweddingring – "Four Roses Small Batch Select Review"
[3] Thebourbonculture – "Four Roses Small Batch Select Review"
[4] The-Right-Spirit – "Revisiting: Four Roses Small Batch Select"
[5] Whiskycritic – "Four Roses Reveals Small Batch Select"
[6] Bourbonguy – "Four Roses Small Batch Select — BOURBON GUY"
[7] Drinkhacker – "Review: Four Roses Small Batch Select Bourbon"
[8] Columbusbourbon – "Four Roses to Introduce a New Spirit - Four Roses Small Batch Select"
[9] Bourbonbanter – "Four Roses to Extend Permanent Lineup with Four Roses Small Batch Select"