Black Label Release Available Online March 5 at 10 AM EST. Don’t miss our sit down with Tripp Stimson as we unpack this new release and the Barrell Double Barrel Foundation.
Louisville, KY (March 4, 2025) – Barrell Craft Spirits® (BCS), the industry’s leading independent blender of cask strength whiskey, is set to launch a limited release of Barrell Toasted Vantage on Wednesday, March 5, at 10 AM EST. This exclusive small-batch bourbon release is limited to only 300 bottles, available online for $199 per 750ml bottle.
In addition, 30 bottles will be available for purchase at the BCS blending facility at 2100 Watterson Trail, Louisville, KY, with an opportunity to have them signed by Founder Joe Beatrice, Chief Whiskey Scientist Tripp Stimson, and Blender/Manager of Blending Operations Nic Christiansen.
What Makes Barrell Toasted Vantage Unique?
🔥 A Toasted Take on the Award-Winning Vantage Bourbon
🛢️ Triple Oak Finish: A blend of straight bourbons finished in Mizunara, French, and toasted American oak
🥃 Extended Maturation: Further aged 22 months in Grand Cru Limited Edition American Oak Barrels
⚖️ Cask Strength: Bottled at 115.16 proof (57.58% ABV)
The result is a rich, complex bourbon that showcases enhanced wood characteristics with notes of vanilla, tropical fruit, sandalwood, and graham cracker.
“Barrell Toasted Vantage is a bold evolution of our original Vantage Bourbon, highlighting the depth and complexity that comes from innovative barrel finishing techniques,” said Joe Beatrice, Founder of Barrell Craft Spirits.
Where to Buy Barrell Toasted Vantage
🛒 Online Release: March 5, 10 AM EST (Limited to 300 Bottles)
📍 In-Person Release: 30 bottles available at BCS Blending Facility (Louisville, KY)
✍️ Signed Bottles: Available in-person from Joe Beatrice, Tripp Stimson, and Nic Christiansen
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