{"product_id":"the-beautiful-and-the-damned-analog-single-cask-bourbon-2016","title":"The Beautiful and the Damned Analog Single Cask Bourbon 2016","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Beautiful and the Damned Analog Single Cask Series Straight Bourbon Whiskey is a 10-year-old Indiana bourbon bottled at cask strength 115.4 proof from a single barrel, showcasing the bold character of a high-rye mash bill with 36% rye grain. This is bottle 23 from Cask No. 09, distilled in 2016 at Cardinal Spirits and curated by craft spirits enthusiasts who understand the poetry of barrel selection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLost Generation Bottling brought this single cask to life in Bloomington, Indiana, honoring the American tradition of small-batch bourbon craftsmanship. Cardinal Spirits built their reputation on precision distillation and careful barrel management, creating spirits that capture the essence of Indiana's grain-rich terroir. Each bottle comes with a QR code linking to a companion playlist, connecting the sensory experience of whiskey with the soundtrack of its creation.\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 extract, dried orange peel, leather-bound books\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cinnamon bark, dark caramel, roasted corn, black pepper, honey-drizzled biscuits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long and warming with oak tannins, rye spice, cocoa powder, lingering 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\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% Malt 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\u003eBottle Number\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e23\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 Contemplation:\u003c\/strong\u003e This cask strength bourbon demands respect and rewards patience, perfect for slow sipping by the fireplace\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhiskey Collectors:\u003c\/strong\u003e Single cask bottlings with numbered bottles represent the pinnacle of bourbon craftsmanship\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh-Rye Enthusiasts:\u003c\/strong\u003e The 36% rye content delivers exceptional spice complexity for those who appreciate bold flavor profiles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMusical Pairings:\u003c\/strong\u003e The companion playlist creates a unique sensory experience connecting sound and taste\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat does The Beautiful and the Damned Analog taste like?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis 10-year bourbon delivers intense spice and oak character from its high-rye mash bill and cask strength bottling. Expect bold flavors of cinnamon, charred oak, and dark caramel with a long, warming finish that showcases the complexity of single barrel selection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eShould I add water to this cask strength bourbon?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 115.4 proof, this bourbon benefits from a few drops of water to open up the flavors and tame the alcohol heat. 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\u003eHow does the high rye content affect the flavor?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 36% rye in the mash bill creates exceptional spice complexity with notes of cinnamon bark, black pepper, and baking spices. This makes it bolder and more peppery than traditional wheated bourbons, appealing to those who enjoy robust flavor profiles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this bourbon good for cocktails?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile this single cask bourbon can make exceptional cocktails due to its high proof and bold flavors, many enthusiasts prefer to drink it neat or with a splash of water to fully appreciate its unique single barrel character and craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat makes this single cask series special?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach bottle represents a unique expression from one specific barrel, meaning no two casks will taste exactly the same. This bottle 23 from Cask No. 09 offers flavors that will never be replicated, making it a distinctive addition to any whiskey collection.\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":"The Beautiful and the Damned","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43339873419338,"sku":"TBATDASCB2016","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0670\/6095\/7258\/files\/front_ff09b3ac-b5c0-4c07-9478-c3262f9c4aa0.jpg?v=1771906452","url":"https:\/\/theoldrickhouse.com\/products\/the-beautiful-and-the-damned-analog-single-cask-bourbon-2016","provider":"The Old Rickhouse","version":"1.0","type":"link"}