About the product
Pinhook Bourbon 10 Year Old is a well-aged Kentucky straight bourbon that highlights the evolution of the brand’s vintage-focused approach. Aged for a full decade and bottled at 115.9 proof, it delivers a bold yet refined profile with depth and structure.
On the palate, it opens with rich notes of caramel, vanilla, and toasted oak, followed by layers of dark fruit, brown sugar, and baking spice. Hints of cocoa, cinnamon, and subtle nuttiness add complexity, while the higher proof enhances intensity without overwhelming balance.
The texture is full-bodied and robust, carrying warmth and richness throughout. The finish is long and warming, with lingering spice, oak, and a touch of sweetness.
Structured and expressive, this 10-year-old bourbon is ideal for sipping neat or with a few drops of water, offering a mature and balanced experience for bourbon enthusiasts.
Tasting Profile & Food Pairings
Taste Notes
At 115.9 proof, this is a robust and "structured" bourbon that shows the heavy influence of a decade in the barrel without becoming overly woody.
- Nose Sophisticated and dense. It opens with burnt orange peel, warm brioche, and butterscotch, followed by deeper notes of dried dates, tobacco leaf, and flamed citrus.
- Palate Full-bodied and balanced. You will find layers of brandied cherries, salted caramel, and candied pecans, transitioning into a savory mid-palate of Mexican hot chocolate, leather, and black pepper.
- Finish Exceptionally long. It leaves a lingering warmth of toffee and baking spices like cinnamon and clove, with a final refreshing hint of menthol and wintergreen.
Food Pairings
The high proof and "dark" flavor profile make this a perfect companion for rich, umami-heavy dishes and bold sweets.
- Savory Grilled Ribeye with a Peppercorn Crust. The high rye content and black pepper notes in the bourbon are a natural match for charred, seasoned beef.
- Main Smoked Brisket with a Coffee Rub. The espresso and "burnt sugar" notes in the finish of the 10-year-old resonate with the smoky, roasted bark of the brisket.
- Cheese Extra-Aged Gouda or Shropshire Blue. The crystalline crunch of an aged Gouda matches the butterscotch notes, while the blue cheese plays off the cherry and spice.
- Sweet Dark Chocolate Flourless Cake or Pecan Pie. The candied pecan and cocoa notes on the palate make this a seamless pairing for dense, nutty desserts.
About the brand
Pinhook is a unique whiskey brand that operates with the philosophy of a winemaker. Rather than trying to create a consistent flavor profile year after year they embrace the natural changes that occur as whiskey ages. Each year they release a new vintage from the same original stock of barrels blending and proofing the spirit to showcase its best attributes at that specific age. The brand is deeply tied to Kentucky horse racing culture with each bottle featuring a promising thoroughbred on the label. For the 10 Year Old Bourbon the featured horse is Bourbon War a champion that symbolizes the power and elegance found in this decade old spirit.
