06/25/2026
Just added to the 13th Colony Distilleries lineup.
13th Colony Symphony, officially called Barrel Symphony: Composition No. 1, is a limited-release bourbon and rye blend bottled at cask strength (116.2 proof).
Overview
Barrel Symphony: Composition No. 1 is a thoughtfully crafted blend from 13th Colony Distilleries, combining 87% six-year-old bourbon with 13% seven-year-old rye. This cask strength release is designed to showcase the depth and complexity of both whiskeys, offering a robust 116.2 proof pour that unfolds with layered flavors in every sip
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Tasting Notes
Nose: Warm honey and maple sweetness, dark chocolate, floral notes, and subtle herbs
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Palate: Spiced orchard fruits, baking spice, candied apple, vanilla buttercream, and a rich, doughy sweetness
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Finish: Lingering sweet corn, dark malt, and a smooth, balanced warmth that complements the high proof
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The blend is praised for its audacious and cohesive profile, balancing the rye spice with the bourbon’s maple and chocolate notes, creating a complex yet approachable cask strength whiskey
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Additional Notes
The release is part of 13th Colony’s first-ever Bourbon X Rye blend, highlighting the distillery’s approach to composed, high-proof whiskeys
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Reviews from Oak & Agave emphasize the careful barrel selection, Georgia aging conditions, and the unique flavor profile that sets it apart from standard blends
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Barrel Symphony: Composition No. 1 represents a bold, high-proof expression of 13th Colony’s craftsmanship, appealing to whiskey enthusiasts seeking a complex, cask-strength bourbon-rye experience.