Old Carter Very Small Batch 4-CA 2026 Release Straight Bourbon Whiskey

A highly limited California-exclusive release from Old Carter, Very Small Batch 4-CA is a high-proof bourbon created by marrying a very small selection of carefully chosen barrels. Released in 2026 with just 1,395 bottles, it combines concentrated barrel strength with rich fruit, caramel, oak, and baking-spice character.

Old Carter Very Small Batch 4-CA 2026 Release Straight Bourbon Whiskey Tasting Notes

Nose: Rich caramel, dark fruit, seasoned oak, vanilla, and warm baking spice, with deeper toasted and slightly dried-fruit notes.

Palate: Dense and full-bodied, bringing caramelized sweetness, dark fruit, toasted oak, vanilla, and layered barrel spice with a rich, concentrated texture.

Finish: Long, warming, and bold, with lingering mature oak, dark fruit, caramel, baking spice, and a persistent barrel-strength intensity.

Distillery Information

Old Carter Whiskey Co. was founded by Mark and Sherri Carter, following their work with Kentucky Owl. The brand is known for carefully sourcing, blending, and selecting American whiskey, with an emphasis on small-scale releases and distinctive barrel profiles. Old Carter's Very Small Batch series brings together a limited number of selected barrels to create highly concentrated expressions rather than large-volume releases. The brand has developed a strong following for its high-proof, limited-production bourbon and rye bottlings.

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