RD One Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey Double Finished In Oak and Maple Barrels 750mL

RD1 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey Double Finished In Oak and Maple Barrels

Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey | Double Finished in Oak & Maple Barrels | 49.95% ABV (99.9 Proof) | 750mL | Aged 4+ Years

Process & Profile

RD1 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey Double Finished In Oak and Maple Barrels is a wood-finished Kentucky straight bourbon built around sweetness, texture, and dessert-like barrel influence. RD1 uses Kentucky straight bourbon aged at least four years, then finishes it with oak and maple barrel influence to create a richer profile centered on maple, caramel, toasted sugar, and baking spice.

This expression is part of RD1’s broader focus on exploring how unique wood finishing changes the character of Kentucky bourbon. The result is a whiskey that keeps a classic bourbon base while layering in a sweeter, maple-driven finish. At 99.9 proof, it has enough strength for sipping and cocktails without becoming overly hot, making it approachable for bourbon drinkers who enjoy a flavorful pour with noticeable barrel finishing.

For customers searching for a maple-finished bourbon, dessert-style whiskey, or a Kentucky straight bourbon with a more distinctive finish, RD1 Double Finished In Oak and Maple Barrels offers a smooth, sweet, and easy-to-enjoy profile.

Tasting Notes

• Maple syrup, honey, and graham cracker on the nose
• Molasses, caramel corn, and roasted pecan
• Maple sugar candy, brown sugar, and light oak
• Butterscotch and toasted caramel sweetness
• Black peppercorn spice for balance
• Long, smooth finish with maple, spice, and lingering caramel

What Makes It Special

• Kentucky straight bourbon double finished with oak and maple barrel influence
• Bottled at 99.9 proof for a flavorful but approachable pour
• Aged at least four years
• Dessert-forward profile with maple, caramel, molasses, pecan, and brown sugar
• Strong option for Old Fashioneds, whiskey sours, and after-dinner sipping
• Part of RD1’s wood-finished bourbon lineup
• Great fit for customers looking for a sweet, smooth, maple-accented bourbon

How to Enjoy

RD1 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey Double Finished In Oak and Maple Barrels is best enjoyed neat if you want to experience the maple, caramel, molasses, pecan, and brown sugar notes clearly. Let it rest in the glass for a few minutes before sipping so the sweetness and oak finish can open.

A large ice cube can soften the proof and bring out more maple and butterscotch character. For cocktails, this bourbon works especially well in an Old Fashioned, where the maple-driven profile can reduce the need for extra sweetener. It also fits nicely in a Whiskey Sour, Manhattan-style bourbon cocktail, or a simple bourbon highball with ginger ale.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What does RD1 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey Double Finished In Oak and Maple Barrels taste like?
   RD1 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey Double Finished In Oak and Maple Barrels tastes sweet and smooth, with maple syrup, brown sugar, molasses, caramel corn, roasted pecan, butterscotch, toasted oak, and black peppercorn spice.
2. What proof is RD1 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey Double Finished In Oak and Maple Barrels?
   RD1 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey Double Finished In Oak and Maple Barrels is bottled at 99.9 proof, which equals 49.95% ABV.
3. How long is RD1 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey Double Finished In Oak and Maple Barrels aged?
   RD1 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey Double Finished In Oak and Maple Barrels is made from Kentucky straight bourbon aged at least four years.
4. How should I drink RD1 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey Double Finished In Oak and Maple Barrels?
   RD1 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey Double Finished In Oak and Maple Barrels can be enjoyed neat, over ice, or in cocktails like an Old Fashioned, Whiskey Sour, Manhattan-style bourbon drink, or bourbon highball.
5. Where can I buy RD1 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey Double Finished In Oak and Maple Barrels?
   You can buy RD1 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey Double Finished In Oak and Maple Barrels directly from The Barrel Tap, a trusted online source for finished bourbon, Kentucky whiskey, and premium spirits.