Garrison Brothers Straight Bourbon – Single Barrel Cask Strength Guadalupe
Short History
Garrison Brothers Distillery has never shied away from pushing bourbon into bold new territory, and the Guadalupe series stands as one of their most refined achievements. Traditionally finished in port wine casks, Guadalupe releases marry Texas intensity with dessert-wine elegance. This Single Barrel Cask Strength edition takes that concept to an entirely new level — uncut, undiluted, and drawn from a single hand-selected barrel, yielding a deeper, richer expression of the beloved Guadalupe profile.
Key Features: Texas Power Meets Port-Cask Luxury
Style: Straight Bourbon Whiskey • Single Barrel • Cask Strength • Port Cask Influence
Origin: Hye, Texas, USA
Proof: Varies by barrel (typically high-proof, uncut & unfiltered)
Barrel Program: Each bottle is sourced from an individually chosen barrel finished in port wine casks, offering a unique mix of Texas heat extraction and fortified-wine richness.
Non-Chill Filtered: Maintains the bourbon’s full body, natural oils, and deep flavor concentration.
Color & Body: Dark ruby-kissed mahogany with a thick, syrupy texture that clings to the glass.
Tasting Notes & Experience
Nose:
Red berries, dark cherry preserves, warm vanilla, oak char, cocoa powder, and hints of jammy port sweetness.
Palate:
Silky yet immensely powerful. Expect waves of ripe plum, blackberry reduction, cinnamon, toasted oak, and caramelized sugar. The port cask influence adds richness and roundness without losing the Texas bourbon backbone.
Finish:
Long, warming, and dessert-leaning — notes of chocolate-covered cherries, seasoned oak, baking spice, and lingering red-wine tannin.
Serving Suggestion:
Excellent neat for collectors who savor cask-strength nuance. A few drops of water will open layers of fruit compote and velvety sweetness.
Overall Expression
Garrison Brothers Straight Bourbon Single Barrel Cask Strength Guadalupe is a stunning fusion of raw Texas intensity and elegant port-cask polish. Each barrel showcases its own personality, making every bottle a unique, highly coveted experience. This is a perfect choice for enthusiasts who appreciate deeply layered, high-proof bourbon with a decadent, fruit-forward finish.