About the product
Barrell Bourbon Batch 037 is a cask strength blend of straight bourbons sourced from Kentucky, Indiana, and Tennessee, showcasing a refined balance of age, intensity, and complexity. Carefully blended from barrels aged between approximately 7 and 15 years, it delivers a bold yet polished profile.
On the palate, it opens with rich notes of caramel, vanilla, and brown sugar, layered with orchard fruit, citrus, and subtle tropical hints. A gentle spice builds through the mid-palate, accompanied by touches of chocolate, toasted oak, and baking spice.
The texture is full-bodied and creamy, carrying its higher proof with smoothness and structure. The finish is long and warming, with lingering spice, oak, and a touch of sweetness.
Complex and well-integrated, Batch 037 reflects Barrell’s blending expertise, offering a bold and layered bourbon suited for sipping and appreciation.
Tasting Profile & Food Pairings
Taste Notes
Batch 037 is noted for its buttery mouthfeel and an interesting "savory-meets-tropical" fruit profile.
- Nose High-toned and sweet. It opens with green apples and melted caramel, followed by more exotic layers of guava, papaya, and overripe apricot. There are subtle herbal whispers of lavender and sagebrush.
- Palate Rich and syrupy. Initial flavors of cherry cola and butterscotch transition into a complex fruit compote of cooked pears and orange marmalade. A spicy backbone of white pepper and pink peppercorns keeps the sweetness in check.
- Finish Long and drying. It leaves lingering notes of milk chocolate, French press coffee, and Heath Bar toffee, with a final hint of pipe tobacco and wet earth.
Food Pairings
The combination of high proof, dark sugars, and tropical acidity makes this bourbon a fantastic companion for rich, textured dishes.
- Savory Honey-Glazed Roasted Duck or Pork Belly. The fat in the meat buffers the 111-proof heat, while the honey glaze resonates with the caramel and stone fruit notes in the bourbon.
- Cheese Aged White Cheddar or Shropshire Blue. The sharp acidity of the cheddar cuts through the buttery mouthfeel of the whiskey, while the blue cheese enhances the earthy tobacco notes on the finish.
- Sweet Bananas Foster or Peach Cobbler. The tropical fruit and cooked pear notes in the bourbon are a natural extension of these warm, caramelized desserts.
- Snack Roasted Pecans with Sea Salt. The salt and nuttiness highlight the "Heath Bar" and toffee characteristics of the mid-palate.
About the brand
Barrell Craft Spirits is an independent blender and bottler based in Louisville, Kentucky. Founded by Joe Beatrice in 2013, the company does not operate a traditional distillery but instead sources exceptional barrels from established producers across North America. Their philosophy is rooted in the art of blending, treating each batch as a unique experiment that will never be repeated. They are famous for bottling every release at cask strength and without chill-filtration, ensuring the spirit retains its natural oils and robust character. This transparent, quality-focused approach has made them one of the most awarded whiskey companies in the United States.
