Kentucky Peerless Distilling Company announced the release of the first batch of its Toasted Bourbon on March 16.

The release will take place at 10 a.m. at the Peerless Distillery located at 120 North 10th Street in Louisville. Peerless Toasted Bourbon will then begin distribution throughout Kentucky and eventually, nationwide. The first 100 bottles sold will include a specially numbered label. Bottle signings will be offered at the distillery from 10 a.m.-noon that day There is a two-bottle purchase limit per person.

Peerless Toasted Bourbon is aged in two separate oak barrels. It is initially aged in the distillery’s standard, char level 3 barrel. This process develops the desired flavor profiles of caramel, brown sugar, and toffee. The already barrel-aged whiskey is then placed in a toasted barrel to finish. The toasted barrel adds more complexity with honey, vanilla, toasted spices, and chocolate. The unique aging process allows for an elevated nose and palate.

“We hand-select each barrel for the finishing process. We chose to use a medium toast because it contains less tannins, which results in a more aromatic whiskey with warm, sweet, savory character and strong vanilla overtones,” Peerless Head Taster John Wadell said in a news release.

About Kentucky Peerless Distilling Co.

The family-owned and operated craft distillery was originally established in 1889 and resurrected in 2013 by Corky Taylor, 4^th Generation, and Carson Taylor, 5th Generation. The distillery is known for its commitment to producing handcrafted, sweet mash bourbon and rye whiskey using traditional methods and fine ingredients.

Today, Peerless operates under the same distilled spirits number, DSP-KY-50, with the same standards of quality. It has opted to craft entirely in-house without outsourcing or comprising. Kentucky Peerless Distilling Company is open to the public Monday through Saturday for tours and tastings in Louisville, Kentucky. 

For more information and to book reservations, visit kentuckypeerless.com.