James Hand Crafted Single Barrel Cask Strength is a 100-proof wheated bourbon whiskey showcasing warm caramel, rich oak, and bold lingering sweetness. This unfiltered expression represents the signature character of James Distilling Co., drawn from carefully selected barrels that exemplify their wheated mash bill at its most intense. Founded with a commitment to unhurried craftsmanship, James Distilling Co. bridges traditional distillation in North Carolina with Colorado bottling expertise. Their wheated bourbon recipe defines the distillery's house style, creating a softer grain profile that allows the corn's natural sweetness to shine through. Each single barrel selection represents hours of careful tasting to find barrels with the boldest character worthy of cask strength bottling.

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Warm caramel, vanilla bean, toasted wheat, honey drizzle, subtle spice
• Palate: Rich oak tannins, brown butter, cinnamon bark, dark chocolate, wheated grain sweetness
• Finish: Long finish with lingering caramel sweetness, oak spice, and warming alcohol

Product Details

Spirit Type	Bourbon Whiskey
ABV	50.0% (100 Proof)
Volume	750ml
Age Statement	Aged Minimum 4 Years
Distillery	James Distilling Co.
Region	Elizabeth, Colorado
Mash Bill	Wheated
Barrel Type	Single Barrel

Perfect For

• Neat Sipping: The cask strength allows for personal dilution to taste
• Whiskey Collectors: Single barrel expressions offer unique bottle variations
• Gift Giving: Colorado craft distillery heritage makes for distinctive presents
• Bourbon Exploration: Wheated mash bill provides contrast to rye-heavy bourbons

Frequently Asked Questions

What does James Single Barrel Cask Strength taste like?

James Single Barrel delivers warm caramel and rich oak flavors with a bold, lingering sweetness characteristic of wheated bourbon. The 100-proof strength intensifies these flavors while the wheated mash bill creates a softer, more approachable grain profile than traditional rye-heavy bourbons.

Is James Bourbon good for cocktails?

At 100 proof, James Single Barrel excels in spirit-forward cocktails like Old Fashioneds and Manhattans where its wheated character won't be overwhelmed. The cask strength also allows bartenders to control dilution precisely, though many prefer to enjoy this premium single barrel expression neat.

How should I drink James Cask Strength Bourbon?

Start neat to experience the full flavor profile, then add small amounts of water to open up different flavor layers. The 100-proof strength benefits from a few drops of water to release aromatics, or enjoy over a single large ice cube for gradual dilution.

What makes James Distilling different from other Colorado distilleries?

James Distilling combines traditional North Carolina distillation with Colorado bottling, creating a unique bridge between regions. Their signature wheated mash bill sets them apart from most bourbon producers, emphasizing corn sweetness over spicy rye character for a distinctive flavor profile.

Is James Single Barrel worth the investment?

For wheated bourbon enthusiasts and collectors seeking unique single barrel expressions, James offers exceptional value. Each bottle represents a carefully selected barrel with bold character, unfiltered and bottled at cask strength to preserve maximum flavor intensity from this craft Colorado operation.

You must be 21 years of age or older to purchase this product.