{"product_id":"barrell-craft-spirits-foundation-5-year-old-blended-straight-bourbon-whiskey-usa","title":"Barrell Craft Spirits Foundation 5 Year Old Blended Straight Bourbon Whiskey, Kentucky","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"392\" data-start=\"0\"\u003eDepth and composure define the first encounter with Barrell Craft Spirits Foundation 5 Year Old Blended Straight Bourbon Whiskey, a release built to showcase balance rather than bravado. Anchored by a high-rye mash bill and a carefully orchestrated blend of mature bourbons from across the United States, it delivers classic bourbon comfort elevated by Barrell’s signature blending precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"414\" data-start=\"394\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"414\" data-start=\"394\"\u003eProduct Details:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"486\" data-start=\"458\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"471\" data-start=\"458\"\u003eOwners:\u003c\/strong\u003e Joe Beatrice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"548\" data-start=\"489\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"503\" data-start=\"489\"\u003eDistiller:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tripp Stimson\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"655\" data-start=\"623\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"641\" data-start=\"623\"\u003eAge Statement:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5 Years Old\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"718\" data-start=\"658\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"680\" data-start=\"658\"\u003eDerived Mash Bill:\u003c\/strong\u003e 73% Corn, 23% Rye, 4% Malted Barley\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"911\" data-start=\"887\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"895\" data-start=\"887\"\u003eABV:\u003c\/strong\u003e 50%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"972\" data-start=\"948\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"972\" data-start=\"948\"\u003eSensory Description:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1571\" data-start=\"974\"\u003eGolden amber in the glass, the nose unfolds in waves of honey, candied strawberry, dark cherry, and grilled cantaloupe, followed by lavender, fennel, cocoa, brown butter, and cardamom. On the palate, maple pecans, dark chocolate, and cinnamon lead into tiramisu, cardamom cake, and a creamy, full-bodied texture balanced by fennel, lemongrass, and citrus zest. The finish is plush and lingering, emphasizing cinnamon, toffee, and vanilla pudding. With a splash of water, the whiskey becomes even more viscous, revealing banana foster, elevated citrus, lemongrass, and a bright orange sherbet lift.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1596\" data-start=\"1573\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1596\" data-start=\"1573\"\u003eAwards \u0026amp; Accolades:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1659\" data-start=\"1600\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1610\" data-start=\"1600\"\u003eGold —\u003c\/strong\u003e San Francisco World Spirits Competition (2025)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1728\" data-start=\"1663\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1697\" data-start=\"1663\"\u003eBest American Blended Whisky —\u003c\/strong\u003e World Whiskies Awards (2024)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1773\" data-start=\"1732\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1742\" data-start=\"1732\"\u003eGold —\u003c\/strong\u003e World Whiskies Awards (2024)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1820\" data-start=\"1777\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1791\" data-start=\"1777\"\u003ePlatinum —\u003c\/strong\u003e L.A. Spirits Awards (2024)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1989\" data-start=\"1824\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1838\" data-start=\"1824\"\u003ePlatinum —\u003c\/strong\u003e ASCOT Awards (2024)\u003cbr data-end=\"1861\" data-start=\"1858\"\u003eA soft and floral nose turns to a pear and apple pie, complete with cinnamon and allspice, vanilla, and a graham cracker crust.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2121\" data-start=\"1993\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"2005\" data-start=\"1993\"\u003eSilver —\u003c\/strong\u003e Bartender Spirits Awards (2024)\u003cbr data-end=\"2040\" data-start=\"2037\"\u003eWarm wood and cologne with a spiced caramel finish; hints of citrus and cherry.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2191\" data-start=\"2125\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"2142\" data-start=\"2125\"\u003eDouble Gold —\u003c\/strong\u003e San Francisco World Spirits Competition (2024)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2254\" data-start=\"2195\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"2205\" data-start=\"2195\"\u003eGold —\u003c\/strong\u003e San Francisco World Spirits Competition (2020)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2282\" data-start=\"2256\"\u003eDistiller's Background:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2936\" data-start=\"2284\"\u003eFounded by Joe Beatrice, Barrell Craft Spirits has earned a reputation as one of the category’s most influential blending houses. Rather than following rigid recipes, the team selects and blends barrels based on extensive tasting, experimentation, and a deep understanding of how distillates evolve across regions, mash bills, and aging environments. With thousands of blends explored over more than a decade, Barrell’s philosophy centers on elevating whiskey beyond the sum of its parts. Today, their award-winning portfolio is distributed across the U.S. and internationally, continuing to push the boundaries of what blended American whiskey can be.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2962\" data-start=\"2938\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2962\" data-start=\"2938\"\u003eServing Suggestions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3304\" data-start=\"2964\"\u003eEnjoy neat to appreciate its layered complexity, or over a single large cube to soften the spice and highlight its creamy sweetness. The approachable profile also makes it an excellent choice for classic cocktails such as an Old Fashioned or Manhattan, where its dark fruit, vanilla, and rye-driven spice shine through without overpowering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3545\" data-start=\"3306\"\u003eConfident, refined, and deeply satisfying, Barrell Craft Spirits Foundation 5 Year Old Blended Straight Bourbon Whiskey delivers a modern classic, rich in character, impeccably balanced, and built for every way bourbon lovers like to drink.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pacific Edge Wine \u0026 Spirits","offers":[{"title":"750mL","offer_id":42026428858423,"sku":null,"price":54.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2699\/1632\/files\/Barrell_Craft_Spirits_Foundation_5_Year_Old_Blended_Straight_Bourbon_Whiskey_Kentucky.png?v=1769297493","url":"https:\/\/www.winedispensary.com\/products\/barrell-craft-spirits-foundation-5-year-old-blended-straight-bourbon-whiskey-usa","provider":"Wine Dispensary","version":"1.0","type":"link"}