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Based on feedback from his travels and from some of the world’s top bartenders, Tom Bulleit made the call to make the newest Bulleit Bourbon a high octane release, rather than focusing on flavors and finishes. That call led to Bulleit Barrel Strength Bourbon, officially launched last week.
Identified by its blue label, this version of Bulleit is drawn from the same high rye stock as the normal Bulleit Bourbon, roughly 2/3s corn and 1/3 rye, with just enough malt to make the chemistry work. The whiskey is uncut and unfiltered, and while release strengths will naturally vary, for the most part bottles of this cask strength bourbon will float in the range of 120 to 125 proof.
Initially Bulleit Barrel Strength Bourbon will be available only in Kentucky, and then go onto wider distribution. Retail prices are set at $49.99 for a 750 ml bottle and $29.99 for a 375 ml bottle.
