Temperance societies, such as the Women's Christian Temperance Union and the Anti-Saloon League, operated nationally, but were particularly active in the southern states. Now, it may not be quite as difficult to hunt as Blanton's or other allocated whiskey, but it's popularity typically has it flying off the shelf. 5 million in inventory requires tremendous experience and awareness of rickhouse locations and the resulting impact on flavor. Henry McKenna 10 year Single Barrel Bourbon Whiskey is matured for a minimum of forty Kentucky seasons (ten years) before each bottle is filled and labeled with its batch and bottle number. Any style goes, including Bourbon, Scotch, Rye, Wheat, Canadian, Irish, White Dogs, and everything in between. Extremely easy sipper. Critics agree that this is a perfectly balanced Bourbon. Hokus Pokus allocated me a bottle of it; they only got a few in. The recent craft spirits movement has created a boom of production with bourbons now being made all over the country in a wider range of styles than ever before. And the taste lives up to the resume. GOVERNMENT WARNING: (1) According to the Surgeon General, women should not drink alcoholic beverages during pregnancy because of the risk of birth defects. Young Mr. McKenna settled in Kentucky and discovered the uniquely American drink known as Bourbon.
I ordered two pricey bourbons and got them a couple of days later. On the swirl there is a thin film and nice legs. Currently there are two offerings under the Henry McKenna brand, the 10 y. o. Bottled-in-Bond, and the NAS Henry McKenna Kentucky straight bourbon whiskey. Sometimes that means being in the right place at the right time, and other times it means knowing someone who can tip you off. From this process, highly unusual for the time, emerged a remarkably smooth Bourbon boasting a distinctive character. Its 10 year age statement and BiB designation should satisfy bourbon purists. Henry McKenna came to America in 1837 from Ireland and settled in Kentucky where he set out to create a better bourbon using his family's recipe. For a small additional charge. Like you I'm a whiskey enthusiast. 100% satisfaction guarantee. However, if you're quick you might still be able to get one of the few that still manage to make it over to round out your collection. The bottle of Henry McKenna definitely makes me nostalgic for when great bourbon was plentiful and prayerful that it will be again.
The good news is that Kentucky distillers are upping production and building more warehouses. "Henry McKenna, and our entire American Whiskey portfolio, is a shining example of the tradition instilled by our late Master Distiller Parker Beam and carried forth by our unrivaled team at Heaven Hill Distillery. Drinking did not stop, of course, and the United States was soon awash in illegal alcohol, much of it of dubious quality. Henry McKenna 10 Year Single Barrel Bourbon. Color: Warm golden amberAroma: Vanilla, caramel, oak, and a light herbaceous noteTaste: Smooth oak, sharp spices, honey, and sweetnessFinish: Long, sweet, and spicy. It used to have a screw top for crying out loud.
The aroma gives way to notes of chewy leather, chili peppers, and habanero, which are complemented by subtle touches of dried fruits, vanilla, and cinnamon. The brand survived Prohibition (by being bottled and sold by Stitzel and W. L. Weller & Sons), World War II, was sold to Seagram, and finally had its US domestic rights sold to Heaven Hill where it has prospered since. Comments are closed. Like most bourbons we talk about on here, your best bet for finding Henry McKenna in a local ABC store is to be a loyal, regular customer. Henry Mckenna 10 Yr Bottled In Bond - 750ML. I'm proudly Asian American and can speak Cantonese, Mandarin, and some are no sponsors, no media companies, and no nonsense. Feel free to sign up for our weekly email list below. Alcohol: 50%, bottled in bond. Henry McKenna's 10-Year-Old Bourbon was named one of the top 12 spirits ever tasted by Proof66 and was called "magnificent" by Jim Murray, author of the Whisky Bible. It's not great but it's not bad either. The farmer-distillers of western Pennsylvania responded violently in what became known as the Whiskey Rebellion.
Our website is, of course, open for business. Henry Mckenna - 10 Year Single Barrel Straight Kentucky Bottled-in-Bond Bourbon Whiskey (750ml). You can find the shipping costs of the items in your cart during checkout. The herbal note is of cardamon and that's sweetened with boozy cherry bitters. This is also Heaven Hill's oldest bottled-in-bond product.
