Tasting Notes

Caramel, vanilla, chocolate, and smoke in body. Fades to a balance of roasted nuts, rye spice and caramel.

Aroma

Caramel, vanilla, fruit, cocoa and nuts.

Key Information

Aged 4 years in New charred American Oak Barrels

Gluten Free

Mash Bill: 60% Corn, 36% rye, 4% Malted Barley

84 Proof / 42% Alc by Vol

Interesting Facts

• “Proofed down” with a proprietary process using Sierra Nevada Alpine water.

• Each barrel is hand-selected and “dumped” at the peak of its maturity.

• This bourbon is “unfiltered” so it does not lose any flavor due to heavy filtration systems.

• Each bottle is filled, labeled and sealed by hand.

Barrel proof Bourbon finished with a coffee infused American Oak spire

The story of Nevada H & C Distilling Co. begins in 2004 when the screenwriter Jonathan Hensleigh met co-founder Aaron Chepenik in a bar in Eagle Rock, Los Angeles. They quickly realized they had the same vision of opening a bar, opening The Griffin together. After a couple years of sampling their inventory, they began discussing what they liked and didn't like about the bourbons and vodkas they were selling. One night, the idea of creating their own spirits popped up, which eventually led to them opening the first distillery in the city of Las Vegas. The City Council had to create a license especially for them since none existed beforehand. It took them 6 years of gathering equipment and setting it up, with several hurdles along the way. The bright side was that by the time they opened their doors they had several high-rye bourbons ready, which meant they could begin operating immediately. They have two brands under their belt now, both with several medals from the San Francisco World Spirits Competition: Silver Dollar American Vodka and Smoke Wagon. 

Maker Notes

Today we bring you Special Reserve Straight Bourbon. A select reserve of our special stock that is non chill filtered and aged 6 years in American Oak Barrels. Incredibly balanced with a smooth long finish. You get a generous amount of orchard fruits on the nose and clove and spice on the palate.

Flavor Profile

Appearance: Bright crimson.

Nose: The generous aromatics are loaded with caramelized orchard and citrus fruits

Palate: Harmonious and seamless, it finishes with a smooth long finish of clove and wood spices.

AWARDS

DOUBLE GOLD 2021 San Francisco World Spirits Competition
93 Points 2021 Ultimate Spirits Challenge

BUILDING ON MY PREDILECTION (and my fame) for accenting bourbon cocktails with orange peels set aflame, I have crafted a bourbon like no other: smooth, 4 years old, bottled in Kentucky and kissed with the sweet, smoky, caramelized grace of burnt orange rind.

So, making my CELEBRATED COCKTAIL is A SNAP.

JUST ADD a touch of sugar and Angostura Bitters.

Stellum Tara is a blend of three unique blends. The first is focused on high-rye and high-corn Indiana Bourbon, the second is focused on older fruit-forward Tennessee Bourbon, and the third is concentrated on spice-driven Kentucky Bourbon. The three blends were slowly layered into the final blend, resulting in a multifaceted bourbon with the structure of a high-rye Indiana Bourbon and the nuance of hand selected Tennessee and Kentucky barrels. ABV: 56.77%

The latest series, Fusion #5, showcases the fusion between exemplary 11-year-old sourced bourbon with two of our own carefully-selected mashbills. As we grow, our bourbon ages — a difference you can taste with each fusion release.

TASTING NOTES

Rich bread pudding and caramelized plantains with a touch of orange zest leads to flavors of dark chocolate and bing cherry on the palate, concluding with the signature smooth and balanced fusion finish, perfect for a cocktail or summer sipper.

Very Old Barton Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey is a classic American bourbon with a reputation for quality and value. Produced in Bardstown, Kentucky, it features a rich, full-bodied flavor profile with notes of caramel, vanilla, and oak. The whiskey is aged to perfection, offering a smooth, well-balanced taste with a hint of spice. Ideal for sipping neat or using in cocktails, it embodies the timeless craftsmanship of traditional Kentucky bourbon.

