Balcones Brimstone Texas Scrub Oak Smoked Texas Whiskey (700ml)

Balcones Brimstone Texas Scrub Oak Smoked Texas Whiskey (700ml)

Volume: 700ml           ABV: 53%           Age: No Age Statement           Country: America

Established in 2008 Balcones Distillery was created to deliver a product that is original and and authentic. More importantly it was to deliver this right in the heart of Texas. Taking an old welding shop under a bridge in Waco it was slowly transformed into a whisky distillery and in 2009 the first spirit ran through the stills.

The producers here source local grain, blue corn from New Mexico, Texas grown malted barley, local re-coopered barrels and rain water. The idea is to create whisky that is recognizable and delectable. Ageing here is performed in a unique climate, barrels ‘breathe’ much faster than in Scotland which causes the oak flavours to mingle quicker and accelerates the ageing process. This is whisky that is full of rich flavours and bursting with character.

A smoky corn whisky, which is named Brimstone. Usually we would see the grain smoked to make this type of whisky but in Balcones case they’ve decided to leave the grain and smoke the whisky itself. An incredibly new and innovative way to create something extra special.

Our Tasting Notes

Nose: Old smoker, charred t-bone steaks, dried dark fruits, honey sweetness and warm brown sugar.

Palate: Smoky BBQ sauce meats cooking juices and garden herbs, cracked black pepper.

Finish: Big, bold and smokey with balanced sweetness and charcoal.