Description
STARLING – TK-103 | 120.1 proof | 73 bottles
A single-barrel selection from the Rare Birds series by Subtle Spirits, this expressive bourbon draws you in with refined richness and subtle complexity.
Tasting Notes
Milk chocolate envelops the palate, followed by crisp graham-cracker crunch and a deep note of Vicenza leather. A last whisper of sun-warmed raisins adds dimension and lingering elegance.
Details
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Cask strength at 120.1 proof
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Only 73 bottles released
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Part of the Rare Birds collection—an limited series aged 16 years and 2 months.
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Artwork by Shayna Larsen: each label features one of her signature feather paintings, enhanced with holographic foil to reflect light the way a real bird’s plume does.
Why this bottle stands out
This barrel is a masterclass in balance: the deep cocoa richness doesn’t dominate, the leather note adds a sophisticated savory dimension, and the graham-cracker and raisin notes tie it together with warmth and sweetness. At this proof and release size, it’s a rare opportunity for collectors and connoisseurs alike.
Serving suggestion
Best enjoyed neat or with one carefully dropped splash of room-temperature water to open the aromatics. Let it rest in the glass for a minute before sipping—the bouquet of milk chocolate and leather reveals more layers as it breathes.
