Introducing Experimental Batch 017: Apricot Brandy Barrel Finished

Chattanooga Whiskey distillers are no strangers to off-beat mash bills or unique finishing barrels. The latest Experimental release is crafted to highlight the fruit-forward characteristics of an alternative grain mash bill, including wheat, spelt, and oat malts, this innovative experiment is finished in rare Turkish apricot brandy barrels for over 3 months. The result highlights the bold synergy between an inventive high malt bourbon and a vibrant fruit brandy finish. I could be biased, but I think this is their best experimental release to date!

Mash Bill: Yellow Corn, Pale Wheat Malt, Pale Barley Malt, Pale Spelt Malt,
Naked Oat Malt

Barrel Type: Toasted & Charred Oak, 53 & 25 gallon

Age of Bourbon: 3 years 6 months

Finishing: Turkish apricot brandy barrels

Finishing Time: 3 months

Batch Size: 3 barrels

Distiller’s Tasting Notes: apricot jam, crème anglaise, potpourri, browned butter, toasted oak & leather.

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We've also restocked the Chattanooga Flagship products! This includes the Tennessee High Malt 91 & 111. As a bonus, we were able to get more Chattanooga Whiskey 1816 Reserve!

Chattanooga Whiskey 111 Tennessee High Malt

Proof: 111 (55.5% ABV)

Mash Bill: Yellow Corn, Malted Rye, Caramel Malted Barley & Honey Malted Barley

Fermentation: Extended 7 days

Cooperage: Toasted and charred oak barrels

Age: Greater than 2 years

Batch Size: 8-12 barrel; representing one select distillation run.

Handcrafted from a single fermentation in small batches, Chattanooga Whiskey 111 Cask is the unfiltered, barrel strength expression of our signature Tennessee High. By omitting the traditional filtration process, Cask 111 is able to retain every bit of flavor and complexity from the rich ingredients and long maturation process.

Chattanooga Whiskey 91 Tennessee High Malt

TENNESSEE HIGH MALT

Proof: 91 (44.5% ABV)

Mash Bill: Yellow Corn, Malted Rye, Caramel Malted Barley & Honey Malted Barley

Fermentation: Extended 7 days

Cooperage: Toasted and charred oak barrels

Finished: 4000-gallon charred oak solera barrel

Made with 4 grains, including 3 select specialty malts, the extended 7-day fermentations highlight the rich, complex high-malt character, while providing nuanced, fruity complexity. Aged in two different charred and toasted white oak barrels, this combination delivers a balanced, confection-rich barrel character, and harmonizes with the malty-rich spirit. After aging more than 2 years, Chattanooga Whiskey 91 utilizes our version of the Solera finishing process - bringing together nearly 100 barrels into a 4000-gallon, charred, white oak Solera finishing barrel, which never goes empty. Expect notes of dried apricot, sweet tea and honeyed toast.

Chattanooga Whiskey 1816 Reserve

Smooth with a hint of spice, you’ll love the clean finish of our 1816 Reserve. The Reserve is a 90-proof high-rye bourbon, aged in charred American white oak barrels with a mash bill consisting of 75% corn, 21% rye, and 4% malted barley. Drink it as you like it – neat, chilled with whiskey stones, or mixed in your favorite cocktail.