Dickel Bourbon is a handcrafted, small-batch bourbon that's been aged 8 years and blended to perfection. The liquid boasts sweet initial notes of vanilla leading into bright hints of cherry and orange before being balanced by almond toffee and oak. At 90 proof, bourbon enthusiasts can best enjoy Dickel Bourbon neat or on the rocks, in addition to mixing it into some of their favorite cocktails, like an Old Fashioned.

Maker Notes

This one changed the way we think of bourbon, all because one man changed the way he thought about making it. Bill Samuels, Sr., simply wanted a whisky he would enjoy drinking. Never bitter or sharp, Maker's Mark is made with soft red winter wheat, instead of the usual rye, for a one-of-a-kind, full-flavored bourbon that's easy to drink. To ensure consistency, we rotate every barrel by hand and age our bourbon to taste, not time. Each and every bottle of Maker's^® is still hand-dipped in our signature red wax at our distillery in Loretto, Ky., just like Bill, Sr., would have wanted.

Tasting Notes

AROMA: Sweet oak, vanilla, bright fruit and wheat prevail in the nose

TASTE: Sweet with balance of oak, vanilla and fruity essences

FINISH: Smooth and creamy with a pleasant soft spice and clean finish

Barrell Bourbon Batch 030 began with a group of tropical fruit forward 5-year-old Indiana barrels, a group of stone fruit forward 10-year-old high-rye Tennessee barrels, and a group of nutty 6, 9, 11, and 15-year-old barrels. After mingling separately for a month, they were carefully blended together. Finally, wheated bourbon from Kentucky and Wyoming was added to enhance the complexity of the blend.

Blended Bourbon Whiskey

The Three Chord flagship small batch is bottled at an easy-drinking 81 proof, featuring up to 12 year old whiskys from Kentucky, Indiana, and Tennessee to create a smooth, aromatic and versatile bourbon whiskey.

Our secondary, controlled, wood-charring process reintroduces compounds to create its maple syrup, caramel, and vanilla character. Integrating the additional toasted White American Oak staves brings depth of flavor and a hint of smokiness. We bottle our 100% blended bourbon 250 gallons at a time for a consistent flavor profile and quality taste. 

MASH BILL: 73%Corn / 20% Rye / 7% Malted Barley. We are considered a medium-high rye bourbon.

TASTING NOTES

APPEARANCE: Clear, Dark Mahogany- Pretzel.

AROMA: Maple Syrup, Caramel and Vanilla.

TASTE: Complex, grassy, slightly sweet with hints of spice that gives way to a light citrus fruit and a mild charred oak.

FINISH: A refined and lingering, honeycomb finish, with a mild hug!

Rod and Hammer’s Slo Stills Big Jim’s Old Fashioned Bourbon Whiskey is a ready-to-drink, full-strength cocktail that delivers an authentic taste of California craftsmanship. This bold concoction is made by blending Straight Bourbon Whiskey with bitters, brown sugar, and natural flavors, creating a perfectly balanced Old Fashioned cocktail that is ready to enjoy. Whether served chilled or over ice, and garnished with a brandied cherry and orange peel, this cocktail offers an effortless and refreshing experience, with the true spirit of California in every sip.

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Bright citrus that invigorates the senses, with hints of orange peel and aromatic bitters.
• Taste: Sweet bourbon harmonizes with zesty citrus, complemented by subtle bitterness, creating a smooth and bold flavor.
• Finish: A clean, crisp finish with lingering citrus notes and a touch of sweetness.

This cocktail is not only a quick and convenient choice but also a celebrated one, winning a Silver Award at the 2022 SF World Spirits Competition. With a proof of 70 and 35% ABV, it delivers the perfect balance of strength and flavor. Rod and Hammer’s Slo Stills Big Jim’s Old Fashioned Bourbon Whiskey is ready to pour 12 delicious cocktails, making it an excellent choice for any occasion. Available for purchase at Royal Batch and ready to ship to California.

