Town Branch Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey

Product Description

Town Branch: Reviving Lexington's Distilling Tradition

Lexington, Kentucky was established along the Town Branch of Elkhorn Creek, whose waters once powered early industry and provided the limestone-filtered water essential for crafting fine bourbon. Founded in 1999 by Irish entrepreneur Pearse Lyons, founder of the agricultural company Alltech, Lexington Brewing and Distilling Co. proudly revived that tradition as the first new distillery built in Lexington since Prohibition, bringing bourbon production back to a city long known more for horse racing and bluegrass than whiskey.

Town Branch Kentucky Straight Bourbon is a non-age-stated release with an average age of nearly seven years, crafted from a mash bill of 72% corn, 15% malted barley, and 13% rye. That malted barley content, higher than many traditional bourbon mash bills, contributes to a distinctive richness in the final whiskey, developing notes of oak, caramel, and vanilla alongside prominent orchard and stone fruit character. Presented in a distinctive square bottle that stands out on any bar shelf, Town Branch offers a genuine taste of Lexington's revived distilling heritage.

Whether you're exploring bourbons from outside the usual Bardstown and Frankfort circuit, or simply want to try a whiskey with real ties to Kentucky's horse country, Town Branch brings a distinctive, fruit-forward take to the Kentucky straight bourbon category.

Tasting Notes

Nose: Rich caramel and brown sugar, with oak and vanilla developing as the whiskey opens up in the glass.

Palate: Oak, caramel, and vanilla, complemented by orchard and stone fruit notes including apple, cherry, and dried apricot.

Finish: Smooth, with lingering oak and gentle spice.

Food Pairings

Town Branch's caramel and stone fruit profile pairs well with classic Kentucky fare. Try it alongside smoked ham, aged cheddar, or a charcuterie board with dried apricots and cherries.

Serving Suggestions

Town Branch is best enjoyed neat or with a single ice cube to let its stone fruit character develop. It also works well in a Mint Julep or Whiskey Smash, where its fruit-forward profile complements fresh mint and citrus.

Frequently Asked Questions

How old is this bourbon? It's non-age-stated, with an average age of nearly 7 years.

What is the mash bill? 72% corn, 15% malted barley, and 13% rye, a higher malted barley content than many traditional bourbon recipes.

What is the alcohol content? 45% ABV (90 proof).

Where is this bourbon made? At Lexington Brewing and Distilling Co. in Lexington, Kentucky, the first new distillery built in the city since Prohibition.

How should I enjoy it? Neat or with a single ice cube, or mixed into a Mint Julep or Whiskey Smash.

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