{"product_id":"brethren-of-fools-bourbon-whiskey-aged-8-years-barrel-proof","title":"Brethren of Fools Bourbon Whiskey Aged 8 Years Barrel Proof","description":"\u003cp\u003eBrethren of Fools Bourbon Whiskey is an 8-year-aged Kentucky bourbon bottled at barrel proof 110, delivering bold, unfiltered flavor from Indiana distillate finished by Old Louisville Whiskey Co. This limited Batch No. 1 release represents a collaboration between craft distilling tradition and modern bourbon innovation, offering serious whiskey enthusiasts an unadulterated taste experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Brethren of Fools brand emerges from Louisville's vibrant whiskey scene, where Old Louisville Whiskey Co. has established itself as a curator of exceptional barrels. Their approach combines the time-honored practice of sourcing premium Indiana distillate with careful aging and bottling in Kentucky's bourbon heartland. This debut batch showcases their commitment to releasing bourbon at its natural strength, preserving the full character developed during eight years in oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Toasted vanilla bean, brown butter, dark cherry compote, oak spice, leather-bound books\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Caramelized brown sugar, roasted pecans, black pepper heat, dried orange peel, tobacco leaf\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long finish with cinnamon bark, dark chocolate, charred oak, warming ethanol embrace\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\u003eBourbon Whiskey\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eABV\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e55.0% (110 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\u003eOld Louisville Whiskey Co.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDistilled In\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIndiana\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBottled In\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLouisville, Kentucky\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBatch\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBatch No. 1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBottle Count\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100 bottles\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\u003eNeat Sipping:\u003c\/strong\u003e Barrel proof intensity rewards slow, contemplative drinking with drops of water to unlock complexity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCraft Cocktails:\u003c\/strong\u003e High proof makes exceptional Old Fashioneds and Manhattans that won't get diluted\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhiskey Collectors:\u003c\/strong\u003e Limited 100-bottle run makes this a conversation starter for serious bourbon enthusiasts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBourbon Tastings:\u003c\/strong\u003e Indiana distillate showcases a different flavor profile compared to traditional Kentucky mashbills\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat does Brethren of Fools Bourbon taste like?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrethren of Fools delivers bold barrel proof intensity with rich caramel and vanilla sweetness balanced by oak spice and tobacco notes. The 8-year aging develops deep complexity while the 110 proof provides warming heat and full-bodied mouthfeel that coats the palate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this bourbon good for cocktails?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, the 110 proof strength makes this excellent for cocktails, particularly Old Fashioneds and Manhattans where you want the whiskey character to shine through ice and mixers. The high proof ensures the bourbon flavor won't get lost in stirred cocktails.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow should I drink Brethren of Fools Bourbon?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStart neat to appreciate the full barrel proof experience, then add a few drops of water to open up the flavors. The high proof rewards patient sipping and benefits from letting it breathe in the glass for a few minutes before drinking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this bourbon worth the price for a limited release?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor bourbon collectors and barrel proof enthusiasts, the 100-bottle limited run offers exclusivity and the chance to experience Indiana distillate aged in Kentucky. The 8-year age statement and barrel proof bottling provide serious value compared to similar limited releases.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does this compare to other Indiana bourbon?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike other Indiana-sourced bourbons, this showcases the characteristic clean grain profile from MGP distillate, but the 8-year aging and Kentucky finishing adds depth. It's similar in style to other Indiana-sourced craft releases but with Old Louisville's specific barrel selection expertise.\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":"Brethren of Fools","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42130019483703,"sku":"BOFBWA8YBP","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0618\/8843\/0135\/files\/front_384060db-863e-4a13-8b70-ff8ff8409f30.jpg?v=1772730356","url":"https:\/\/dramstreet.com\/products\/brethren-of-fools-bourbon-whiskey-aged-8-years-barrel-proof","provider":"Dram Street","version":"1.0","type":"link"}