Kentucky Peerless Small Batch Bourbon Whiskey 750 ml
Product details
| Management number | 253706200 | Release Date | 2026/10/24 | List Price | CA$34.00 | Model Number | 253706200 | ||
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Peerless Small Batch Bourbon is a bold, craft-driven bourbon that leans into texture, purity, and flavor intensity. Bottled at barrel proof and made using a rare sweet mash process, it delivers caramel, citrus, spice, and floral complexity with a rich, oily mouthfeel. This is a serious enthusiast bourbon—less about polish, more about character and authenticity.
Origins & Craftsmanship
Produced by Kentucky Peerless Distilling Co. in Louisville, this bourbon stands apart from most of the category due to its distinct production philosophy.
Key production elements:
- Sweet mash fermentation (no backset), unlike the standard sour mash process
- Barrel proof bottling (~107 proof, varies by batch)
- Non-chill filtered for maximum texture and flavor retention
- Typically aged around 4+ years (young but expressive craft profile)
The sweet mash approach contributes to:
👉 Cleaner, more vibrant grain character
👉 Enhanced sweetness and fruit expression
👉 A slightly more delicate yet complex structure
Peerless focuses on grain-to-glass production, emphasizing control over every step.
What Makes This Bourbon Unique
- Sweet mash (rare in bourbon) → major differentiator
- Barrel proof → no dilution, full flavor intensity
- Non-chill filtered → richer mouthfeel
- Craft Louisville production → strong authenticity story
👉 This is bourbon built for flavor exploration rather than mass appeal
Critics & Community Notes
- Official tasting notes highlight citrus, cedar, honeysuckle, and spicy oak on the nose
- Palate described as caramel, toasted oak, and layered spice with evolving complexity
- Reviews often note:
- A creamy, slightly sweet profile
- A distinctive floral/citrus edge
- A texture-driven, craft-forward style
Some enthusiasts note it drinks older than its age due to richness and sweetness
Tasting Profile
Nose
Citrus zest, honeysuckle, cedar, and spicy oak.
Palate
Full-bodied with caramel, vanilla, toasted oak, cinnamon, and bright citrus, layered with subtle floral notes.
Finish
Long and evolving with spice, cocoa, and a balance of sweet and dry oak.
Quick Overview
| Category | Details |
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| ABV / Proof | ~107 Proof (varies by batch) |
| Origin / Region | Kentucky, USA |
| Producer | Kentucky Peerless Distilling Co. |
| Process | Sweet mash, non-chill filtered |
| Aging | ~4+ years |
| Batch Type | Small Batch |
| Aromas & Flavors | Caramel, citrus, floral, spice, oak |
| Style / Identity | Craft, barrel-proof, texture-driven bourbon |
Recommended Service
Serving:
Best enjoyed neat or with a few drops of water.
Why:
Water helps open up citrus and floral notes, balancing the spice.
Bestseller ranking
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