{"product_id":"2023-old-kirk-willett-old-kirk-single-barrel-126-6-proof","title":"2023 Old Kirk Willett Old Kirk Single Barrel 126.6 Proof","description":"\u003cp\u003eFrom the historic A.P. Hotaling \u0026amp; Co., this 6-year, 9-month-old Old Kirk Single Barrel is a testament to meticulously selected Kentucky Straight Bourbon. Barrel N. 7101 offers a powerful yet elegant taste experience, revealing layers of dark fruit, rich caramel, and warming spices at a compelling 126.6 proof.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \n        \u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e A sophisticated and inviting bouquet opens with rich notes of caramelized brown sugar, dark cherry compote, and a hint of warm baking spices like cinnamon and nutmeg. Deeper wafts reveal toasted oak, a subtle leather presence, and a touch of roasted nuts, all underscored by a sweet, slightly perfumed vanilla bean essence. The high proof is well-integrated, offering warmth without harshness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e The entry is robust and full-bodied, delivering an explosion of flavor that coats the palate. Sweet vanilla and toffee immediately lead, quickly followed by a beautiful interplay of dried fruit – plum and fig – and a resonant spice profile of black pepper, clove, and a touch of red hots. Charred oak is prominent but balanced, contributing notes of dark chocolate and espresso. A creamy mouthfeel carries these complex flavors, with a hint of orange peel providing a bright counterpoint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long, warm, and exceptionally satisfying. The spice lingers, evolving into a pleasant warmth that spreads through the chest. Notes of dark caramel, tobacco leaf, and lingering oak tannins persist, accompanied by a faint echo of the fruit and vanilla. There's a delightful dry complexity that invites another sip, with the high proof providing a gentle, prolonged embrace.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Reserve","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48215606034650,"sku":"BOURBON-1783735714198","price":292.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0656\/8263\/7018\/files\/main_1cfa4f55-261a-4a51-8c99-02f5b38e75eb.png?v=1783962233","url":"https:\/\/takeyourpickliquors.com\/products\/2023-old-kirk-willett-old-kirk-single-barrel-126-6-proof","provider":"Take Your Pick Liquors","version":"1.0","type":"link"}