{"title":"King Pine","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"king-pine-6-rare-beautiful-6-year-bourbon-whiskey","title":"King Pine #6 Rare \u0026 Beautiful 6 Year Bourbon Whiskey","description":"\u003cp\u003eKing Pine #6 Rare \u0026amp; Beautiful is a 6-year straight bourbon whiskey crafted in Scarborough, Maine by Granite+Leonard distillery, featuring a distinctive mash bill of 61% corn, 13% malted barley, 13% rye, and 13% buckwheat made from Maine-grown ingredients. This small batch bourbon showcases the unique terroir of coastal Maine, where ocean breezes and pine-scented air influence the aging process in ways that Kentucky rickhouses could never replicate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eGranite+Leonard has carved out a distinctive place in American whiskey by embracing their Maine roots and experimenting with unconventional grains like buckwheat. The King Pine series represents their commitment to showcasing how local ingredients and New England climate create bourbon expressions that honor tradition while forging entirely new flavor territories. Each batch tells the story of Maine's agricultural heritage, from the granite bedrock that filters their water to the pine forests that frame their aging warehouses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wild honey, toasted buckwheat, pine needle freshness, vanilla bean, coastal salt air\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Maple syrup warmth, nutty buckwheat complexity, caramel corn sweetness, gentle rye spice, sea-kissed minerality\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium-long with lingering buckwheat earthiness, vanilla oak, and a whisper of maritime salinity\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\u003eAge Statement\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6 Years\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDistillery\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGranite+Leonard\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRegion\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eScarborough, Maine\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMash Bill\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e61% corn, 13% malted barley, 13% rye, 13% buckwheat\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProduction\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSmall Batch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBatch Designation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKing Pine #6\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\u003eCabin evenings:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sipping neat by the fireplace while snow falls outside\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhiskey exploration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Discovering how buckwheat adds unique complexity to bourbon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaine connections:\u003c\/strong\u003e Celebrating local craft spirits and regional terroir\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThoughtful gifts:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sharing something truly distinctive with fellow whiskey enthusiasts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat does King Pine #6 Bourbon taste like?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKing Pine #6 offers a uniquely Maine bourbon experience with nutty buckwheat complexity balancing traditional bourbon sweetness. The nose presents wild honey and pine freshness, while the palate delivers maple syrup warmth with sea-kissed minerality that reflects its coastal Maine origins. The buckwheat in the mash bill adds an earthy, almost pancake-like richness that sets it apart from conventional bourbons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs King Pine #6 good for cocktails?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKing Pine #6 works beautifully in spirit-forward cocktails like Old Fashioneds or Manhattans, where its buckwheat complexity can shine through. The unique mash bill creates interesting flavor interactions with classic cocktail ingredients, though many prefer to sip it neat to fully appreciate its distinctive Maine character and the craftsmanship behind this small batch expression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow should I drink King Pine Bourbon?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKing Pine #6 is best enjoyed neat or with just a splash of water to open up the buckwheat and maritime notes. Serve it in a Glencairn glass at room temperature to fully appreciate the aromatic complexity from the unique mash bill. The 6-year age provides enough oak structure to support neat sipping while allowing the distinctive buckwheat character to shine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat makes King Pine different from Kentucky bourbon?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKing Pine differentiates itself through its Maine terroir and innovative 13% buckwheat inclusion in the mash bill, creating flavors you won't find in traditional bourbon. The coastal Maine climate influences aging differently than Kentucky's continental climate, while the use of locally-grown grains and granite-filtered water creates a distinctly New England bourbon profile with maritime influences and nutty buckwheat complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs King Pine #6 worth trying for bourbon collectors?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKing Pine #6 represents an exceptional opportunity to experience innovative American bourbon making outside traditional whiskey regions. The combination of 6-year aging, unique buckwheat mash bill, and Maine provenance makes it a standout addition to any collection focused on craft distillery innovation and regional expressions that push bourbon boundaries while respecting tradition.\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":"King Pine","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43340654903370,"sku":"KP6RB6YBW","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0670\/6095\/7258\/files\/label_1_1a49bf03-ff12-485a-b6b7-b2217b5c04c6.jpg?v=1771955575"},{"product_id":"king-pine-4-rare-beautiful-blended-straight-bourbon-whiskey","title":"King Pine 4 Rare \u0026 Beautiful Blended Straight Bourbon Whiskey","description":"\u003cp\u003eKing Pine 4 Rare \u0026amp; Beautiful is a distinctive blended straight bourbon whiskey that marries Maine-grown grain bourbon with traditional Kentucky straight bourbon whiskey in a perfectly balanced 50\/50 blend, bottled at 90 proof by Granite+Leonard Distillery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFrom the pine-scented woods of Maine comes this homage to bourbon's Kentucky roots, where Eastern White Pine heritage meets time-honored distilling traditions. Granite+Leonard's \"wicked small batch boil\" philosophy creates a bridge between New England terroir and Southern bourbon craftsmanship, using 100% Maine-grown grains including locally distinctive buckwheat alongside classic Kentucky bourbon aged a minimum of four years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sweet corn mash, vanilla oak, pine forest air, honey drizzle, warm baking spices\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Caramel corn, maple syrup, rye spice, buckwheat pancakes, charred oak, Kentucky tradition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium length with lingering vanilla, pine needle brightness, gentle rye heat, woodsy sweetness\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\u003eBlended Straight Bourbon Whiskies\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eABV\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e45.0% (90 Proof)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eVolume\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e750ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAge Statement\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAged 4 Years Minimum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDistillery\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGranite+Leonard\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRegion\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaine, USA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMash Bill\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKing Pine: 61% corn, 13% malted barley, 13% rye, 13% buckwheat; Kentucky: 78% corn, 12% rye, 10% malted barley\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\u003eFireside Sipping:\u003c\/strong\u003e Neat pour by the wood stove on cold Maine evenings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegional Exploration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Discovering how Maine terroir influences traditional bourbon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhiskey Education:\u003c\/strong\u003e Side-by-side comparisons with Kentucky-only bourbons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCabin Weekends:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sharing stories of New England distilling innovation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat does King Pine 4 Rare \u0026amp; Beautiful taste like?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKing Pine 4 offers a unique balance between Maine's grain-forward sweetness and Kentucky's traditional bourbon character. The Maine component brings maple syrup notes and buckwheat earthiness, while the Kentucky bourbon provides classic vanilla and oak foundation, creating a harmonious blend that's both familiar and distinctively regional.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs King Pine 4 good for cocktails?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis blended bourbon works excellently in classic whiskey cocktails, particularly Old Fashioneds and Manhattans where its 90-proof strength and balanced flavor profile shine. The Maine buckwheat adds interesting complexity to traditional recipes, while the Kentucky bourbon base ensures cocktail compatibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow should I drink King Pine 4?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKing Pine 4 is best enjoyed neat or with a single ice cube to appreciate the interplay between Maine and Kentucky influences. The 90-proof strength is approachable for sipping, while the complex grain bill rewards slow contemplation to discover the regional nuances in each component.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat makes King Pine different from regular bourbon?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKing Pine 4 stands apart through its 50\/50 blend of Maine-grown grain bourbon featuring locally distinctive buckwheat with traditional Kentucky straight bourbon. This creates a unique terroir expression that honors bourbon's Kentucky heritage while showcasing New England grain character and Granite+Leonard's small-batch philosophy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs King Pine 4 worth the price?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKing Pine 4 offers excellent value for bourbon enthusiasts seeking regional innovation and craft distilling excellence. 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