2XO Oak Series American Oak Bourbon

Product Description

2XO Oak Series American Oak Bourbon

2XO American Oak is the first release in Dixon Dedman's ongoing Oak Series, created as an approachable Kentucky bourbon for both sipping and cocktails. Dedman uses an innovative double-oak technique, placing chains of charred American oak into barrels of bourbon with an 18% rye mash bill. The additional oak contact builds caramel, toffee, roasted-nut, and mild pepper notes while the batch profile is matched for consistency.

What Makes 2XO American Oak Distinct

• The first blend in the 2XO Oak Series
• Created by whiskey blender Dixon Dedman
• Uses charred American oak chains for additional oak influence
• Made with a moderate-rye bourbon mash bill containing 18% rye
• An ongoing, approachable release suited to sipping and cocktails

Tasting Notes

Nose: Vanilla, honeysuckle, caramel, and citrus zest.

Palate: Butterscotch, roasted cashews, nougat, and caramel brittle.

Finish: Lingering but mild, with light peppery spice.

Food Pairings

Pair with barbecue, roast pork, glazed ribs, roasted nuts, pecan pie, crème brûlée, or aged cheddar. The bourbon's caramel and nutty notes work particularly well with browned and toasted flavors.

Serving Suggestions

Enjoy neat, over one large cube, or in an Old Fashioned, Manhattan, or Whiskey Sour. Its consistent Oak Series profile makes it an accessible everyday bourbon for a home bar.

About 2XO

2XO—“Two Times Oak”—is led by blender Dixon Dedman, whose releases explore the effect of additional oak on sourced Kentucky whiskey. American Oak anchors the brand's ongoing Oak Series rather than its limited Icon Series. See full production and tasting details on the official 2XO American Oak page.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 2XO mean?

The name refers to “Two Times Oak,” reflecting Dixon Dedman's use of additional oak to shape the whiskey.

How is American Oak different from ordinary bourbon?

Charred American oak chains are inserted into the barrels, increasing oak contact and building caramel, toasted-nut, and spice flavors.

What is the mash bill?

2XO states that the bourbon uses a moderate-rye mash bill containing 18% rye.

What does it taste like?

Expect vanilla, caramel, honeysuckle, butterscotch, roasted cashews, nougat, and a mild peppery finish.

Is 2XO American Oak limited?

It launched as the first Oak Series expression and is intended as a consistent everyday offering, unlike the brand's limited Icon Series blends.

Is it good for cocktails?

Yes. Its caramel sweetness, roasted-nut character, and mild spice work well in classic bourbon cocktails.

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