Bardstown Bourbon Company has unveiled its second iteration of its Collaborative Series with French Armagnac house Château de Laubade. The new whiskey a blend of 12-year Kentucky and 10-year Tennessee bourbons, finished in Laubade Armagnac casks.
This finishing casks aged from 16 – 24 months in different warehouse locations, bringing a contrast of wood extraction. The custom bourbon blend manages to be both reminiscent of the award-winning first release, while looking ahead to a wholly new sipping experience.
“It was important to us that this release be distinct from the original, while still bringing some of the same unique characteristics. The bold Kentucky bourbon really balances with oak that is bursting with the fiery Armagnac character. The Tennessee bourbon provides a hint of citrus, which highlights Laubade’s unique floral notes,” said Dan Callaway, VP Product Development and Hospitality for Bardstown Bourbon Co. “We’re always looking to push the boundaries of modern bourbon blending and this release is a beautiful expression of that.”
The release is evidence of continued, strong creative partnership between Callaway and Château de Laubade’ Owner and Famille Lesgourgues Directeur Général, Denis Lesgourgues.
“I am very excited about this new launch as since day one, I have seen so much product expertise, passion and involvement from the team of Bardstown Bourbon Co.,” said Lesgourgues. “Just as we are inventing the armagnac of tomorrow thanks to our spirit of innovation, our fellows at BBCo are designing the modern bourbon.”
On the nose, the bourbon offers aromas of baked pear with nutmeg, cinnamon, and sage resting on toffee, brown sugar, and almond. The palate delivers flavors of vanilla bean, rich oak, and golden raisin combining to create an outstanding finish of refined flavor.
Coming in at 53.5% ABV, the 2022 Bardstown Château de Laubade Armagnac cask finished bourbon retails for $159.99 per 750ml bottle. Roughly 2,700 9L cases of the finished bourbon will be available through the Bardstown Bourbon Co. gift shop, at retailers in 20 states, and online at Seelbachs.
For more information, check out Bardstown Bourbon Company’s official website.
Back in July, Bardstown Bourbon Company has entered into an agreement to acquire Green River Spirits Company.