Experience a rare piece of bourbon history with this 1990 Single Barrel Rock Hill Farms. Bottled in Bond for undeniable quality and purity, this expression offers an unparalleled journey into the depths of a perfectly aged, masterfully crafted bourbon. A true connoisseur's delight, each sip reveals decades of nuanced flavor development and exceptional smoothness.

Tasting Notes

Nose: Initial waves of rich caramel and toasted oak, quickly followed by nuances of dried dark fruits like cherry and fig. A delicate floral sweetness, reminiscent of rosewater, intermingles with subtle baking spices – vanilla bean, cinnamon, and a hint of nutmeg. There’s an underlying earthy note, almost like well-worn leather or pipe tobacco, suggesting significant age and barrel interaction.

Palate: The entry is incredibly smooth and velvety, unfolding with a profound sweetness of crème brûlée and dark maple syrup. The fruit notes expand, bringing forth candied orange peel and plum, balanced by a firm, yet not overpowering, oak structure. A beautiful interplay of brown sugar, rye spice – think black pepper and clove – and a touch of roasted nuts emerges, showcasing depth and complexity. The Bottled in Bond designation is evident in its robust, unwavering character.

Finish: Long, warm, and exceptionally gratifying. The oak presence lingers gracefully, never bitter, offering notes of cedar and cigar box. Sweetness recedes slowly, leaving behind a persistent echo of vanilla, dark chocolate, and a pleasant, warming spice that invites another sip. A faint whisper of dried fruit and leather completes a truly memorable experience.

About the Distillery

Rock Hill Farms is a single barrel bourbon brand produced at Buffalo Trace Distillery in Frankfort, Kentucky. While it shares production lineage with some of the most sought-after bourbons, Rock Hill Farms has carved out its own niche for delivering consistently high-quality, elegant single barrel expressions, often showcasing the distillery's well-aged stocks.