You know it, you love it. . This high proof, Bottled-in-Bond Bourbon was named for Henry McKenna, the Irish immigrant who adapted his familys whiskey recipe to work the grains he found in Kentucky. Its drinkable and not terribly unpleasant, but this should be so much more. Pour Bourbon, and then add water. Review #34: Henry McKenna 10 Year Single Barrel Bottled in Bond In addition, single barrel bourbons are generally considered to be drawn from the honey barrels as they must be taken as is; distillers do not have the option to blend them into other barrels to achieve the desired end result. Barrel #4933 had a heavy, rich rewarding nose, an above average palate and a more tannic/burnt finish. Its 10 year age statement and BiB designation should satisfy bourbon purists. Some bottles move faster than others, so it's always good to call ahead. Heaven Hill Distillery's Henry McKenna Single Barrel Bourbon was announced as the "Best in Show Whiskey" at the 2019 San Francisco World Spirits Competition. Parkers Heritage Collection Promise of Hope, Bernheim Barrel Proof Original Wheat Whiskey (Batch A223), World Whiskey Society Doc Holliday 8 Year Bourbon, Bardstown Bourbon Company Origin Series Bottled in Bond Bourbon, Lifting the shroud on malted corn bourbon with Frey Ranch's Co-Founder Colby Frey, The definitive guide on how to drink bourbon. Size 750mL Proof 100 (50% ABV) *Please note that the ABV of this bottle may vary Aged for a minimum of ten years, this bourbon was called "magnificent" by Jim Murray, author of the Whisky Bible. There is an opinion out there that after barrel #6000, that the quality begins to fall off. Amazingly light nose tickle considering the proof. Its not over-oaked, per se, but it does seem to lack a lot of the complexity that usually comes with long aging in Kentucky. The alcohol feels just right - at the 100 proof required to be bottled in bond it is robust, but not over the top. Benchmark. People snapped up McKenna like it was the nectar of the gods in part because the asking price at the time was $35. Average mouth feel but it coats nicely and introduces no unpleasant burn. Review # 33: Henry McKenna 10 Year Single Barrel Bottled-in-Bond I know theyre out there because my experiences from other barrels were good. But remember, how you drink your whiskey is your decision. This high proof, Bottled-in-Bond Bourbon was named for Henry McKenna, the Irish immigrant who adapted his family's whiskey recipe to work with the grains he found in Kentucky. It seems as its competitors are higher in price, lower in age or have a proof that is separated by at least 10 proof points. Its rye mashbill is given away with a strong sensation of cooling menthol moments later. Vier het gebotteld in Bond Bourbon, de geest die Amerikaanse whisky Choose Brand. Your email address is never shared. The Best 10-Year-Old Bourbons You Can Buy - UPROXX