We can’t believe we are on to our 3rd single barrel of Blue Note Bourbon, but we can’t resist! Here we introduce you to our third single barrel store pick from Blue Note, Kentucky Bourbon, bottled in Memphis.
They still claim this is the story of the “Uncut” single barrels…
“In June of 2019, the rickhouse that stored much of Blue Note’s inventory collapsed in a terrible summer storm, spilling thousands of barrels and millions of dollars into the muck and mud. Most of the barrels were destroyed by the incredible force of nearly 10 million pounds crumbling six stories to the ground.
We thought all was lost, but a special few somehow survived the disaster. Surviving the collapse, however, turned out to be only the beginning of the barrels’ journey.
For the next four months, the barrels were left exposed to the elements before the wreckage could be properly assessed and cleaned up. In these ensuing months, the sweltering summer heat bore down upon the barrels day after day, darkening the outside and forcing the bourbon inside incredibly deep into the oak. Several thunderstorms passed through as well, pummeling the barrels for days, causing their bands to later rust and break. As summer faded into fall, the nights grew colder, forcing the whiskey back out of the now worn oak. After the wreckage was cleaned up and every barrel was assessed, the company found that indeed some had survived.”
Blue Note Uncut Single Barrel Bourbon Store Pick #3
Bottle Count – 204
ABV – 59.85% ABV
Barrel No. 20595
Mashbill – 70% corn, 21% rye, and 9% malted barley
~ 4 Years Old
Holly’s Tasting Notes: Caramel and crisp, crisp apples. Malt balls, cocoa powder, followed by rich rye spice with dark chocolate, oak spice, nutmeg, and chalky chai on the finish, with tons of dark chocolate peppermint patties! Great with water!
Charles’ Tasting Notes: The nose has cherry cola, caramel, and cocoa. The palate is bright, sweet Andes Candies with a peppermint kick. The finish has spice and oak.
