Colonel Randolph 16 Year Old Gordon Hue Private Barrel Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey

A rare 16-year-old private barrel selection bottled under the Colonel Randolph label for Gordon Hue, showcasing extended maturation and deep oak integration. Long aging has developed a rich and layered profile, balancing concentrated sweetness with mature barrel character. The advanced age brings refined complexity while preserving structure and balance. This private barrel release stands as a distinguished example of well-aged Kentucky straight bourbon.

Colonel Randolph 16 Year Old Gordon Hue Private Barrel Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey Tasting Notes

Nose: Dark caramel, aged oak, and vanilla bean layered with dried cherry and toasted almond. Subtle leather and baking spice emerge with time.

Palate: Full-bodied and rich with molasses, toffee, and roasted nuts. Mature oak, cinnamon, and dark chocolate provide depth and structured complexity.

Finish: Long and warming with lingering caramelized sugar, oak spice, and dry cocoa fading gradually with elegant persistence.

Distillery Information

Barton 1792 Distillery, located in Bardstown, Kentucky, is one of the oldest fully operational distilleries in the region, with roots dating back to the 19th century. Known for producing traditional Kentucky straight bourbon, the distillery emphasizes careful fermentation, copper distillation, and extended aging in new charred American oak barrels. It operates under the ownership of the Sazerac Company, which has preserved its heritage while expanding its premium whiskey portfolio. Barton is respected for producing both its own labels and select private barrel releases prized by collectors. Extended aging programs allow certain barrels to mature into exceptionally complex and refined bourbons. The Colonel Randolph private barrel selections highlight the distillery’s ability to produce deeply aged, high-quality Kentucky whiskey expressions.

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