{"product_id":"louisville-rickhouse-8-year-small-batch-bourbon-whiskey","title":"Louisville Rickhouse 8 Year Small Batch Bourbon Whiskey","description":"\u003cp\u003eLouisville Rickhouse Small Batch Straight Bourbon Whiskey is an 8-year-aged Kentucky bourbon bottled at barrel strength 127.42 proof, representing an ultra-small batch expression of just 600 bottles. This non-chill-filtered straight bourbon whiskey showcases the deep character and complexity that emerges from careful barrel selection and masterful blending by J Davenport.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Louisville Rickhouse stands as a testament to Kentucky's storied bourbon heritage, where traditional distilling methods meet artisanal craftsmanship. This hand-selected expression pays tribute to the time-honored craft of blending, curating four carefully chosen barrels from ISC cooperage to create a whiskey that embodies the essence of Louisville's rich distilling tradition. Each bottle represents a commitment to preserving the authentic character of Kentucky straight bourbon whiskey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich vanilla bean, toasted oak, dark caramel, leather, dried orange peel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full-bodied with intense honey sweetness, charred oak, baking spices, dark chocolate, roasted nuts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long and warming with lingering oak tannins, cinnamon heat, tobacco leaf\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\u003e63.71% (127.42 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\u003e8 Years\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDistillery\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThe Louisville Rickhouse\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRegion\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLouisville, Kentucky\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBarrel Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBarrel Strength\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCooperage\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eISC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBottle Count\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e600 bottles\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFiltration\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNon Chill-Filtered\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\u003eSerious whiskey collectors\u003c\/strong\u003e seeking ultra-limited expressions of Kentucky bourbon heritage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial occasions\u003c\/strong\u003e where barrel strength intensity and 8-year complexity deserve center stage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThoughtful gifting\u003c\/strong\u003e to bourbon enthusiasts who appreciate hand-selected, small batch expressions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQuiet contemplation\u003c\/strong\u003e with a splash of water to unlock the whiskey's full flavor profile\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat does Louisville Rickhouse Small Batch taste like?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLouisville Rickhouse Small Batch delivers intense barrel strength flavors with rich vanilla and honey sweetness balanced by charred oak and baking spices. The 8-year aging creates deep complexity with notes of dark chocolate, leather, and roasted nuts, finishing with a long, warming embrace of oak tannins and cinnamon heat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eShould I add water to this barrel strength bourbon?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 127.42 proof, this bourbon benefits from a few drops of water to open up its complex flavor profile. Start neat to experience the full intensity, then add small amounts of water gradually to find your preferred drinking strength and unlock hidden flavors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow rare is this Louisville Rickhouse expression?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is an extremely limited release with only 600 bottles produced from just 4 hand-selected barrels. The ultra-small batch nature and barrel strength bottling make this a highly collectible expression of Kentucky bourbon craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs Louisville Rickhouse good for cocktails?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile this barrel strength bourbon can create exceptional cocktails, its limited availability and complex 8-year character make it better suited for neat sipping or with a splash of water. The high proof and deep flavors shine brightest when experienced undiluted or lightly proofed down.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat makes Louisville Rickhouse different from other Kentucky bourbons?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLouisville Rickhouse focuses on ultra-small batch expressions with meticulous barrel selection by master blender J Davenport. Their non-chill-filtered, barrel strength approach preserves maximum flavor integrity while honoring traditional Louisville distilling heritage through careful curation rather than mass production.\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":"Louisville Rickhouse Whiskey Co","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48920293376240,"sku":"LR8YSBBW","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0535\/6958\/5335\/files\/front_1db9aa68-de0d-402a-af5b-35b91b450cd0.jpg?v=1772226937","url":"https:\/\/huntsmanheritage.com\/products\/louisville-rickhouse-8-year-small-batch-bourbon-whiskey","provider":"Huntsman Heritage","version":"1.0","type":"link"}