Burnt Tavern Bourbon

Burnt Tavern Bourbon is a Kentucky Bourbon Whiskey from Bryantsville, Kentucky, bottled at 52.5% alcohol by volume (ABV) and 105 proof. This expression represents the intersection of classic Kentucky bourbon with rich new layers of smoke and oak, achieved through a special finishing process that creates a medley of traditional American flavors.

What makes it special is its heritage, tracing back to the original Burnt Tavern, established in 1794. Twice burned and reborn, William Berkele's legendary bourbon has been resurrected with a whisper of smoke, honoring its history while offering a modern interpretation. Double‑barreled in slow‑toasted American oak, it develops a richer character with notes of warm vanilla, caramel, and subtle smoke.

The profile reveals bold layers of candied dates, blackberry jam, brown sugar, and vanilla bean, balanced by baking spices, smoked caramel, and toasted oak. On the palate, flavors of bananas, caramel, toffee, cinnamon, ginger, clove, coffee, and charred oak unfold with saddle leather undertones. This bourbon pairs well with hearty dishes such as smoked brisket or barbecue, and it can be enjoyed neat, with a splash of water, or as a thoughtful gift for whiskey enthusiasts.

Aroma: Candied dates, blackberry jam, brown sugar, vanilla bean, baking spices, smoked caramel, toasted oak, char.

Palate: Bananas, caramel, toffee, cinnamon, ginger, clove, coffee, charred oak, saddle leather.

Finish: Hot spices with tannic oak, campfire smoke, ginger ale, warm baking spices, toasted oak.