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Bourbon Review: Barrell Bourbon Batch 006

We review the latest Barrell release, Barrell Bourbon Batch 006, a sourced, high-rye bourbon bottled at over 122 proof.

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  • Carin Moonin is a Portland-based whiskey enthusiast and writer.
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Appearance:
It’s got a hint of red, bringing to mind a well-cared for chestnut horse at full gallop.
Nose:
When I see a whiskey so deep in color, I often expect the nose to punch me in the face. This doesn’t. It’s subtle: Pie cherries, homemade marshmallow, lightly caramelized corn.
Palate:
Whoa, Nellie! This shit is smooth! It coats the tongue. No off flavors whatsoever. I don’t eat speculoos cookie butter, but I imagine that has the same mouth feel this does. Thankfully, the 006 is not cookie butter-sugary. It’s sweet, but doesn’t attack you with it. Finish: For such a high proof spirit, there’s nothing harsh about this. Even when you hold it in your mouth, it doesn’t burn. Price: It ranges from $85-$100, depending on where you look. Conclusion: Barrell 006, you are so dark and dangerous! This bourbon is deceptively smooth: It is the spy of bourbons. It will create a vortex. It will get you to do anything. It makes me excited for Barrell 007—though I can’t imagine it nearly as dashing… FINAL SCORE: 94/100
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Editor’s Note: This whiskey was either bought as a sample by The Whiskey Wash or provided to us as a review sample by the party behind it. Per our editorial policies, this in no way influenced the outcome of this review.

Carin Moonin

Carin Moonin swapped a 5th-floor walkup in Hoboken, NJ, for a house in SE Portland a decade ago and hasn't looked back. She appreciates Portland's vibrant whiskey scene, finding it complements both the weather and her mood. Carin enjoys exploring the diverse world of brown liquor and its many facets. Her writing has been featured in publications such as Salon.com, DailyDot.com, Willamette Week, Portland Monthly, and others. When she's not indulging in whiskey or writing about it, you can find Carin running, reading, or on the hunt for free samples in grocery stores.

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