Pinhook 'Flagship' Straight Bourbon Whiskey, Kentucky

The 2025 Pinhook Flagship Straight Bourbon Whiskey exemplifies Pinhook’s innovative vintage approach, delivering a bourbon that evolves with each passing year. Aged more than three years and proofed to a bold 100, this release is designed for everyday enjoyment, equally at home in classic cocktails or as a rich, satisfying pour on its own.

Product Details:

• Category: Straight Bourbon Whiskey
• Mash Bill: 75% Corn, 15% Rye, 10% Malted Barley
• Aging: Over 3 years
• Proof: 100
• Filtration: Non-chill filtered
• Distillation & Bottling: Castle & Key Distillery, Kentucky
• Master Blender: Sean Josephs
• Owners: Sean Josephs, Charles Fulford, Jay Peterson

Sensory Description:

The nose opens with lush tropical fruit layered with honey, caramel, and vanilla, leading into soft bakery aromas reminiscent of glazed donuts. On the palate, warming notes of clove, cinnamon, and graham cracker unfold over a rounded, slightly earthy backdrop, offering both richness and finesse. The finish is peppery yet smooth, lingering with sweetness and spice that invite another sip.

Awards & Accolades:

• Gold (2025 Vintage) – ASCOT Awards: Praised for its vanilla, praline, earthy undertones, and well-rounded, peppery finish.

Distiller's Background:

Founded in 2011 by Sean Josephs, Charles Fulford, and Jay Peterson, Pinhook has become a pioneer of whiskey blending with its unique vintage approach. Inspired by Kentucky’s horse-racing tradition, the brand celebrates individuality rather than consistency, embracing the natural variations of each year’s barrels. Now produced at the restored Castle & Key Distillery, Pinhook continues to deliver approachable, award-winning bourbons that combine authenticity, curiosity, and craftsmanship.

Serving Suggestions:

Enjoy neat at 18–20°C to appreciate its layers of tropical fruit and baking spice, or over a large cube to soften its peppery finish. Its proof and balance make it ideal for cocktails such as a Boulevardier, Old Fashioned, or Whiskey Sour. Pair it with roasted meats, pecan pie, or aged cheddar to complement its sweet, spicy character.

The 2025 Pinhook Flagship Straight Bourbon Whiskey is a bold yet versatile expression of Kentucky tradition, crafted for daily enjoyment while offering complexity worthy of contemplation. Each vintage is a new chapter in Pinhook’s story, deliciously unique, and always unmistakably its own.