Orphan Barrel introduced the launch of a brand new liquid inside its assortment: Fanged Pursuit Kentucky Straight Bourbon Aged 17 Years.
This introduction marks the primary North American non-chill filtered Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey to be launched within the Orphan Barrel assortment.
The Fanged Pursuit label art work captures the essence of the liquid inside, showcasing a lone Kentucky bobcat silently prowling its native Bluegrass State’s forests. This label mirrors the bourbon’s growing older course of — unfolding with gradual and cautious precision, pushed by a harmonious relationship with its surroundings to achieve its exceptional potential, the corporate says.
Influenced by the heartland of Kentucky Bourbon and years of whiskey-making experience, the spirit is aged in charred American Oak barrels for 17 years, leading to an beautiful Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey, it notes. As a non-chill filtered whiskey, Fanged Pursuit affords a richer style by retaining fat, proteins, and oils which might be eliminated throughout chill filtering, the corporate says. This course of provides complexity, enhancing taste, aroma and mouthfeel, whereas stopping chill haze, it provides.
“Fanged Pursuit is a standout for many who savor the artistry and depth of American bourbon-making,” mentioned Fanged Pursuit Lead Blender Delicia James in an announcement. “The bobcat proudly symbolizes not solely the spirit of the bourbon itself, but in addition the continual evolution of the Orphan Barrel assortment, highlighting the distinct character of every launch and the distinctive story behind each bottle.”
Crafted from a fastidiously chosen mashbill of 68-74% corn, 18-22% rye, and 8-10% malted barley, Fanged Pursuit has aromas of vanilla, purple cherries and honey. On the palate, notes of toasted oak, orchard fruits, and spices are coated by a velvety mouthfeel, the corporate says.
The special-edition bottle is offered to buy at choose spirits retailers nationwide with a steered retail worth of $200 for a 750-ml bottle. Fanged Pursuit additionally will be bought on ReserveBar, the place delivery and supply choices can be found.
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