Peter E. Hart Spirits Double Oak Kentucky Straight Bourbon 8 Year 105 Proof
105 proof
8 years
Bourbon
Peter E. Hart Spirits
$99.99
67% corn, 23% rye, 10% malted barley
Nose
Honey and toast; fresh and bright; subtle sweetness without overwhelming; elevated oak presence from double-oaking process.
Palate
Rich oak introduction; vanilla and oak flavors developed through secondary barrel; balanced sweetness gathered on the back palate; bright fruity notes; traditional bourbon character with added sophistication.
Finish
Oak-forward with lingering sweetness; balanced and not burnt; sophisticated profile that avoids the ultra-sweet trap of typical double-oak expressions.
Overall Score
4.3 / 5
A thoughtfully executed double-oak bourbon that elevates a solid Jim Beam source barrel by adding complexity and vanilla character without the cloying sweetness often associated with the technique.
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