Are you looking for your next limited release whiskey? Well, Hard Truth Distilling Co. just added four new Fall Reserve Whiskeys for 2024 and they have you covered. All four of the Fall Reserve Whiskeys highlight unique cooperage or finishing methods. We tried a Maple Brûlée cask finish for the first time at Kentucky Bourbon Festival this past weekend from another distillery and cannot wait to see how Hard Truth’s turns out.
Press Release Summarized and Edited by Bourbon Lens and AI
Nashville, IN (September 12, 2024) – Hard Truth Distilling Co., renowned for its grain-to-glass sweet mash whiskeys, has announced the launch of four limited-edition reserve whiskeys for fall 2024. The whiskeys are Barrel Finish Reserve 2024 Blend. Master Distiller’s Reserve 2024 Blend. Double Oaked Sweet Mash Rye. Maple Brûlée Rye. These expressions are crafted by Master Distiller Bryan Smith and cooperage expert Chris Moore. They showcase innovative barrel finishing techniques. The meticulous blending is also highlighted.
Exclusive Fall 2024 Hard Truth Releases:
- Barrel Finish Reserve 2024 Blend
- Mash bill: 94% rye, 6% malted barley
- Blend composition: Cognac 31%, Sauternes 26%, PX Sherry 26%, PX Brandy 17%
- Proof: 116.8 (58.4% ABV)
- MSRP: $89.99
- Release Date: September 7, 2024
- Double Oaked Sweet Mash Rye
- Mash bill: 94% rye, 6% malted barley
- Proof: 106.9 (53.54% ABV)
- MSRP: $69.99
- Release Date: September 7, 2024
- Master Distiller’s Reserve 2024 Blend
- Blend composition: Chocolate Malt Rye (20%), Caramel Malt Rye (50%), Malted Rye (30%)
- Proof: 115 (57.5% ABV)
- MSRP: $89.99
- Release Date: September 7, 2024
- Maple Brûlée Rye
- Mash bill: 69 percent rye, 20 percent corn, 11 percent malted barley
- Finish: Rested just over one year in maple brûlée barrels, then briefly on Jupilles French Oak
- Proof: Bottled at cask strength
- Batch Size: Eight barrels produced
- Age: 4+ years
- MSRP: $89.99
- Release: Sept. 28, 2024
Award-Winning Heritage and Craftsmanship
The new releases follow a string of recent accolades for Hard Truth’s whiskeys. These accolades include ASCOT Awards and recognition in Fred Minnick’s Top 100 American Whiskeys. Hard Truth’s Sweet Mash Rye has been particularly well received. It earned top honors in the USA Spirits Awards. It also received a 93-point score from Whiskey Advocate.
Master Distiller Bryan Smith emphasizes the importance of innovation in crafting these limited reserve expressions. Smith and Moore worked with expert cooperages. These include Independent Stave Company and Tonnellerie Moreau. They developed these new releases using a blend of science, craftsmanship, and inspiration.
How to Get Hard Truth Fall 2024 Whiskeys
Due to the limited production of these whiskeys, securing a bottle will be a challenge. Master Distiller Bryan Smith recommends visiting the Hard Truth Distillery in Nashville, Indiana. This gives you the best chance of purchasing these highly sought-after releases. Hard Truth also distributes its products across 20 states and through ReserveBar for online sales in more than 40 states.
For more information, visit Hard Truth Distilling Co..
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