The idea behind Barrell Craft Spirits is to explore the unique effects of different distillation methods, barrels, and aging environments, and bottle them at cask strength. This is accomplished through outstanding relationships within the tightly-knit whiskey community and sourcing the best whiskies available without compromise. By definition, the bottlings of Barrell Spirits are limited in nature with new releases hitting the market frequently. Barrels are sourced from around the country (and the world) & shipped to Barrells facilities in Georgetown and Frankfurt, Kentucky for additional aging and bottling.
Dovetail took almost a year to get right, from blending to labeling, all coming together in a seemingly perfect point. We have produced limited releases of Dovetail using the same ingredients and process. With each bottling, there are proof variations. Dovetail is blended to highlight some of our favorite flavors. Woody bourbon; terroir driven Dunn Cabernet; toasted French oak; Late Bottled Vintage Port pipes; black strap molasses casks; all working in tandem to create a buttery and deep whiskey as unique as it is delicious.
APPEARANCE: Rose gold with highlights of worn copper
AROMAS: Pungently floral and herbaceous with mature notes both sweet and savory fruit derived both from the spirit as well as the cask treatment
TASTE: Dark cocoa, molasses, burnt marshmallow mingl with spicy cola, nutmeg, Tellicherry peppercorn, an effect well-complemented by the cask treatment and rendered more complex by the savory and herbaceous themes running throughout
FINISH: Sweet and elegant signature of rose jelly, chestnut honey, with lingering notes of hazelnut, eucalyptus, and Corsican mint.