Uncle Nearest Single Barrel Private Select (Barrel No.1668)

Straight Tennessee Whiskey | 57.8% ABV (115.6 Proof) | 750mL

Process & Profile

This Private Select edition was hand-picked by from Uncle Nearests Single Barrel program in Tennessee. It was bottled at barrel strength (57.8% ABV) to preserve the unique and nuanced character of Barrel #1668. Uncle Nearests proprietary triple filtration ensures uniform presentation across varying batch origins, while letting each barrels distinctive flavor shine.

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Rich almond-marzipan, caramel, cinnamon, and spice

• Palate: Intense peppery warmth with notes of ginger, honey, orange peel, leather, and roasted grain

• Body: Full-bodied with bold, spicy heat and layered sweetness

• Finish: Long and peppery with lingering oak spice and dried fruit

What Makes It Special

• Bottled at 115.6 proof (barrel strength) for maximum depth and complexity

• Hand-selected single barrel by for distinct flavor nuance

• Triple-filtered for consistency while retaining barrel-specific traits

• High-rye and high-spice profile stands out in the Uncle Nearest lineup

• Limited Tennessee-only program bottlesexclusive selection

How to Enjoy

Sip neat in a Glencairn or tulip glass to explore its full intensity. A few drops of water can mellow the pepper spice and reveal sweeter fruit and honey tropes. Best enjoyed slowly to appreciate its bold structure.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What barrel number is this?
   Barrel #1668 from Uncle Nearests Single Barrel program.

2. What is the proof?
   115.6 proof (57.8% ABV).

3. How does it differ from standard Single Barrel?
   This version is bottled barrel strength with selected flavor focus and higher intensity.

4. Is there a unified profile across Single Barrel offerings?
   Uncle Nearest uses a triple filtration process to harmonize differences while respecting barrel uniqueness.

5. Is it widely available?
   Noits a rare Private Select release chosen just for , limited in distribution.