Willett Small Batch Bourbon
Overview
Willett Family Estate Small Batch Bourbon represents the distillery's latest innovation in handcrafted blending, marrying two distinct mashbills from approximately 50 barrels of varying ages to create a unique flavor profile with each limited nationwide release.
Specs at a glance
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Style | Small Batch Bourbon |
| ABV | Cask strength (varies by batch) |
| Mashbill | 70% of 72% Corn, 13% Rye, 15% Barley; 30% of 52% Corn, 38% Rye, 10% Barley |
| Release Info | Limited nationwide release produced at Willett Distillery in Bardstown |
| Age | Varies (blend of different ages from ~50 barrels) |
Good to know
Handcrafted under fifth-generation Master Distiller Drew Kulsveen at Willett Distillery in Bardstown, this bourbon distills at barrel entry proof of 125 and builds on the popularity of the distillery's acclaimed Family Estate Single Barrel bourbons. It reflects the vision of late founder Even G. Kulsveen, emphasizing quality, innovation, and family legacy shared with expressions like Willett Family Estate Small Batch Rye Whiskey. Each batch ensures a distinct character due to the careful selection and marriage of barrels.
Tasting notes
- Nose: Expert reviews note the emphasis on the blending process for a unique profile, though specific aromas await broader evaluations post-release.
- Palate: The marriage of high-corn sweetness and elevated rye spice from the dual mashbills promises complexity, distilled at high entry proof for intensity.
- Finish: Batch variation contributes to an evolving aftertaste reflective of Willett's commitment to non-standardized quality.
Notable details
- Production: Distilled at barrel entry proof of 125, bottled at cask strength from ~50 barrels per small batch.
- Lineage: Crafted at Willett Distillery under Drew Kulsveen, extending the Family Estate series.
- Availability: Released in limited quantities nationwide, with each batch offering distinct flavors.
"The Willett Family Estate Small Batch Bourbon embodies the distillery's values of gratitude, grit, and hospitality through its handcrafted blending process." – Whiskey Reviewer
Closing
A testament to Willett's blending expertise, delivering batch-specific depth rooted in family tradition.
Sources
[1] Whiskeyreviewer – "Willett Distillery Releases New Small Batch Bourbon"
[2] Thewhiskeywash – "Willett Family Estate Small Batch Bourbon Review"