Barrell Whiskey 18 Year Cabernet Sauvignon & Sauternes Barrels 125.24 Proof

Barrell Whiskey 18 Year Cabernet Sauvignon & Sauternes Barrels

Cask Strength Blended Whiskey | 62.62% ABV (125.24 Proof) | 750 mL | Kentucky & Canada

Process & Profile

Barrell Whiskey 18 Year Cabernet Sauvignon & Sauternes Barrels is a cask strength blended whiskey released as part of Barrell Craft Spirits’ Black Label Series, a program focused on extremely limited, high-age blends and experimental finishing.

This expression combines 18-year-old Kentucky whiskey finished in Cabernet Sauvignon barrels with Canadian whiskies aged 23 to 25 years finished in Sauternes barrels. Each component is matured independently before being blended to create balance between structure, sweetness, and depth.

The Cabernet Sauvignon barrels contribute firm tannin, dark fruit, and savory warmth, while the Sauternes barrels introduce richness, honeyed sweetness, and rounded texture. Bottled at full cask strength, this whiskey preserves its natural intensity, weight, and layered complexity.

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Dark berries, honeyed stone fruit, oak spice, and soft sweetness

• Palate: Blackberry, caramelized sugar, toasted oak, baking spice, and wine-driven richness

• Finish: Long and measured with lingering tannin, sweetness, and warming spice

What Makes It Special

• Blend of 18-year Kentucky whiskey and 23–25-year Canadian whiskies

• Finished in Cabernet Sauvignon and Sauternes barrels

• Bottled at 125.24 proof (cask strength)

• Part of Barrell’s Black Label Series

• Extremely limited, high-age blended whiskey release

How to Enjoy

Best enjoyed neat in a tulip or Glencairn glass. A few drops of water can help open the aromatics and soften the wine-influenced tannins. Ideal for slow sipping and extended tastings.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. What is Barrell Whiskey 18 Year Cabernet Sauvignon & Sauternes Barrels?
   It is a cask strength blended whiskey combining aged Kentucky and Canadian whiskies finished in wine casks.

2. What is the proof of Barrell Whiskey 18 Year Cabernet Sauvignon & Sauternes Barrels?
   It is bottled at 125.24 proof (62.62% ABV).

3. How old is the whiskey in this blend?
   The blend includes 18-year-old Kentucky whiskey and Canadian whiskies aged 23 to 25 years.

4. What influence do the wine barrels add?
   Cabernet barrels add structure and dark fruit notes, while Sauternes barrels contribute sweetness and richness.

5. Where can I buy Barrell Whiskey 18 Year Cabernet Sauvignon & Sauternes Barrels?
   You can purchase Barrell Whiskey 18 Year Cabernet Sauvignon & Sauternes Barrels directly from The Barrel Tap, a trusted online retailer for rare and limited-release whiskeys.