Chicken Cock Private Cask Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey – Barrel Proof

Chicken Cock Private Cask is a single barrel, barrel-proof Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey, crafted for an uncompromised, full-flavored experience. This distillery-exclusive release showcases the heritage of Chicken Cock Whiskey, a brand that has been delivering premium bourbon since 1856.

Aged for 5 years and 2 months, this bold 120.6 proof (60.3% ABV) bourbon is crafted from a meticulously balanced mash bill of 70% corn, 21% rye, and 9% malted barley, offering a rich, complex flavor profile.

Key Details:

• Mash Bill: 70% Corn, 21% Rye, 9% Malted Barley
• Proof: 120.6 (60.3% ABV)
• Aging: 5 Years + 2 Months
• Char Toast: #3 Medium
• Finishing Barrel: New Charred American White Oak (Kelvin Char #3)
• Barreled On: 2-8-2019
• Date Pulled: 4-22-2024
• Warehouse Location: Rickhouse D, Row 23, Level 2

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Rich caramel and vanilla with toasted oak and spice.
• Palate: A robust blend of bold rye spice, dark caramel, vanilla, and baking spices, balanced by toasted oak notes.
• Finish: Long and warm, with a lingering touch of sweetness and spice from the high-rye mash bill.

Why You’ll Love It

✔ Single Barrel & Barrel Proof – No dilution, pure bourbon intensity
✔ Distillery Exclusive – A rare, collectible release
✔ Aged 5+ Years – Maturity with a deep, rich complexity
✔ High-Rye Mash Bill – For a bold and spicy character

How to Enjoy

🥃 Neat – Experience the full strength of this cask-strength bourbon
🧊 On the Rocks – Let a slow melt enhance the nuanced flavors
🍸 In a Bold Cocktail – Perfect for a high-proof Old Fashioned

FAQ

1. What is the proof and ABV of this whiskey?
It is 120.6 proof (60.3% ABV), making it a bold and full-bodied barrel-proof bourbon.

2. How is this bourbon aged?
Aged for 5 years and 2 months in new charred American white oak barrels (Kelvin Char #3), enhancing its depth of flavor.

3. Is this a limited release?
Yes! This is a distillery-exclusive single barrel release, making it a rare and collectible bourbon.

4. What does "barrel proof" mean?
Barrel proof means that this whiskey is bottled at its natural cask strength, without dilution, ensuring the most authentic and intense flavor.

5. How does the high-rye mash bill impact the flavor?
The 21% rye in the mash bill adds spicy, peppery notes, balancing beautifully with the rich sweetness from the 70% corn.