Ezra Brooks Cask Strength Single Barrel Bourbon Whiskey
Ezra Brooks Cask Strength Single Barrel Bourbon Whiskey is a robust and flavorful spirit born in Kentucky Bourbon Country. This exceptional bourbon is aged in new charred American white oak barrels and bottled the old-fashioned way at a bold 120 proof. Known for its balance and complexity, Ezra Brooks is crafted for those who appreciate quality and transparency. It offers a genuine and smooth drinking experience, whether enjoyed neat, on the rocks, or in a cocktail. This single barrel selection truly stands out, delivering an extraordinary pick that embodies the essence of classic bourbon craftsmanship.
Tasting Notes
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Why Gifted Pour recommends it
For the bourbon lover who already has the everyday bottles covered, this single barrel pick from Kentucky makes a more personal gift. It is bottled at cask strength, 120 proof, after aging in new charred American white oak, and the result is bold without being brash. The nose opens like a cinnamon sugar cookie with a touch of cherry. The palate layers cinnamon and clove over vanilla and a gentle nuttiness, and the long finish settles into oak, caramel and a hint of leather. That balance makes it a thoughtful choice for a promotion, a milestone birthday or Father's Day, especially for someone who enjoys taking time with a glass. Suggest they pour it neat and let it breathe for a few minutes, or add a large ice cube to soften the intensity and draw out the caramel and leather. It also holds its own in classic bourbon cocktails and pairs well with smoked meats or dark chocolate after dinner.
Pairs well with
- Smoked brisket or ribs — The cinnamon and clove spice and the oak and leather finish stand up to deep, smoky flavors.
- Dark chocolate after dinner — The vanilla and caramel notes and the developing nuttiness complement the bittersweet richness of dark chocolate.
- Father's Day or promotion toast — A bold, balanced single barrel pour with layered cinnamon, cherry and caramel feels like a considered gift for a milestone worth marking.
Questions about this bottle
How strong is this bourbon?
It is bottled at cask strength, 120 proof, which is 60% ABV. The tasting notes point out that the high proof enhances the flavors rather than overpowering them, so the spice, vanilla and caramel come through clearly.
What does it taste like?
Expect a nose of cinnamon sugar cookie with a touch of cherry. The palate brings baking spices, mainly cinnamon and clove, with vanilla and a subtle nuttiness. The long finish shows oak, caramel and a hint of leather, and the nuttiness keeps developing.
How is it made and aged?
It is a Kentucky bourbon made from a corn-dominant mash bill and aged in new charred American white oak barrels. It is a single barrel selection bottled at cask strength, 120 proof, in a 750 ml bottle.
What is the best way to drink it?
Sip it neat in a whiskey glass and let it breathe for a few minutes to open up its aromas. You can also serve it over a large ice cube to soften the intensity and bring out the caramel, oak and leather, or use it in classic bourbon cocktails.