Heritage
Ezra Brooks Cask Strength Single Barrel Select Bourbon (750 ml, 120 Proof) is a bold, unfiltered expression that captures the true essence of barrel-aged Kentucky whiskey. Bottled straight from the cask without dilution, it delivers the full depth and intensity that only cask-strength bourbon can offer.
Crafted from a traditional high-corn mash bill and aged in new, charred American oak barrels, each hand-selected single barrel showcases its own unique balance of sweetness, spice, and oak complexity. True to the Ezra Brooks legacy of authenticity and craftsmanship, this bourbon represents the pinnacle of the brand’s lineup — unapologetically rich, robust, and made for those who appreciate whiskey in its purest form.
Tasting Profile & Food Pairings
Tasting Notes
Ezra Brooks Cask Strength Single Barrel Select Bourbon delivers a powerful yet elegant Kentucky profile straight from the barrel. The nose opens with waves of caramelized oak, vanilla bean, and dark brown sugar, followed by undertones of tobacco, toasted nuts, and spice. On the palate, it’s bold and full-bodied — rich toffee, butterscotch, and charred oak intertwine with cinnamon, clove, and a touch of dark chocolate. The high proof amplifies its depth while maintaining a smooth, velvety texture, finishing long with notes of toasted oak, molasses, and lingering heat.
Food Pairings
Best enjoyed with hearty and smoky dishes that match its strength. Pairs beautifully with grilled ribeye, smoked brisket, or barbecued pork ribs. Complements aged cheeses such as cheddar or gouda, and enhances sweet-spiced desserts like pecan pie, bread pudding, or dark chocolate truffles. A whiskey of this intensity also pairs wonderfully with a fine cigar or espresso, creating a rich, slow-sipping experience.
Craftsmanship
Ezra Brooks is a Kentucky bourbon brand with roots in traditional American whiskey heritage. It has long been associated with a bold, no-nonsense style and a focus on strength, character, and value. The Ezra Brooks family includes several expressions, but the flagship identity remains grounded in authenticity, honest flavor, and a willingness to push limits.
The “Cask Strength Single Barrel Select” release underscores Ezra’s commitment to unfiltered intensity and barrel-level distinction. Unlike standard bourbons that are diluted before bottling, Cask Strength expressions are bottled nearly “straight from the barrel,” preserving greater concentration, texture, and nuance. Selecting single barrels (rather than blending many barrels) emphasizes uniqueness, giving each bottle its own personality — traits that whiskey enthusiasts prize.
For Ezra Brooks, it’s a statement: they aren’t aiming for crowd-pleasing subtlety but for a whiskey experience that encourages exploration, depth, and commitment. With the Cask Strength Single Barrel, the brand offers one of its most daring expressions — rich, layered, expressive, and worthy of attentive tasting.
