Seelbach's Private Reserve California Cabernet Finish Bourbon

A Rare Kentucky Bourbon Aged in California Cabernet Casks

The Seelbach’s Private Reserve California Cabernet Finish Bourbon is a barrel-strength Kentucky straight bourbon that undergoes a 4-month secondary finish in a California Cabernet barrel from Aonair Winery in Howell Mountain, Napa Valley. This process enhances the bourbon’s richness, depth, and dried fruit complexity, resulting in an opulent, high-proof experience.

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Strawberry jam, molasses, and hints of white pepper with a touch of buttered toast.
• Palate: Syrupy and viscous, with the richness of Howell Mountain Cabernet, delivering layers of dried fruit sweetness and subtle spice.
• Finish: Long and warming, with notes of toasted oak, heat, and a lingering touch of dark fruit complexity.

What Makes This Bourbon Unique?

• Cabernet Barrel Finish – Finished for 4 months in California Cabernet barrels, adding dark fruit richness, depth, and balance.
• Barrel Strength – Bottled from barrel to bottle with no filtration.
• Limited Release – Only 240 bottles produced, making this a rare and collectible bourbon.
• Mash Bill – 75% Corn, 15% Rye, 10% Malted Barley, sourced from Bardstown, KY.

How to Enjoy Seelbach’s California Cabernet Finish Bourbon

• Neat or with a Splash of Water – Unlocks layers of molasses, strawberry jam, and white pepper spice.
• On the Rocks – Enhances the balance of rich fruit, heat, and toasted oak.
• In a Whiskey Cocktail – Elevates a Manhattan or Old Fashioned with its Cabernet-influenced dried fruit character.

Technical Details

• Category: Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
• Aging: Primary aging in American oak + 4 months in California Cabernet barrels
  
• Mash Bill: 75% Corn, 15% Rye, 10% Malted Barley
• Bottle Count: Limited to 240 Bottles
• Bottling Location: Jacksonville, FL

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What does the Cabernet finish add to the bourbon?
The California Cabernet barrel finish introduces rich dark fruit, subtle tannins, and additional depth, creating a smooth yet bold profile.

2. Is this a limited release?
Yes, only 240 bottles of this Cabernet-finished bourbon were produced.

3. How should I drink this bourbon?
Enjoy neat, with a splash of water, or in a well-crafted cocktail to appreciate its full character.

4. What makes Seelbach’s Private Reserve special?
Seelbach’s is a bespoke independent bottler that curates rare, high-quality craft spirits with unique secondary finishes like this Cabernet-aged bourbon.