{"title":"Rambling Spirit","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"rambling-spirit-beautiful-and-the-damned-10-year-bourbon","title":"Rambling Spirit Beautiful And The Damned 10 Year Bourbon","description":"\u003cp\u003eRambling Spirit \"The Beautiful and the Damned\" is a 10-year-old straight bourbon whiskey from Indiana's Cardinal Spirits, bottled at cask strength 115.4 proof from a single barrel (Cask No. 09). This high-rye bourbon features a 60% corn, 36% rye, 4% malted barley mash bill, delivering bold spice and complexity in every sip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePart of the Single Cask Series, this expression captures the artistry of Cardinal Spirits' Indiana distillery and the curatorial vision of Lost Generation Bottling in Bloomington. Each bottle tells a story of patient aging and careful barrel selection, with the poetic name drawing inspiration from literary heritage and the rambling spirit of American whiskey making.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Charred oak, baking spices, vanilla bean, dried orange peel, leather-bound books\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cinnamon bark, caramelized brown sugar, toasted almonds, black pepper, dark chocolate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long and warming with lingering rye spice, oak tannins, and hints of tobacco leaf\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\u003e57.7% (115.4 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\u003e10 Years\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRelease Year\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2016\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDistillery\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCardinal Spirits\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRegion\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIndiana\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMash Bill\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e60% Corn, 36% Rye, 4% Malted Barley\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCask Number\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e09\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBottled By\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLost Generation Bottling\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\u003eNeat Sipping:\u003c\/strong\u003e Experience the full complexity of this cask-strength single barrel bourbon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhiskey Collectors:\u003c\/strong\u003e Limited single cask release with unique literary inspiration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEvening Contemplation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Perfect companion for quiet moments and deep conversations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Occasions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Celebrate milestones with this distinctive Indiana straight bourbon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat does Rambling Spirit Beautiful and the Damned taste like?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis high-rye bourbon delivers bold spice upfront with cinnamon bark and black pepper, balanced by rich caramelized brown sugar and vanilla. The 36% rye content creates a spicy backbone while the 10-year aging adds depth through charred oak and leather notes. At cask strength, it's intense and warming with a long, satisfying finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eShould I drink this bourbon neat or with water?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 115.4 proof, this cask-strength bourbon benefits from a few drops of water to open up the complex flavors. Start neat to experience the full intensity, then add small amounts of water to find your preferred balance. The high proof allows you to customize the drinking experience to your taste.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat makes this different from other Indiana bourbons?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis single cask expression showcases Cardinal Spirits' high-rye mash bill at cask strength, offering more spice and complexity than typical Indiana bourbons. The literary-inspired name and companion playlist create a unique sensory experience, while the single barrel bottling ensures each release has distinct character traits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this bourbon worth the investment for collectors?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, this represents excellent value for single cask bourbon collectors. The 10-year age statement, cask strength bottling, and limited single barrel nature make it a distinctive addition to any collection. Indiana bourbon continues to gain recognition, and Cardinal Spirits' quality distillation adds to its collectible appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does the high rye content affect the flavor?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 36% rye content creates a spicier, more complex flavor profile compared to wheated or low-rye bourbons. You'll taste more baking spices, cinnamon, and black pepper, with a drier finish that balances the corn's natural sweetness. This makes it appealing to rye whiskey fans and bourbon drinkers seeking more complexity.\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":"Rambling Spirit","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43337945645130,"sku":"RSBATD10YB","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0670\/6095\/7258\/files\/front_e752474b-00c4-4abb-876e-1a3c0e3ea643.jpg?v=1771866956"},{"product_id":"rambling-spirit-2016-single-cask-straight-bourbon-whiskey-10-year","title":"Rambling Spirit 2016 Single Cask Straight Bourbon Whiskey 10 Year","description":"\u003cp\u003eRambling Spirit Single Cask Series is a 10-year straight bourbon whiskey distilled in 2016 at Cardinal Spirits in Indiana, featuring a high-rye mash bill of 60% corn, 36% rye, and 4% malted barley. This single cask expression represents the artisanal spirit of Indiana bourbon making, bottled exclusively by Lost Generation Bottling in Bloomington with the founder's signature adorning each bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCardinal Spirits has carved out a distinctive place in the Indiana whiskey landscape, embracing both tradition and innovation in their approach to bourbon production. The Rambling Spirit Single Cask Series showcases their commitment to exceptional barrel selection, with each cask hand-chosen for its unique character. The inclusion of a QR code linking to a companion playlist reflects the modern, experiential approach that defines this thoughtfully curated release.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Charred oak mingles with warm baking spices, vanilla custard, and hints of dried orange peel from the high-rye influence\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich caramel and toffee give way to black pepper and cinnamon bark, with underlying notes of leather-bound books and toasted grain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long and warming, featuring lingering rye spice, dark chocolate, and a gentle smokiness from well-seasoned American oak\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\u003e10 Years\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRelease Year\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2016\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDistillery\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCardinal Spirits\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRegion\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIndiana\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMash Bill\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e60% Corn, 36% Rye, 4% Malted Barley\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSeries\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSingle Cask Series\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBottled By\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLost Generation Bottling, Bloomington Indiana\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\u003eContemplative evenings:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sipping neat while exploring the companion playlist, letting the high-rye spice unfold slowly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBourbon collectors:\u003c\/strong\u003e Single cask expressions with founder signatures represent unique moments in distillery history\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMusic and spirits pairing:\u003c\/strong\u003e The curated playlist experience elevates this beyond traditional bourbon tasting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIndiana whiskey exploration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Discovering the distinctive character of Hoosier bourbon craftsmanship\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat does Rambling Spirit Single Cask taste like?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRambling Spirit Single Cask offers a high-rye bourbon profile with pronounced spice notes balanced by rich caramel and vanilla. The 10-year aging brings depth with leather and oak influences, while the 36% rye content provides a distinctive peppery backbone that sets it apart from lower-rye Indiana bourbons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this bourbon good for cocktails or better neat?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis single cask expression shines brightest when sipped neat or with a splash of water to unlock its complexity. The decade of aging and unique single barrel character makes it ideal for contemplative sipping rather than mixing, allowing you to fully appreciate the craftsmanship and barrel selection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat makes this different from other Cardinal Spirits releases?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Single Cask Series represents Cardinal Spirits' most selective barrel program, with each bottle coming from a single exceptional cask rather than a blend. The founder's signature, companion playlist, and special bottling by Lost Generation make this a truly unique release that captures a specific moment in the distillery's history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow should I store and serve this bourbon?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStore upright in a cool, dark place away from temperature fluctuations. Serve neat in a Glencairn or rocks glass at room temperature, allowing 10-15 minutes for the bourbon to open up. The high-rye content means it benefits from a few drops of room temperature water to release additional aromatics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this worth collecting as an investment piece?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSingle cask bourbon releases with founder signatures and unique bottling stories often appreciate over time, especially from respected craft distilleries like Cardinal Spirits. 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