July 2026 Bourbon Club: Bardstown Bourbon Silver Oak Cabernet Sauvignon Finish Bourbon Whiskey

The July Bourbon Club release brings together two icons of American craftsmanship. Bardstown Bourbon has partnered with the legendary Silver Oak Winery to create a bourbon that beautifully bridges the worlds of whiskey and wine. Finished in Silver Oak Cabernet Sauvignon barrels, this release layers rich dark fruit, velvety oak, and elegant spice over Bardstown's signature bourbon profile, delivering a sophisticated whiskey that will appeal to both bourbon collectors and wine enthusiasts alike.

Origins & Craftsmanship

• Producer: Bardstown Bourbon Company

• Mash Bill: Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey finished in authentic Silver Oak Cabernet Sauvignon wine barrels

• Finish: Mature bourbon rested in premium Silver Oak Cabernet Sauvignon casks, allowing the wine-soaked oak to impart layers of dark fruit, vanilla, toasted oak, and gentle tannin while preserving the bourbon's rich character.

• Proof / ABV: 98.9 Proof (49.45% ABV)

Tasting Profile

Nose / Aroma:

Rich blackberry, ripe cherry, cassis, vanilla bean, caramel, toasted oak, cocoa powder, baking spices, and subtle floral notes with hints of Cabernet wine sweetness.

Palate / Taste:

Silky and full-bodied with layers of dark cherries, blackcurrant, brown sugar, caramelized vanilla, milk chocolate, toasted oak, cinnamon, nutmeg, and gentle wine tannins that provide remarkable structure without overpowering the bourbon.

Finish:

Long, elegant, and warming with lingering dark berries, cocoa, oak spice, vanilla, soft leather, and a touch of dry Cabernet tannin that slowly fades into sweet caramel.

Food & Pairings

• Serve / Style: Best enjoyed neat in a Glencairn glass to appreciate the wine cask influence. A single large ice cube or a few drops of water will soften the tannins and further reveal its fruit-forward character.

• Cocktail Use: Outstanding in elevated spirit-forward cocktails such as a Manhattan, Boulevardier, or a premium Old Fashioned where the Cabernet finish adds exceptional depth and complexity.

• Food Pairings:

• Filet mignon, ribeye steak, or herb-crusted lamb

• Duck breast with berry reduction or slow-braised short ribs

• Dark chocolate, flourless chocolate cake, or black forest gâteau

• Aged Gouda, Manchego, Parmigiano Reggiano, or mature cheddar

• Medium to full-bodied cigars featuring cocoa, cedar, espresso, and leather notes

The Bardstown Bourbon Silver Oak Cabernet Sauvignon Finish perfectly showcases Bardstown Bourbon Company's innovative approach to cask finishing. By marrying exceptional Kentucky bourbon with one of Napa Valley's most celebrated Cabernet producers, this limited release delivers remarkable balance, complexity, and elegance, making it an outstanding addition to any bourbon collection.

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