Willett Family Estate Barrel Select 9-Year Straight Bourbon Whiskey

A Rare Cask of Kentucky Heritage – Willett Family Estate Barrel Select 9 Year Old Straight Bourbon Whiskey - Barrel No. 5273

From the heart of Bardstown, Kentucky, Willett Family Estate Barrel Select Bourbon stands as one of the most prized single barrel offerings in the bourbon world. This exclusive 9-year-old release, drawn from Barrel No. 5273, showcases the Willett family’s unwavering commitment to small-batch, craft distilling and their dedication to producing bourbons with remarkable individuality.

Tasting Experience

• Appearance: Deep amber with golden hues that glint in the glass.

• Nose: A bouquet of caramelized sugar, warm baking spice, candied pecans, and hints of vanilla bean layered with seasoned oak.

• Palate: Rich waves of butterscotch, dark cherry, and maple syrup mingle with cinnamon, cocoa, and toasted oak, offering both power and elegance.

• Finish: Long, warming, and complex, leaving lingering notes of spiced caramel, charred oak, and subtle fruit sweetness.

Craftsmanship

• Origin: Produced by Willett Distillery, an independent, family-owned distillery established in 1935 and revered for its artisanal approach.

• Mash Bill: A carefully balanced mix of corn, rye, and malted barley, distilled and matured to highlight the best of Kentucky terroir.

• Aging: Aged 9 years in hand-selected, heavily charred American oak barrels to develop a deep, layered flavor profile.

• Barrel Select: Each single barrel release is bottled at cask strength, ensuring an uncut, unfiltered whiskey that reflects its unique aging journey.

• Exclusivity: With its single barrel origin, no two releases are alike, making Barrel No. 5273 an unrepeatable expression.

Best Enjoyed

This whiskey is best appreciated neat or with a splash of water to unlock its depth, but it also shines in elevated bourbon-forward cocktails. For collectors and enthusiasts, it represents both a drinking experience and a piece of Kentucky’s whiskey heritage.