2026 John J. Bowman Single Barrel Washington DC Pick 100 Proof 750ml

Triple-distilled and aged in the distinctive microclimate of Fredericksburg, Virginia, this Sazerac Barrel Select bottling represents one of the finest single-barrel programs in American whiskey. Each hand-selected barrel brings forth deep orchard fruit, rich butterscotch, and refined oak complexity at a balanced 100 proof. It remains a coveted pour that showcases the exquisite synergy between traditional distilling and careful barrel maturation.

Tasting Notes

Nose: Inviting aromas of warm butterscotch, candied red cherries, and Madagascar vanilla bean, complemented by toasted pecans and seasoned oak.

Palate: Rich and round on the tongue, revealing sweet layers of dark brown sugar, stewed orchard fruit, rich caramel, cracked rye spice, and soft leather.

Finish: Long, warm, and structured, lingering with notes of cinnamon stick, pipe tobacco, charred oak, and a touch of dark cocoa.