In today’s liquor landscape, the market is flooded with limited-edition bourbon releases, making it challenging to generate genuine excitement. Unlike in the past, where premium juice was guarded closely by distillers, nowadays, distillers are eager to showcase their unique releases. With both established distillers and new up-and-comers constantly launching one-off releases, it can be overwhelming for consumers to differentiate between them.
Among the sea of bourbon releases, Four Roses stands out as one of the most distinguished bourbon makers. Their annual Four Roses Limited Edition Small Batch Bourbon release each fall is highly anticipated by bourbon lovers. Known for using only ten signature bourbon recipes in all their products, Four Roses bourbons have set a high standard for consistency and quality in the industry. The smooth, mellow, and balanced flavor profiles of their bourbons have made them a benchmark for other distillers to aspire to.
For the seventeenth edition of the Limited Edition Small Batch Bourbon series, Master Distiller Brent Elliot has carefully selected four unique batches of bourbon aged between twelve and twenty years. The blend includes a 12-year-old and 20-year-old from the OBSV recipe, a 15-year-old OESK, and a 16-year-old OESF. Each recipe utilizes a specific yeast strain that contributes unique flavors to the bourbon, creating a complex and layered final product.
Brent Elliot describes this year’s release as “truly vibrant, bright, and unique,” while still maintaining a delicate spice finish. The combination of hand-selected recipes aims to provide bourbon enthusiasts with a new and exciting experience with each sip. The complexity of flavors is expected to unfold gradually, revealing hidden nuances with every taste.
Four Roses will release approximately 16,680 750ml bottles of the Limited Edition Small Batch Bourbon across the United States. Priced at $220, this non-chill filtered bourbon is bottled at 54.1% ABV (108.2 proof). The bottles will be available on a limited basis at select locations in Kentucky, starting on September 14. As collectors flock to acquire a bottle, prices are expected to skyrocket in the resale market, potentially reaching four-digit figures.
If there is any limited-release bourbon that deserves excitement, it is the Four Roses Limited Edition Small Batch Bourbon. With its rich history, commitment to quality, and exceptional blending techniques, Four Roses continues to set the bar high in the bourbon industry. Whether you are a seasoned bourbon connoisseur or a newcomer to the world of whiskey, the annual release of the Limited Edition Small Batch Bourbon is an event not to be missed.