Linkumpinch Founders Club is a 9-year-old Kentucky straight bourbon whiskey from Dueling Grounds Distillery in Franklin, Kentucky, listed at 55% ABV (110 proof).
It is an exclusive Founders Club release drawn from the distillery's original 25-gallon barrels.
It offers a classic, full-bodied Kentucky bourbon profile, with notes of caramel, vanilla, oak and light baking spice.
Dueling Grounds takes its name from the Linkumpinch, a field on the Kentucky-Tennessee line where duellists once settled their scores beyond the reach of Tennessee law.
The bottle carries a bold '9' on its neck and the brand's red label with crossed duelling pistols. As one of the distillery's oldest releases, it is a rare chance to taste mature Linkumpinch, and a fine gift for the bourbon collector in your life.
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.
Tasting Notes
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Nose: Caramel, vanilla and toasted oak.
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Palate: Full-bodied, with caramel, vanilla and light baking spice.
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Finish: Long, warm and oaky.
Specifications
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Producer: Dueling Grounds Distillery, Franklin, Kentucky
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Style: Kentucky straight bourbon whiskey
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Age: 9 years
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ABV: 55% (110 proof)
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Origin: Kentucky, United States
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Size: 750ml
How to Enjoy It
Pour it neat, or add a few drops of water to open the caramel and spice at this strength. It also makes a bold Old Fashioned or Boulevardier. Pair it with smoked brisket, pecan pie, sharp cheddar and dark chocolate. It is a standout bottle to share at a bourbon tasting with friends.
Frequently Asked Questions
How old is it?
9 years old.
Where is it made?
At Dueling Grounds Distillery in Franklin, Kentucky.
Where does the name come from?
The Linkumpinch was a field on the Kentucky-Tennessee line used for duels.
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