Bushwood Wheated Bourbon is a five-year-old small-batch Kentucky wheated bourbon from Bushwood Spirits, bottled at 94 proof (47% ABV).
Bushwood Spirits, a brand inspired by the leisurely enjoyment of golf, named its first wheated bourbon release simply Wheated Bourbon. It is part of a line that expanded to include wheated bourbons such as this 5-year-old small batch and a 7-year-old bottled-in-bond single barrel.
Wheat in place of rye gives the bourbon a soft, sweet profile with gentle spice, rounded by five years in charred oak.
The golf-ball stopper makes it a natural gift for golfers.
Bourbon must be made in the United States from a mash of at least 51% corn and aged in new charred oak containers, and straight bourbon must be aged at least two years. Those rules give bourbon its characteristic sweetness, with caramel and vanilla drawn from the charred barrels.
Wheated bourbons are prized for their soft, gentle sweetness compared with rye-heavy recipes.
Five years in charred oak adds caramel and vanilla depth.
At 94 proof, it has enough strength for cocktails while staying smooth when sipped neat.
A splash of water brings out the sweetness.
The golf-ball stopper makes the bottle a fun display piece.
It is a natural choice for a nineteenth-hole toast.
Pair it with a cigar after a long day on the course.
It makes a smooth Manhattan with sweet vermouth.
Serve it on a large ice cube to slowly open the flavors.
It is a great gift for Father's Day or a golf tournament prize.
Bourbon fans who love wheaters will want to try it.
Specifications
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Brand: Bushwood Spirits
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Style: Wheated Kentucky bourbon, small batch
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Age: 5 years
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Proof / ABV: 94 proof (47% ABV)
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Region: Kentucky, USA
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Size: 750ml
How to Enjoy It
Sip it neat or on the rocks, perhaps after a round of golf, or mix a smooth Old Fashioned. It pairs with steak, pecan pie or butterscotch.
Frequently Asked Questions
How old is it?
Five years.
What makes it wheated?
Wheat replaces rye as the secondary grain.
What is the proof?
94 proof (47% ABV).
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