{"product_id":"fathertime-the-caboose-2026-kentucky-straight-bourbon-whiskey","title":"FATHERTIME The Caboose 2026 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey","description":"\u003cp\u003eFATHERTIME The Caboose Precious Batch is a Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey bottled at 92.4 proof, hand-selected from heavy oak barrels at The Bardstown Bourbon Company. This 2026 spring release represents the youngest child's journey—the caboose of the family—raised with love, discipline, and the patient guidance of charred American oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBorn from the rolling hills of Nelson County, FATHERTIME embodies the wisdom that comes with experience and the joy earned through dedication. At The Bardstown Bourbon Company, master distillers understand that the finest bourbon, like the finest children, requires both structure and freedom to develop character. Each bottle of The Caboose tells the story of being the youngest of six, carrying forward family traditions while forging its own path through the rickhouse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Toasted vanilla bean, warm baking spices, honey-drizzled cornbread, sun-warmed oak planks, dried orange peel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Caramel apple crisp, cinnamon bark, roasted pecans, brown butter sweetness, gentle pepper warmth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium length with lingering oak tannins, vanilla custard, and a whisper of charred wood smoke\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\u003e46.2% (92.4 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\u003eNo Age Statement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRelease Year\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2026\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDistillery\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThe Bardstown Bourbon Company\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRegion\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBardstown, Kentucky\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBarrel Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHeavy Oak Barrels\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\u003eFather-child bonding moments:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sharing stories and wisdom over a dram\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFamily milestone celebrations:\u003c\/strong\u003e Graduations, achievements, and life transitions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQuiet evening reflection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Contemplating life's journey from the comfort of your favorite chair\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGift giving:\u003c\/strong\u003e Honoring the father figures and mentors who shaped your path\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat does FATHERTIME The Caboose taste like?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Caboose delivers classic Kentucky bourbon character with toasted vanilla and caramel sweetness balanced by warm baking spices and oak influence. The 92.4 proof provides enough strength to showcase the heavy oak barrel aging while remaining approachable for sipping neat or with a splash of water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs FATHERTIME The Caboose good for cocktails?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile this hand-selected bourbon shines when enjoyed neat or on the rocks, its robust 92.4 proof and complex flavor profile make it excellent for elevated cocktails like Old Fashioneds or Manhattans where you want the bourbon character to stand prominently against other ingredients.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow should I drink FATHERTIME The Caboose?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEnjoy The Caboose neat in a Glencairn glass to fully appreciate its heavy oak barrel influence and complex aromatics. Adding a few drops of water can open up additional vanilla and spice notes, while a single large ice cube provides gentle dilution that highlights the bourbon's natural sweetness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat makes FATHERTIME The Caboose special?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach bottle is personally hand-signed and represents a carefully selected batch aged in heavy oak barrels at The Bardstown Bourbon Company. The Caboose celebrates the unique perspective of being the youngest child—learning from those who came before while developing its own distinct character through patient barrel aging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is similar to FATHERTIME The Caboose?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFans of other Bardstown Bourbon Company releases and oak-forward Kentucky straight bourbons will appreciate The Caboose's balance of traditional bourbon flavors with heavy barrel influence. It shares characteristics with other hand-selected, small-batch bourbons that emphasize craftsmanship and individual bottle attention.\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":"Fathertime","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43384235622474,"sku":"FTC2026KSBW","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0670\/6095\/7258\/files\/front_7b4413a1-d191-464c-b055-a88f7752b823.jpg?v=1772905817","url":"https:\/\/theoldrickhouse.com\/products\/fathertime-the-caboose-2026-kentucky-straight-bourbon-whiskey","provider":"The Old Rickhouse","version":"1.0","type":"link"}