Tasting Notes
- Nose: Rich vanilla custard, toasted oak, warm baking spices, caramel corn, hints of dark fruit
- Palate: Full-bodied with charred oak, butterscotch, black pepper, dried cherry, leather undertones
- Finish: Long with lingering spice, oak tannins, sweet tobacco, gentle heat
Product Details
| Spirit Type | Straight Bourbon Whiskey |
|---|---|
| ABV | 50.0% (100 Proof) |
| Volume | 750ml |
| Age Statement | NAS (No Age Statement) |
| Distillery | Hartman's Distilling Co. |
| Region | Buffalo, New York |
| DSP Number | DSP-NY-21164 |
| Batch | Batch 1, Barrel 70 |
| Bottle Number | 1 of 500 |
Perfect For
- Memorial Occasions: Honoring military service members and veterans with meaningful toasts
- Neat Sipping: Full-proof bourbon for serious whiskey enthusiasts who appreciate bold flavors
- Collector's Shelves: Limited 500-bottle release with deep historical significance
- Patriotic Gatherings: Sharing stories and remembrance with fellow supporters of military heritage
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Hartman's A Quiet Tribute taste like?
This 100-proof straight bourbon delivers bold, full-bodied flavors with rich vanilla and caramel notes balanced by charred oak and warm spices. The bottled-in-bond strength provides substantial heat and complexity, with a long finish that showcases both sweetness and spice. It's a serious sipper that commands attention and respect.
Is this bourbon good for cocktails?
While this memorial release can certainly hold its own in classic bourbon cocktails like Old Fashioneds or Manhattans, its limited nature and meaningful backstory make it better suited for neat sipping or special occasion toasts. The 100-proof strength ensures it won't get lost in mixed drinks, but you might want to save this one for contemplative moments.
How should I drink Hartman's A Quiet Tribute?
This bourbon is best enjoyed neat or with just a few drops of water to open up the flavors. Serve it in a Glencairn glass or rocks glass at room temperature. Given its memorial significance, take time to appreciate both the craftsmanship and the meaning behind each sip. It's perfect for quiet reflection or meaningful conversations about service and sacrifice.
Is this bourbon worth the investment?
As a limited release of only 500 bottles with deep memorial significance, this bourbon offers both exceptional drinking quality and collectible value. The bottled-in-bond designation ensures quality standards, while the tribute to military service adds meaningful context. For collectors of American whiskey or supporters of military causes, it represents both excellent bourbon and important storytelling.
What makes this different from other craft bourbons?
Beyond its 100-proof bottled-in-bond quality, this bourbon stands apart through its memorial mission and extremely limited availability. Hartman's created this specifically to honor military service, with proceeds or recognition supporting veteran causes. The combination of New York craft distilling, meaningful purpose, and collector-grade scarcity makes it unique among American whiskeys.
You must be 21 years of age or older to purchase this product.