- Blend of straight bourbon whiskeys sourced, blended, and bottled by Barrell Craft Spirits in Louisville, Kentucky
- Composed of a selection of 5-, 6-, 8-, and 9-year-old straight bourbon whiskeys distilled and aged in Kentucky, Indiana, Tennessee, and Maryland
- Derived mash bill of 73% corn, 23% rye, and 4% malted barley
- Aromas of honey, candied strawberry, brown butter, and grilled peaches precede a rich, creamy palate of maple pecan, tiramisu, citrus zest, and fennel with cinnamon, toffee, and vanilla pudding on a long, sweet finish
- Non-chill filtered; 50% ABV
Built upon a foundation of innovative blending expertise by the Barrell Craft Spirits team, Barrell’s first continuous bourbon release is crafted to create a consistently rich and complex classic bourbon profile. Full-bodied and brimming with warm confection, Foundation maintains the BCS standard of impeccable flavor-building, offering a spirit refined enough for sipping but with a consistent flavor profile and proof that are ideal for cocktailing.
Info
Producer:
Vintage:
NV
Country:
United States
Region:
Kentucky
Spirit Type:
American Whiskey
Spirit Sub Type:
Bourbon
Sizes Available
| Full Bottle | US-XBB-09-NV | 12/750ml |
Press & Reviews
VinePair
Score
91
Date
2024-02-14
"Orange blossom honey leads on the nose, with a small but noticeable undercurrent of oak. Floral influence is up next, including tiny bits of rose water and spice in the form of anise. The palate starts off just as light as the nose, with floral, sweet, and citrus flavors all present and accounted for. Apple and honey are prominent, and the first two sips remind me of both mead and a semi-sweet cider. Cinnamon, nutmeg, and clove linger for nearly a minute after each sip… For a company's first foray into proofed-down whiskey, Barrell Foundation impresses…it's a downright accessible pour, and I'd be hard pressed to find any bourbon drinker that won't appreciate it in some capacity… a budget-friendly bottle worth keeping on hand."
Whisky Advocate
Score
91
Date
2023-12-01
"The nose opens up in a bakery, with aromas of baking spice, yeast, freshly baked cinnamon raisin bagels, cinnamon stick, grape jelly, and frosted mixed berry Pop-Tart. Upon first sip, there's more baking spice, as well as oatmeal raisin cookie, vanilla frosting, Frosted Flakes, and crème brûlée. The finish brings a pleasant amount of cinnamon heat, which swiftly mellows out into cereal milk, glazed Cinnabon, and cinnamon-raisin oatmeal."