TBWC Barkey Hill 5YO 500mL

Barkey Hill 5 Year Old opens with a bold and inviting nose that blends sweet and spicy American character. Notes of caramelized brown sugar, maple syrup, and toasted corn rise up first, followed by layers of charred oak, cinnamon bark, and buttery vanilla. There's a rustic charm to it—like fresh cornbread by a campfire—underscored by hints of rye spice and dried tobacco leaf. On the palate, the whiskey is rich, slightly oily, and assertively flavorful. Flavors of dark honey, grilled peach, and baked apple unfold over a solid core of toasted grain and oak char. Mid-palate reveals cracked pepper, clove, and a leathery depth, adding maturity to its youthful sweetness. The balance between sweet corn richness and dry spice is well-managed, giving it a lively, mouth-coating complexity. The finish is warm and medium-long, with lingering impressions of roasted nuts, spiced vanilla, and a faint smokiness that fades into soft tannins.