{"title":"Kings County Distillery","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"kings-county-barrel-strength-peated-bourbon-whiskey","title":"Kings County Barrel Strength Peated Bourbon Whiskey","description":"\u003cp\u003eKings County Barrel Strength Peated Bourbon is a straight bourbon whiskey bottled at cask strength 129 proof (64.5% ABV), representing New York City's oldest whiskey distillery's pioneering approach to American whiskey. This innovative expression combines traditional bourbon craftsmanship with Scottish peating techniques, creating what the distillery proudly calls \"The Original Peated Bourbon.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFounded in Brooklyn's Paymaster Building in the Brooklyn Navy Yard, Kings County Distillery has been at the forefront of New York's craft spirits renaissance since 2010. Their barrel strength peated bourbon showcases the distillery's commitment to pushing boundaries while respecting whiskey tradition, using locally sourced grains and traditional copper pot still distillation to create uniquely American expressions with international influences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Campfire smoke, vanilla bean, caramelized brown sugar, toasted oak, sweet peat moss\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich bourbon sweetness, smoky barbecue char, honey drizzle, baking spices, roasted grain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long and warming with lingering smoke, oak tannins, and sweet vanilla\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpirit Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStraight Bourbon Whiskey\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eABV\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e64.5% (129 Proof)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eVolume\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e750ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAge Statement\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5 Years or More\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDistillery\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKings County Distillery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRegion\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrooklyn, New York\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBarrel Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePeated Bourbon Barrels\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProduction\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCertified Craft Spirits\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhiskey Collectors:\u003c\/strong\u003e A rare expression from NYC's oldest distillery showcasing innovative American craft distilling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNeat Sipping:\u003c\/strong\u003e Best enjoyed with a splash of water to open up the complex smoke and bourbon interplay\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Occasions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Perfect for celebrating craft spirits innovation and New York distilling heritage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScotch Whisky Enthusiasts:\u003c\/strong\u003e An intriguing American take on peated whiskey for those who appreciate smoky complexity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat does Kings County Barrel Strength Peated Bourbon taste like?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKings County Barrel Strength Peated Bourbon offers a unique combination of classic bourbon sweetness with Scottish-inspired peat smoke. The high proof delivers intense flavors of vanilla, caramel, and honey balanced by campfire smoke and oak spice, creating a complex sipping experience unlike traditional American whiskeys.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow should I drink this barrel strength bourbon?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis 129-proof bourbon is best enjoyed neat with a few drops of water to open up the flavors, or on the rocks. The high alcohol content makes it perfect for slow sipping, allowing you to appreciate the interplay between sweet bourbon character and smoky peat influence. Start with small sips and add water to your preference.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat makes Kings County's peated bourbon different from regular bourbon?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKings County uses peated barley in their mash bill, similar to Scottish whisky production, which imparts distinctive smoke flavors to the bourbon. This makes it \"The Original Peated Bourbon\" – a uniquely American interpretation that combines traditional bourbon sweetness with European peating techniques, all produced in Brooklyn using craft distilling methods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this bourbon worth the premium price?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis barrel strength peated bourbon represents exceptional value for craft whiskey enthusiasts seeking something truly unique. As a pioneering expression from NYC's oldest distillery, it offers complexity and innovation that justifies the premium, especially considering the craft production methods, high proof, and the rarity of American peated whiskeys in the market.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat bourbons are similar to Kings County Peated Bourbon?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile few American whiskeys use peat, this bourbon will appeal to fans of Balcones Brimstone or other smoke-influenced American whiskeys. Bourbon lovers who enjoy high-proof expressions like Elijah Craig Barrel Proof or craft distillery offerings will appreciate the intensity, while Scotch drinkers familiar with Islay whiskies will recognize the peat influence in an American whiskey context.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eYou must be 21 years of age or older to purchase this product.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kings County Distillery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48832733020400,"sku":"KCBSPBW","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0535\/6958\/5335\/files\/front_152b833e-5206-471c-bdf1-0e5d950f6b2c.jpg?v=1771261120"},{"product_id":"kings-county-distillery-peated-bourbon-barrel-strength-whiskey","title":"Kings County Distillery Peated Bourbon Barrel Strength Whiskey","description":"Kings County Distillery Barrel Strength Peated Bourbon is a straight bourbon whiskey bottled at cask strength 129 proof, representing the original peated bourbon from New York City's oldest whiskey distillery. This innovative American whiskey combines traditional bourbon craftsmanship with the smoky influence of peated malt, creating a distinctive flavor profile that bridges Scottish and American whiskey traditions.\n\nFrom the historic Brooklyn distillery that pioneered craft whiskey in New York City, Kings County Distillery has been pushing boundaries since their founding as the city's first legal distillery since Prohibition. Their barrel strength peated bourbon represents years of experimentation and dedication to creating something truly unique in the American whiskey landscape, utilizing traditional copper pot stills and time-honored methods while incorporating the distinctive smokiness of peated malt.\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Campfire smoke, vanilla bean, caramelized sugar, toasted oak, dried fruit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Intense peat smoke, honey sweetness, dark chocolate, spiced orange peel, charred oak\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long with lingering smoke, warm spices, leather, and bourbon vanilla\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpirit Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStraight Bourbon Whiskey\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eABV\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e64.5% (129 Proof)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eVolume\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e750ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAge Statement\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAged 5 Years or More\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDistillery\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKings County Distillery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRegion\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrooklyn, New York\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecial Feature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBarrel Strength, Peated\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhiskey Collectors:\u003c\/strong\u003e A rare expression from America's first peated bourbon producer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNeat Sipping:\u003c\/strong\u003e Best enjoyed with a splash of water to open up the complex flavors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Occasions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Perfect for sharing with fellow whiskey enthusiasts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGift Giving:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unique bottle for the whiskey lover who has everything\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat does Kings County Peated Bourbon taste like?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKings County Peated Bourbon offers a unique flavor profile combining traditional bourbon sweetness with Scottish-style peat smoke. You'll experience intense campfire and barbecue smoke on the nose, followed by honey, vanilla, and dark chocolate on the palate, with a long smoky finish that sets it apart from conventional bourbon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eShould I drink this bourbon neat or with water?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 129 proof, this barrel strength bourbon benefits from a few drops of water to unlock its full flavor potential. Start neat to appreciate the intensity, then add small amounts of water until you find your preferred balance of heat and flavor complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow is peated bourbon different from regular bourbon?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePeated bourbon incorporates malted barley that has been dried over peat fires, similar to Scottish whisky production. This creates smoky, earthy flavors that complement bourbon's natural corn sweetness, resulting in a unique hybrid that combines American and Scottish whiskey traditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs Kings County Peated Bourbon worth the price?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs the original peated bourbon from NYC's oldest distillery, this represents a pioneering spirit in American whiskey innovation. The barrel strength bottling, extended aging, and unique production methods justify the premium pricing for collectors and enthusiasts seeking something truly distinctive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is similar to Kings County Peated Bourbon?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor those who enjoy this expression, consider exploring other innovative American whiskeys like Balcones Texas Single Malt or Corsair Triple Smoke. 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