{"product_id":"pinhook-2026-single-barrel-cask-strength-kentucky-bourbon","title":"Pinhook 2026 Single Barrel Cask Strength Kentucky Bourbon","description":"\u003cp\u003ePinhook Single Barrel Cask Strength Bourbon is a Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey bottled unfiltered at 100 proof, delivering the pure, unadulterated character of a carefully selected single barrel aged for five years. This limited release exemplifies the art of barrel selection, showcasing the richness, intensity, and depth that made this particular cask exceptional to the master distillers at Castle \u0026amp; Key.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFounded on the philosophy of \"The Best, Not The Same, Whiskey Every Year,\" Pinhook celebrates both the craft of bourbon making and the spirit of thoroughbred racing. Each release is named after a racehorse, with this expression honoring \"Bourbon Betty.\" Distilled at the historic Castle \u0026amp; Key Distillery in Frankfort, Kentucky, Pinhook represents a modern renaissance of traditional bourbon craftsmanship in the heart of bourbon country.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Caramelized brown sugar, vanilla bean, toasted oak, dried cherries, warm baking spices\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich butterscotch, dark chocolate, roasted nuts, cinnamon bark, leather undertones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long and warming with lingering oak tannins, black pepper, and honeyed sweetness\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\u003eKentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eABV\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e50.0% (100 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\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRelease Year\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2026\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDistillery\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCastle \u0026amp; Key\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRegion\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFrankfort, Kentucky\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBarrel Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSingle Barrel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFiltration\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUnfiltered\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\u003eNeat Sipping:\u003c\/strong\u003e Savor the full intensity and complexity at cask strength\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhiskey Collectors:\u003c\/strong\u003e Limited single barrel release with unique character\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Occasions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Premium bourbon for celebrating life's finest moments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBourbon Enthusiasts:\u003c\/strong\u003e Those who appreciate high-proof, unfiltered expressions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat does Pinhook Single Barrel Cask Strength taste like?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis bourbon delivers rich, intense flavors of caramelized brown sugar, vanilla, and toasted oak on the nose, followed by butterscotch, dark chocolate, and warm spices on the palate. The 100-proof strength provides a warming, full-bodied experience with a long finish of oak tannins and honeyed sweetness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eShould I add water to this cask strength bourbon?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 100 proof, this bourbon can be enjoyed neat for the full intensity, or with a few drops of water to open up additional flavors and reduce the heat. Start neat and adjust to your preference—the unfiltered nature means each sip reveals new complexities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat makes this Pinhook release special?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis single barrel expression represents the unique character of one exceptional cask, aged five years and bottled unfiltered at cask strength. Named after the racehorse \"Bourbon Betty,\" it embodies Pinhook's philosophy of creating \"The Best, Not The Same\" whiskey each year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does this compare to other Kentucky bourbons?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike many mass-produced bourbons, this single barrel offers the distinct personality of one carefully selected cask. For admirers of high-proof Kentucky whiskeys like Elijah Craig Barrel Proof or Four Roses Single Barrel, this provides similar intensity with Castle \u0026amp; Key's modern approach to traditional bourbon making.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this bourbon worth the investment?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a limited release single barrel from the respected Castle \u0026amp; Key Distillery, this bourbon offers excellent value for collectors and enthusiasts seeking unique, high-proof expressions. The unfiltered, cask-strength bottling preserves maximum flavor and character from the selected barrel.\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":"Pinhook","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48922285736176,"sku":"P2026SBCSKB","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0535\/6958\/5335\/files\/front_a81e1f4c-baa4-4274-a081-343cfde7b325.jpg?v=1772301521","url":"https:\/\/huntsmanheritage.com\/products\/pinhook-2026-single-barrel-cask-strength-kentucky-bourbon","provider":"Huntsman Heritage","version":"1.0","type":"link"}