{"product_id":"the-mallet-5-year-straight-bourbon-whiskey-100-proof","title":"The Mallet 5 Year Straight Bourbon Whiskey 100 Proof","description":"The Mallet 5 Year Straight Bourbon Whiskey is a 100-proof wheated bourbon that brings craft distilling precision to your home bar. Distilled in Indiana and bottled by Arcas Concepts in North Charleston, this full-bodied whiskey showcases the softer, sweeter character that wheat brings to the mash bill, creating a bourbon built for both sipping and mixing.\n\nLike its namesake tool used by skilled craftsmen to shape raw materials into something extraordinary, The Mallet represents the art of transforming grain into exceptional whiskey. The distillery's master distillers carefully select and age this bourbon in charred oak barrels for five years, allowing the wheated mash bill to develop complexity while maintaining the strength and character that defines great American whiskey.\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vanilla bean, caramel apple, toasted oak, honey drizzle, subtle baking spices\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich butterscotch, dark cherry, cinnamon bark, roasted almonds, creamy wheat backbone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium-long with warm oak, black pepper, lingering vanilla, gentle heat\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\u003eStraight Bourbon Whiskey\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eABV\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e50.0% (100 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\u003e5 Years\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDistillery\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDistilled in Indiana\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBottled By\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eArcas Concepts LLC, North Charleston, SC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMash Bill\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWheated Bourbon\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBarrel Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCharred Oak Barrels\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\u003eWhiskey Cocktails:\u003c\/strong\u003e The 100-proof strength holds up beautifully in Old Fashioneds and Manhattans\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNeat Sipping:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wheated mash bill provides approachable complexity for bourbon exploration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBourbon Comparisons:\u003c\/strong\u003e Great introduction to wheated bourbons for rye-forward whiskey drinkers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHome Bar Stocking:\u003c\/strong\u003e Versatile proof and flavor profile works across cocktail applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat does The Mallet bourbon taste like?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Mallet offers a softer, sweeter bourbon experience thanks to its wheated mash bill. Expect rich vanilla and caramel notes upfront, followed by cherry and baking spices, with a creamy mouthfeel that distinguishes it from rye-heavy bourbons. The 100-proof bottling provides warmth without overwhelming heat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs The Mallet good for cocktails?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbsolutely. The 100-proof strength ensures The Mallet won't get lost in cocktails, while the wheated mash bill adds sweetness and body to classic whiskey drinks. It's particularly excellent in Old Fashioneds, Whiskey Sours, and Boulevardiers where you want bourbon character to shine through.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does The Mallet compare to other wheated bourbons?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Mallet sits in the accessible tier of wheated bourbons, offering similar soft, sweet characteristics to bottles like Maker's Mark or Larceny, but with higher proof for more intensity. It's a great stepping stone for exploring wheated bourbon without the premium price of allocated bottles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eShould I drink The Mallet neat or on the rocks?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth ways work well. The wheated mash bill makes it approachable neat, while the 100-proof strength benefits from a splash of water or ice to open up the flavors. Try it neat first to appreciate the full character, then experiment with dilution to find your preference.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs The Mallet worth the price for a 5-year bourbon?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Mallet delivers solid value for a 5-year wheated bourbon at 100 proof. While younger than premium offerings, it shows good oak integration and complexity for its age, making it a practical choice for both cocktails and casual sipping without breaking the bank.\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":"The Mallet","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42120027406391,"sku":"TM5YSBW100P","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0618\/8843\/0135\/files\/front_a9b01d83-21c8-4982-b796-cbb27ebb66f5.jpg?v=1771955176","url":"https:\/\/dramstreet.com\/products\/the-mallet-5-year-straight-bourbon-whiskey-100-proof","provider":"Dram Street","version":"1.0","type":"link"}