I brought you the original story a few days ago, and now we have the official press release for New Holland Beer Barrel Bourbon. This from New Holland:
New Holland Artisan Spirits announces today the introduction of Beer Barrel Bourbon™ to its line of Michigan-made premium spirits. Beer Barrel Bourbon is the result of an innovative technique, aging or “finishing” bourbon in New Holland’s own Dragon’s Milk® beer barrels for 90 days. This process offers a final flavor that is more round, rich and pleasing, a result appreciated by everyone, including whiskey connoisseurs.
ABOUT
Many craft brewers will attest that whiskey barrels make great beer, and our Dragon’s Milk, as stout aged in bourbon barrels, is a delicious example. Beer Barrel Bourbon goes to show that the opposite is also true; beer barrels make remarkable whiskey.
Beer Barrel Bourbon is first aged in new American oak barrels for several years, before a three month beer-y slumber. The beer-barrel aging lends biscuity notes and a smooth malt character to the robust whiskey tones of toffee and caramel.
AT A GLANCE
Type: Bourbon whiskey finished in oak beer barrels.
Proof: 80
ABV: 40%
Base/Wash: Bourbon sourced at 110-115 proof.
Availability: 750 ML bottles, cases
MI order code: 9344
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