sweet
spicy
spicy rye
mint
black pepper
orange zest
citrus
wheat
banana
Barton Distillery
1792 Ridgemont Reserve Bourbon Barrel Select
Tasting Notes
Appearance / Color
Dark Amber, almost copper
Smell / Nose / Aroma
Hint of orange zest coupled with a solid rye spice ... like the beefy Marine brother of Gran Marnier
Flavor / Taste / Palate
Pleasantly less sweet than some Bourbons, solid wood feel in the mouth, all the spice you want
Finish
Lingering pepper with pumpkin spice and citrus
Dark Amber, almost copper
Smell / Nose / Aroma
Hint of orange zest coupled with a solid rye spice ... like the beefy Marine brother of Gran Marnier
Flavor / Taste / Palate
Pleasantly less sweet than some Bourbons, solid wood feel in the mouth, all the spice you want
Finish
Lingering pepper with pumpkin spice and citrus
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It’s like drinking America in a bottle
1792 Bourbons are a select (sister) brand of Buffalo Trace—one of the most awarded distillers in Kentucky. They in turn are owned by Sazerac—the New Orleans creators of the eponymous Sazerac Bourbon Cocktail and diviners of dozens of classic Bourbons we all enjoy (Thank you Sazerac!).
Why call it 1792? Because that was the year Kentucky became a state of course! And nothing screams Kentucky more than this classic American Whiskey from a classic American company.
By law, Bourbon must be at least 51% Corn mash. The rest can be almost anything, but is usually a combination of barley, wheat, and rye grain spirits. 1792 is a “High Rye Bourbon” which means that, while some Bourbons might have as little as 10% Rye, 1792 has significantly more ... as much as 30%. The exact proportions vary a bit because this is a “barrel select” Bourbon, which means that the Whiskey master is not trying to satisfy a scientific formula or government regulator, he is mixing barrel lots to achieve the perfect taste (as he should!).
1792 Ridgemont Reserve Bourbon Barrel Select is like drinking America in a bottle: Brash and full-bodied ... spicy but balanced. Great to drink neat, but the rich texture and spice make it a perfect foundation for a Mint Julip, Classic Manhattan, or Sazerac Cocktail. Boom!
1792 Bourbons are a select (sister) brand of Buffalo Trace—one of the most awarded distillers in Kentucky. They in turn are owned by Sazerac—the New Orleans creators of the eponymous Sazerac Bourbon Cocktail and diviners of dozens of classic Bourbons we all enjoy (Thank you Sazerac!).
Why call it 1792? Because that was the year Kentucky became a state of course! And nothing screams Kentucky more than this classic American Whiskey from a classic American company.
By law, Bourbon must be at least 51% Corn mash. The rest can be almost anything, but is usually a combination of barley, wheat, and rye grain spirits. 1792 is a “High Rye Bourbon” which means that, while some Bourbons might have as little as 10% Rye, 1792 has significantly more ... as much as 30%. The exact proportions vary a bit because this is a “barrel select” Bourbon, which means that the Whiskey master is not trying to satisfy a scientific formula or government regulator, he is mixing barrel lots to achieve the perfect taste (as he should!).
1792 Ridgemont Reserve Bourbon Barrel Select is like drinking America in a bottle: Brash and full-bodied ... spicy but balanced. Great to drink neat, but the rich texture and spice make it a perfect foundation for a Mint Julip, Classic Manhattan, or Sazerac Cocktail. Boom!
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StyleBourbon
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RegionKentucky
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CountryUnited States
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Alcohol46.85%
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DistilleryBarton Distillery
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BottlerBarton Distillery
Ratings & Reviews
Member Reviews and Ratings of 1792 Ridgemont Reserve Bourbon Barrel Select
anonymous,
Delicious
anonymous,
Everyday drinking bourbon. High rye content lends a spiciness to cocktails and keeps standards like the Old Fashioned or Manhattan from turning into a sugary mess. Some interesting cinnamon notes on the finish
Paul,
Not my fav but definitely drinkable. Harsh slightly....but not bad on the rocks.
anonymous,
Excellent bourbon. Smooth with a sweetness, yet simultaneously it has a kick of spice and pepper. For mid-range bourbon, this is a solid option.
Jason,
Like another review said, "not as smooth as I would like".
You can tell it has a high rye content, but it isn't a Rye whiskey. Seems to have a flavor that can't tell if it wants to be Rye or Bourbon. I love Rye whiskey and Bourbon whiskey, but I didn't love this middle of the road flavor.
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