{"product_id":"black-butte-8-year-rum-barrel-finished-american-single-malt","title":"Black Butte 8 Year Rum Barrel Finished American Single Malt","description":"Black Butte Whiskey Finished in Rum Barrels is an 8-year American Single Malt Whiskey from Bendistillery in Bend, Oregon, bottled at 94 proof. This innovative expression combines traditional American oak aging with rum barrel finishing, creating a unique Pacific Northwest take on single malt whiskey that bridges the gap between classic whiskey character and tropical complexity.\n\nBorn from a collaboration between Bendistillery and renowned Deschutes Brewery, Black Butte represents Oregon's growing reputation for craft spirits innovation. The distillery's commitment to quality and experimentation shines through in this rum barrel-finished expression, where eight years of patient aging meets the creative spirit of the Pacific Northwest craft beverage scene.\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Honeyed malt, dark chocolate, vanilla bean, tropical fruit hints, light oak spice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich chocolate brownie, caramelized sugar, dried tropical fruits, toasted oak, warming spice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium to long with lingering chocolate, rum-soaked raisins, gentle oak tannins\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpirit Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAmerican Single Malt Whiskey\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eABV\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e47.0% (94 Proof)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eVolume\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e750ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAge Statement\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8 Years\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDistillery\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBendistillery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRegion\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBend, Oregon\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBarrel Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNew American Oak, Finished in Rum Barrels\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCollaboration\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeschutes Brewery Partnership\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCraft Spirits Exploration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Discovering innovative American single malts beyond traditional whiskey regions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSipping Sessions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Neat or with a splash of water to open up the rum barrel complexity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCocktail Innovation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Adding depth to Old Fashioneds or creating unique Pacific Northwest-inspired drinks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhiskey Gifts:\u003c\/strong\u003e Introducing friends to Oregon's growing craft distilling scene\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat does Black Butte Rum Barrel Finished taste like?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlack Butte delivers rich chocolate and honey notes from its 8-year American oak aging, enhanced by tropical fruit complexity and subtle sweetness from the rum barrel finishing. It's more nuanced than your typical American whiskey, with layers that unfold from sip to sip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs Black Butte good for cocktails?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, Black Butte works beautifully in cocktails where you want depth and complexity. The rum barrel finishing adds tropical notes that complement tiki-style drinks, while the chocolate and oak backbone holds up perfectly in an Old Fashioned or Manhattan variation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow should I drink Black Butte Whiskey?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStart neat to appreciate the full rum barrel influence, then try it with a few drops of water to open up the tropical fruit notes. It's also excellent on the rocks or in premium cocktails where the unique finishing deserves to shine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat makes Black Butte different from other American single malts?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe rum barrel finishing sets Black Butte apart, adding tropical complexity that most American single malts don't have. Combined with Oregon's craft distilling approach and the Deschutes Brewery collaboration, it represents a uniquely Pacific Northwest take on American whiskey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs Black Butte worth the price for an 8-year whiskey?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor an aged American single malt with innovative finishing from a respected craft distillery, Black Butte offers solid value. The rum barrel finishing and Oregon provenance make it a unique addition to any whiskey collection, especially for those exploring beyond traditional whiskey regions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eYou must be 21 years of age or older to purchase this product.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Black Butte","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42123380195383,"sku":"BB8YRBFASM","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0618\/8843\/0135\/files\/front_9ce1a4e8-92a0-47dc-a4de-cbfa6d64b768.jpg?v=1772152579","url":"https:\/\/dramstreet.com\/products\/black-butte-8-year-rum-barrel-finished-american-single-malt","provider":"Dram Street","version":"1.0","type":"link"}