Whiskey finished in rum, port, and Dunn Vineyards cabernet barrels. Distilled in Indiana, Tennessee and Canada

AWARDS​: Wine Enthusiast rating of 96

Over the past several years, Barrell Dovetail has become a highly regarded expression within our portfolio of products and the American Whiskey world. Recently, we became intrigued with applying the concept of “Dovetail” to some of our older stocks. The result is BCS Gray Label Dovetail, which still boasts our award-winning blend of Whiskey finished in rum, port, and Dunn Vineyards cabernet barrels and uses the same finishing and blending method. The difference, as with all our Gray Label offerings, is that we used older and more rare barrels in Gray Label Dovetail. The result harmoniously unites a dark and fruity California cabernet finish, a jammy and pleasurable port finish, and a sweet and funky rum finish to create a well-balanced, iconic whiskey. The component whiskeys are aged up to 20 years, making the final blend significantly more elegant.

An ester-forward bourbon with the brooding depth of cabernet and port casks. The varied distillates and casks come together into a complex palate that showcases the cola notes of whiskey that’s spent many years in oak.​

Appearance: Warm Amber.

Nose: Green grape, tart apple, and pollen lead into one very vivid note of just-pressed cider. The notes of gooseberry jam, cranberry sauce, and dried apricot are pronounced and defined. Maple walnut ice cream, tahini, and leather provide a subtle, savory undertone.

Palate: Robust and impeccably balanced, with flavors ranging from strawberry rhubarb pie to fennel pollen. Flan and coconut oil provide a rich and creamy texture that balances some light sandy tannin and modest astringency. Depth seems to come mostly from the oldest Canadian whiskeys, in the form of fennel, poppy seed and peppercorn. Allspice, ginger, and cola notes from the French and American oak round it out.

Finish: A burst of licorice candy and molasses gives way to
Earl Grey Tea with honey. The palate is left with a range of dusty mineral notes, among them necco wafers, oyster shell, and squid ink.

With a splash of spring water: Classical notes of crème brulée and funnel cake take the lead. The complexity here is more savory, with shiso, tomato, and tajin. An unexpected burst of lychee on the finish yields to charcoal and paraffin.

Legendary Master Distillers Jimmy and Eddie Russell use over 100 years of combined experience to create this thoughtfully crafted expression. Each bottle of Russell’s Reserve 13 Year Old is aged for a minimum of 13 years, reaching an ABV of 57.4% and promising a distinctive, rich, warm flavor best enjoyed right out of the bottle.

TASTING NOTES

COLOR: Dark amber

AROMA: Lots of aged character. Sweet and woody with notes of dark dried fruit like cherry or plum and confectionary notes of honey, chocolate, caramel, nougat and brown sugar throughout.

TASTE: Sweet and warming. Dried dark fruit notes complete with charred confectionary notes of charred marshmallow or burnt brown sugar. Smoky campfire notes enhance the finish on the palate.

FINISH: Warming, long and lingering, this finish does not give up

AWARDS: Voted #1 American Whiskey of 2021 by Fred Minnick, World-Renowned Spirits Expert

Our flagship bourbon is a balanced and delicate grain-forward whiskey made with sustainably grown corn, rye and lots of malted barley.

The whiskey is aged in new American oak barrels at char 3, allowing the flavors from the high malt content— honey, maple and nut— to complement the caramel, toffee and vanilla notes typical of bourbons. Try our staple offering neat or over ice to get to know it, then mix it into warm or cold cocktails to learn its many nuances.

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Our most quintessential bourbon at a higher proof to satisfy the thirst of a bigger more robust Reserve offering.

NOSE: Leather, humidor and sorghum (or fried apple pie).

FLAVOR: Cinnamon toast, toffee, brown sugar.

FINISH: A long finish with a hint of spice.

Trey decided to offer Jefferson’s Reserve, our most quintessential bourbon in the portfolio, at a higher proof to satisfy the thirst of a bigger more robust Reserve offering. This expression enhances the flavors without being too strong. The single barrel allows the Jefferson’s Reserve flavors to be amplified at the enhanced proof. Jefferson’s Reserve at 100 proof hits the apex of flavors extracted, without burying the secondary elements.

Big flavors have always been the cornerstone of our prized Texas Whiskies, and Texas Pot Still Bourbon is no exception. Made grain-to-glass using a traditional pot still distillation ensures a rich and viscous spirit that stands up to aging in new charred oak without losing its essence. Each dram is full of character and body, with an aromatic entry and soft finish, for an approachable yet memorable experience.