{"product_id":"kentucky-gentleman-1980","title":"Kentucky Gentleman 1980 - 86 Proof","description":"\u003cp\u003eExperience a rare piece of bourbon history with the 1980 Kentucky Gentleman Sour Mash. This \"Superb Quality\" straight bourbon, hailing from the storied Barton Distillery, offers a timeless profile of aged elegance and complex flavors, perfectly embodying its vintage.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n      \r\n        \u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e A sophisticated, aged nose with prominent notes of dried apricot and dark cherry, interwoven with sweet pipe tobacco, worn leather, and a hint of warm baking spices like nutmeg and cinnamon. Underlying layers of toasted oak and a faint, sweet corn husk emerge.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e The palate opens with a smooth, medium-bodied entry. Initial sweetness of caramel and vanilla transitions quickly to a rich, earthy crescendo of oak, roasted nuts (pecan, walnut), and sweet dark fruit compote. A pleasant peppery spice gradually builds, balanced by a creamy, almost buttery texture. Subtle hints of cocoa and aged barrel char provide depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e A long, satisfying finish that lingers with warm oak, lingering caramelized sugar, and a gentle, persistent spice. The dryness of aged wood is present but not overpowering, leaving a clean, refined feel with echoes of dark fruit and a hint of smoky sweetness.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n      \r\n      \r\n        \u003ch3\u003eAbout the Distillery\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n        \u003cp\u003eBarton Distilling Company, founded in 1879, is one of Kentucky's oldest continually operating distilleries. Located in Bardstown, Kentucky, it has a rich history of producing quality bourbons and spirits, originally known as Tom Moore Distillery.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SubRosaSelections","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47616875036890,"sku":"1980 KY Gman 0008","price":260.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0656\/8263\/7018\/files\/Kentucky_Gentleman_1980-1_8a0cdda5-29c0-4285-923d-f08e4966f33f.png?v=1777057157","url":"https:\/\/takeyourpickliquors.com\/products\/kentucky-gentleman-1980","provider":"Take Your Pick Liquors","version":"1.0","type":"link"}