{"title":"Command \u0026 Staff","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"command-staff-2025-2026-straight-bourbon-whiskey","title":"Command \u0026 Staff 2025-2026 Straight Bourbon Whiskey","description":"The morning mist rises from the Maryland hills as the sun catches amber liquid in hand-selected barrels, each one holding the essence of heritage and resolve. Command \u0026amp; Staff Academic Year 2025-2026 Straight Bourbon Whiskey is a 100-proof single barrel expression from Pathfinder Farm in Keedysville, Maryland, aged 35 months and bottled as a commemorative tribute to the Marine Corps University's 2025-2026 academic class.\n\nFrom the rolling countryside of Maryland comes this distinctive straight bourbon, crafted by Pathfinder Farm with the same precision and dedication that defines military excellence. Each bottle represents a single, hand-selected 53-gallon barrel, embodying the unique character and decisive resolve forged at Quantico. The Homegrown By Heroes certified distillery creates spirits that honor both the land and those who serve.\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich caramel, vanilla bean, toasted oak, honey wheat, subtle spice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Caramelized sugar, charred oak, warm baking spices, leather, dark fruit undertones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long, lingering warmth with toasted oak, black pepper, and sweet caramel fade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpirit Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStraight Bourbon Whiskey\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eABV\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e50.0% (100 Proof)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eVolume\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e750 mL\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAge Statement\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e35 Months\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRelease Year\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2025-2026 Academic Year\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDistillery\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePathfinder Farm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRegion\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKeedysville, Maryland\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBarrel Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e53 Gallon Barrel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBottling\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSingle Barrel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMilitary Celebrations:\u003c\/strong\u003e Honoring service members and commemorating achievements\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCollector's Display:\u003c\/strong\u003e Limited commemorative release with distinctive military heritage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNeat Sipping:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full-proof bourbon that rewards contemplative enjoyment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePatriotic Gatherings:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sharing stories of service and sacrifice with fellow Americans\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat does Command \u0026amp; Staff Bourbon taste like?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCommand \u0026amp; Staff delivers rich caramel and toasted oak flavors with a full-bodied 100-proof character. The single barrel expression offers deep vanilla and baking spice notes, followed by a long, warming finish that showcases the Maryland distillery's careful barrel selection and the bourbon's 35-month maturation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this bourbon good for cocktails?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile Command \u0026amp; Staff's 100-proof strength makes it suitable for classic whiskey cocktails like Old Fashioneds or Manhattans, this commemorative single barrel bourbon is best appreciated neat or with a splash of water. The unique character and limited nature of this military tribute deserves to be savored in its pure form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat makes this bourbon special?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis bourbon represents a unique collaboration between Pathfinder Farm and Marine Corps University, bottled from a single hand-selected barrel to commemorate the 2025-2026 academic year. As a Homegrown By Heroes certified product from Maryland, it combines military heritage with craft distilling excellence, featuring distinctive packaging with international flags around the label.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow should I store this commemorative bottle?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStore your Command \u0026amp; Staff bourbon upright in a cool, dark place away from direct sunlight and temperature fluctuations. As a commemorative release, many collectors choose to display the distinctive bottle while keeping it sealed, though the bourbon inside is meant to be enjoyed and will not improve with extended storage once bottled.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs Command \u0026amp; Staff worth the investment?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor collectors of military memorabilia and bourbon enthusiasts, this single barrel release offers both drinking quality and commemorative value. The combination of Maryland craftsmanship, military heritage, limited availability, and 100-proof single barrel character makes it a meaningful addition to any whiskey collection or military tribute display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eYou must be 21 years of age or older to purchase this product.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Command \u0026 Staff","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43399922909258,"sku":"CS20252026SBW","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0670\/6095\/7258\/files\/front_debdeee1-6430-4a2d-a938-8607c6b4239a.jpg?v=1773331665"}],"url":"https:\/\/theoldrickhouse.com\/collections\/command-staff.oembed","provider":"The Old Rickhouse","version":"1.0","type":"link"}