Evan Williams Single Barrel Vintage Bourbon 750mL

Evan Williams Single Barrel Vintage Bourbon

Mash Bill: 78% Corn, 10% Rye, 12% Malted Barley | Kentucky Straight Bourbon | Vintage-Dated Single Barrel | 43.3% ABV (86.6 Proof) | Aged 7–8 Years

Process & Profile

Evan Williams Single Barrel Vintage is the only widely available vintage-dated single barrel bourbon on the market. Each bottle is drawn from one carefully chosen barrel, marked with its vintage year, barrel number, and bottling date. Crafted from Heaven Hill’s traditional mash bill of 78% corn, 10% rye, and 12% malted barley, it is aged approximately 7–8 years in charred American oak and bottled at 86.6 proof. The result is a bourbon that reflects both consistency and uniqueness, with each vintage offering subtle variations in flavor.

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Caramel, toasted oak, charred wood, and sweet honey

• Palate: Oak spice, vanilla, apple, orange peel, and warm baking spices

• Finish: Long and elegant, with layered sweet oak, spice, and dried fruit

What Makes It Special

• Vintage-dated and single barrel — each bottle is unique and marked with its own details

• Mash bill of 78% corn, 10% rye, 12% malted barley — a balance of sweetness, spice, and depth

• Aged 7–8 years, offering maturity while remaining approachable

• Bottled at 86.6 proof (43.3% ABV) — strong enough for flavor, smooth enough for easy sipping

• Consistently praised as one of the best value single barrel bourbons available

How to Enjoy

Best enjoyed neat to appreciate its unique barrel character, though a splash of water or a large ice cube can help open up oak and spice layers. It also makes an exceptional Old Fashioned or Kentucky Mule.

FAQ

1. What is the mash bill of Evan Williams Single Barrel Vintage Bourbon?
   It is made from 78% corn, 10% rye, and 12% malted barley.

2. How long is Evan Williams Single Barrel Vintage Bourbon aged?
   It is typically aged around 7–8 years, depending on the vintage.

3. What proof is Evan Williams Single Barrel Vintage Bourbon bottled at?
   It is bottled at 86.6 proof, which is 43.3% ABV.

4. What does “vintage” mean on Evan Williams Single Barrel Bourbon?
   It indicates the year the barrel was filled, along with the bottling date and barrel number.

5. What makes Evan Williams Single Barrel Vintage Bourbon unique?
   Its vintage dating, single barrel selection, and balance of quality and affordability distinguish it from other bourbons.