{"product_id":"very-old-barton-8-year-1985","title":"Very Old Barton 8-year 1985","description":"\u003cp\u003eExperience a rare piece of bourbon history with this 1985 Very Old Barton, an 8-year-old expression imported to Italy. Its delicate complexity, marked by subtle oak and nuanced sweetness, offers a taste of a bygone era. A truly unique opportunity for collectors and connoisseurs alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \n        \u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e A delicate and inviting bouquet, showcasing sweet corn upfront, reminiscent of classic bourbon. Subtle notes of dried apricot and fig emerge, hinting at its age, gracefully intertwined with a whisper of aged oak and a touch of almost flinty mineral character. A faint suggestion of old leather and pipe tobacco adds depth, while a gentle caramel sweetness lingers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e The palate is surprisingly rich for 80 proof, offering a harmonious balance. Initial flavors of candied orange peel and vanilla bean give way to a soft, sweet caramel and butterscotch. The oak, while present, is well-integrated and not overwhelming, presenting as dried lumber and a hint of baking spice – nutmeg and a touch of cinnamon. A delicate nuttiness, perhaps roasted almond, develops mid-palate, along with a faint echo of rye spice, though it remains soft and rounded.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e A medium-short, elegant finish that is remarkably clean. Sweetness slowly fades, leaving a gentle warmth with a lingering impression of soft oak, a hint of dark chocolate, and a faint, pleasant astringency that cleanses the palate. There's a subtle return of the dried fruit notes from the nose, adding a final touch of complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \n      \n        \u003ch3\u003eAbout the Distillery\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eBarton Distilling Company, founded in 1879, is a venerable institution in Kentucky bourbon history, known for producing a wide range of whiskies. While undergoing various ownership changes over the decades, it has consistently maintained a reputation for producing traditional, high-quality bourbons, often at accessible price points. This 1985 bottling reflects a snapshot of their enduring distilling heritage.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SubRosaSelections","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47896981340378,"sku":"1985VOBBIB0811","price":225.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0656\/8263\/7018\/files\/Very_Old_Barton_8-year_1985-1.jpg?v=1779291833","url":"https:\/\/takeyourpickliquors.com\/products\/very-old-barton-8-year-1985","provider":"Take Your Pick Liquors","version":"1.0","type":"link"}