Old Medley 12 Years Bourbon
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Overview
Old Medley 12 Years Bourbon is a premium straight bourbon produced by Charles Medley Distillery in Owensboro, Kentucky, released as an aged expression to expand on the distillery's reputation for quality spirits like Wathen's Single Barrel Bourbon.
Specs at a glance
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Style | Straight Bourbon |
| ABV | 43.4% (86.8 proof) |
| Mashbill | Not specified |
| Release Info | Announced by Charles Medley Distillery at the Owensboro Bourbon Society |
| Age | 12 years |
Good to know
Charles Medley Distillery built its name with Wathen's Single Barrel Bourbon, an 8-year-old (no age statement) release that earned praise for its quality. This 12-year-old bourbon represents a step up in aging, reflecting the distillery's heritage in Owensboro, a historic bourbon region.
Tasting notes
- Nose: Anticipated to align with the distillery's profile of balanced oak and caramel from prior releases like Wathen's.
- Palate: Expected depth from extended aging, building on the smooth, quality foundation of Charles Medley's single barrel offerings.
- Finish: Prolonged maturation suggests a refined, lingering close typical of well-aged Kentucky bourbons from this producer.
Notable details
- Production: Aged 12 years by Charles Medley Distillery in Owensboro, Kentucky.
- Lineage: Tied to the distillery's success with Wathen's Single Barrel Bourbon.
- Availability: Launched following announcement in late 2012; positioned as an enticing premium release.
"Charles Medley Distillery is launching a promising 12-year-old bourbon that builds on their reputation for quality." – BourbonBlog
Closing
A mature bourbon that honors Owensboro's distilling legacy with poised aging and distillery craftsmanship.
Sources
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[2] Bourbonguy – "Old Medley 12-Year-Old Bourbon: Revisited"
[3] Bourbonblog – "Old Medley 12 Year Old Bourbon Review"
[4] Breakingbourbon – "Old Medley 12 Year Bourbon Review | Breaking Bourbon"
[5] Thewhiskeywash – "Old Medley 12 Year Old Bourbon Review: Tasting Notes & Expert Analysis"
[6] Thewhiskeywash – "Old Medley 12 Year Old Bourbon Review: Tasting Notes & Expert Analysis"
[7] Bourbonguy – "Advice, sharing & a review: Old Medley 12 year — BOURBON GUY"