{"product_id":"2976-kentucky-straight-bourbon-whiskey-cask-strength","title":"2976 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey Cask Strength","description":"2976 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey is a cask-strength Kentucky bourbon bottled at 60.1% ABV, crafted as a memorial tribute with the inscription \"In Remembrance of November 4, 2025 - Blue Skies \u0026amp; Tailwinds.\" This barrel-proof expression delivers the full intensity of Kentucky's bourbon-making tradition in its most concentrated form.\n\nBottled by Saga Spirits Group in Frankfort, Kentucky, this commemorative bourbon carries coordinates 38°8'50\"N 85°44'4\"W, marking a specific place and moment in time. The spirit represents the heart of Kentucky's bourbon country, where limestone-filtered water and the region's distinctive climate create the perfect conditions for aging whiskey. Each bottle tells a story of remembrance and celebration, embodied in amber liquid that captures the essence of the Bluegrass State.\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Charred oak, vanilla bean, caramel corn, brown butter, hint of tobacco leaf\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich honey, dark chocolate, cinnamon bark, leather, roasted nuts, Kentucky oak\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long and warming with lingering spice, oak tannins, and sweet corn\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\u003eKentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eABV\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e60.1%\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\u003eNo Age Statement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBottled By\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSaga Spirits Group\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRegion\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKentucky, USA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBottle Number\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e203\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBarrel Number\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2\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\u003eMemorial Toasts:\u003c\/strong\u003e Honoring special memories with a meaningful bourbon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNeat Sipping:\u003c\/strong\u003e Experiencing full cask-strength flavor and complexity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAviation Enthusiasts:\u003c\/strong\u003e Celebrating the \"blue skies and tailwinds\" spirit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCollectors:\u003c\/strong\u003e Adding a commemorative numbered bottle to your collection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat does 2976 bourbon taste like?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2976 bourbon delivers intense cask-strength flavor with rich honey and dark chocolate on the palate, complemented by charred oak and vanilla on the nose. At 60.1% ABV, this Kentucky straight bourbon provides full-bodied complexity with warming spice and a long, satisfying finish that showcases the spirit's barrel-proof intensity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eShould I drink 2976 bourbon neat or with water?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis cask-strength bourbon is excellent neat for experienced whiskey drinkers, but adding a few drops of water can open up additional flavors and aromas. The high proof allows for customization—start neat to appreciate the full intensity, then experiment with small amounts of water to find your preferred drinking strength.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat makes 2976 bourbon special?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2976 bourbon is a commemorative release honoring November 4, 2025, with specific coordinates and the meaningful inscription \"Blue Skies \u0026amp; Tailwinds.\" Each bottle is individually numbered from a single barrel, making this a limited and personal tribute bottled at cask strength to preserve the whiskey's full character and intensity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs 2976 bourbon worth collecting?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, this commemorative bourbon offers strong collectible appeal with its memorial significance, numbered bottles, single barrel origin, and cask-strength bottling. The specific date, coordinates, and aviation-themed inscription create a unique story that makes each bottle a meaningful keepsake beyond its quality as a Kentucky straight bourbon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does 2976 compare to other Kentucky bourbons?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2976 stands apart from typical Kentucky bourbons through its cask-strength bottling and commemorative nature. While sharing the classic Kentucky bourbon profile of corn sweetness and oak influence, the 60.1% ABV delivers more intensity than standard 80-90 proof bourbons, offering a more concentrated expression of traditional bourbon flavors.\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":"2976","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43384147083338,"sku":"2976KSBWCS","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0670\/6095\/7258\/files\/front_b14d7143-efe1-4551-b9cd-2646c44e02db.jpg?v=1772903038","url":"https:\/\/theoldrickhouse.com\/products\/2976-kentucky-straight-bourbon-whiskey-cask-strength","provider":"The Old Rickhouse","version":"1.0","type":"link"}