Delivery schedule Monday - Saturday 10 a. m. to 4 p. m. Sign up for the Colonial Spirits of Stow newsletter and be among the first to know about upcoming specials at the store! The Taste: Flavor descriptors such as toffee, pralines, vanilla, and dried fruit to describe the initial rush of flavors in a good, well-aged bourbon. Across the portfolio, Heaven Hill Distillery also took home several other medals from the premiere tasting competition: Customer Reviews. Distiller Notes: " This high proof, Bottled-in-Bond Bourbon was named for Henry McKenna, the Irish immigrant who adapted his family's whiskey recipe to work with the grains he found in Kentucky. Single Barrel Bourbon is bourbon from one specifically chosen cask. So much so that this former screw top bourbon is nearly impossible to find. Get beer, wine & liquor delivery from local stores. The caramel note is intense and a standout. PRODUCT DESCRIPTION. Love the McKenna 's so good! A couple years ago, Henry McKenna Single Barrel 10YR Bottled-In-Bond Bourbon was one of those staple, high-quality bourbons that was always on the shelf in NC. In 1837, a young man from Ireland known for his remarkable whiskey-making skills, came to America with his family's whiskey recipe that had been passed down for generations. If there is anyone still left unsatisfied, a $30 price tag should help lift their spirits.
The Henry McKenna 10-year-old won "Best in Show Whisk(e)y" at the 2019 San Francisco World Spirits Competition! From our cardboard boxes to our biodegradable wrap, everything in our shipments can be recycled (except the drinks of course! Henry McKenna 10 Year Old Bottled in Bond Bourbon used to be an easily found $30 to $35 bottle of bourbon. The price might be marked up a bit, but usually not as heavily as other hard-to-find bourbons. Today I'll be looking at the 10 y. Vanilla and seasoned oak take the forefront, but are quickly balanced by a good dose of rye spice, a pop of burnt brown sugar, and a dollop of caramel. But on my first sip, I am like, damn, I forgot how good this is: vanilla, candied cherries, baking spice, a slight note of honeyed tea, and wonderful oak notes. Second taste, my thoughts were: Nose light, fruit maybe apple quick finish. This was my first BIB and it is a nice example of the balance which can be found in BIB.
Traditional notes of caramel and vanilla play against a backdrop of seasoned oak. The nose is enticing, with notes of dried fruits, nuts, berry compote, and light caramel. Bottle has been open about 10 days. Hopefully, in a few years, this can be a bourbon I can bring to a poker night or something, like I used to with Weller 107 and E. H. Taylor bottled in bond. Though it carries an MSRP of $30, it tends to range in price from $25-$35. Bourbon County was in the early 19th century a center of whiskey production and transshipping (ironically, at the present time, it is a "dry" county).
Cask Typenew, charred American oak. Discounts do not apply. Thankfully, Hokus Pokus still charges $36. Illicit moonshine and imported Canadian whiskeys were lighter in taste and body than bourbon and Rye. Get bourbon news, updates, and exclusive access to special offers and deals straight in your inbox. Since each bottle of McKenna's Single Barrel Bourbon is bottled from a single cask rather than being crafted from a batch of casks, however, each bottle is slightly different and entirely interesting. This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.
There's plenty of flavour, complexity, and excitement to keep the palate interested. Showed up in tact and packaged well. Heaven Hill // Kentucky, USA. It's a hard line, and younger "ready enough" bourbon cannot simply be substituted to increase production, presumably compromising quality or desired flavor profile as corporate pressures compete with the skillful selection of barrels in the rickhouse. Dating back to the mid-1800s, the brand has seen its share of triumph and misfortune as it rode out the waves of the US whiskey industry and the numerous challenges present therein.
It should be noted though that each distiller has their own interpretation of what constitutes a "small batch. " Bone dry with a long finish and oh-so-American charcoal undertones, this is the George Carlin of the bourbon world. The caramel comes through perfectly and brings with in the herbal richness for a wonderful combination. Mostly small farmers, they quickly adapted to growing rye because of its hardiness, and, in the western counties, Native American corn because of its high yields. You may always call us on 713-524-3397 or order on-line. It's the same mash bill as Elijah Craig and Evan Williams, but this whisky has more volume from oak extraction. For UK bourbon drinkers the reason we haven't seen any of this bourbon in a while is because Heaven HIll don't actually own the international distribution rights for this product, Four Roses does. This is an amazing bourbon, particularly at the price I paid.