Daniel Davis
Seelbach’s Private Reserve (Batch 5) Toasted French Oak & Maple Finished Bourbon
Seelbach’s Private Reserve Batch 5 is an interesting bourbon that is not your average pour. Utilizing a combination of French Oak and Maple Syrup finishing barrels, this pour provides a great balance of unique sweetness and spice. Let’s take a closer look at the review!
Nose
The nose of this bourbon is sweet with Maple Sugar Candy, Toffee, and Syrup scents present. Buttered pancakes and a whiff of vanilla sugar add a pleasant complexity. There is also a faint vegetative note that ties it all together.
Palate
Light sweet syrup meets gentle rye spice on the front of the tongue immediately. Notes of brown sugar, oak, and light citrus rind arrive soon after. The palate finishes with a clove essence and a mellow warmth.
Finish
The finish of this bourbon is dominated by herbal notes of peppercorn, cinnamon, and rye spice. Light syrup, oak, and leather make appearances before a pleasant, light peppery spice lingers.
Overall
Seelbach’s Private Reserve Batch 5 is an excellent pour for those looking to explore some interesting flavors. The unique blend of French Oak and Maple Syrup ensures the sip is both approachable and unique. For those that want to get their hands on a bottle of this pour, number 978 out of 1064 is currently available.
Classification: Straight Bourbon Finished in Toasted French Oak and Maple Syrup Barrels
Company: Seelbach’s
Distillery: Sourced from an undisclosed distillery(ies) in Kentucky
Release Date: September 2023
Proof: 111.3
Age: NAS (Website states 4 years, 6 months)
Mashbill: 78% Corn, 12% Malted Barley, 10% Rye
Color: Mahogany
MSRP: $80 / 750mL (2023)
“The combination of French Oak and Maple Syrup finishing barrels in Seelbach’s Private Reserve Batch 5 creates a delicious balance of sweetness and spice. The tasting notes of maple sugar, toffee, and light citrus make it a unique and enjoyable pour. Highly recommend giving it a try!”
“Seelbach’s Private Reserve Batch 5 is a complex and flavorful bourbon that offers a unique twist with its usage of French Oak and Maple Syrup finishing barrels. With notes of sweet maple, spice, and a touch of herbs, this pour is sure to intrigue and satisfy any bourbon lover. Don’t miss your chance to try bottle number 978 out of 1064!”