08/28/2026
Fireside 7-Year Straight Bourbon Whiskey (146.8 Proof) enters "hazmat" territory—
At 146.8 proof, water was completely avoided during bottling, leaving pure cask-strength spirit straight from the barrel.
Flavor Profile & Drinking Characteristics
Nose: Intense concentration of caramelized sugars, charred oak, leather, and concentrated dark fruit (figs, dark cherries), accompanied by significant ethanol v***r.
Palate: Extremely dense and viscous. Heavy notes of dark chocolate, toasted vanilla, to***co, and aggressive wood spices (cinnamon, clove) coat the palate immediately.
Finish: Long and warming with lingering oak tannins, deep molasses, and sustained heat.
Tips for Tasting
Let It Breathe: Allow the pour to sit in a Glencairn or tasting glass for 10–15 minutes to let the heavy alcohol v***rs dissipate before nosing.
Nosing Technique: Keep your mouth slightly open and nose a bit further from the rim than usual to prevent overpowering your olfactory senses.
Add Water: A few drops of distilled water will lower the proof, cut through the ethanol heat, and unlock hidden ester compounds, bringing out underlying fruit and baking spice notes.
Only $99.99
