George Dickel Sour Mash Whisky Hand Selected Barrel (#050) 9 year 750 ml

A distinctive expression from George Dickel, Barrel #050 is a specially chosen Tennessee sour mash whiskey, aged nine years and bottled straight from the barrel. This single-barrel release highlights the brand’s floral charcoal-mellowing (Lincoln County Process) and offers a unique, concentrated flavor profile.

Tasting Notes:

Nose: Caramel-dipped apples, warm vanilla, toasted grain, and gentle oak spice

Palate: Rich and smooth with brown sugar, spiced malt, dried fruits, a whisper of tobacco, and baking spices

Finish: Medium-long with lingering oak warmth, soft leather, and peppery undertones

Details:

Type: Tennessee Sour Mash Whiskey (single barrel)

Barrel: Hand-selected Barrel #050

Age: 9 Years

ABV: Approximately 50%

Volume: 750 ml

Filtration: Charcoal mellowed, non-chill filtered

Why It’s Special:
This barrel is chosen for its well-rounded depth—combining smooth sweetness and oak-driven complexity at barrel strength. A premium pick that showcases the nuanced character attainable through extended aging in Dickel’s storied warehouses.

Serving Suggestion:
Best enjoyed neat or with a few drops of water to open up the oak and spice layers. Also makes for a full-flavored and refined Old Fashioned or Sazerac base.