Bardstown Bourbon Company Discovery 2026 is a limited release blending 7-, 10-, and 11-year-old straight bourbons finished four months in rare custom Garryana oak barrels, bottled at 112.8 proof.
The 2026 Discovery continues Bardstown's acclaimed blending program, pairing mature straight bourbons with an unusual secondary oak finish. After blending for balance between mature fruit and oak, the whiskey was transferred into custom Garryana oak barrels from Oregon for four additional months. Also known as Oregon White Oak, Garryana is a scarce Pacific Northwest species prized for distinctive spice and structure; the finishing barrels were made by Oregon Barrel Works and hand-toasted for three hours, with summer maturation chosen to encourage oak interaction. Bottled at 112.8 proof (56.4% ABV), with original label artwork by Louisville artist Margaret Archambault.
Tasting Notes
Nose: Toasted oak, burnt sugar, baked apple cobbler, and mature bourbon sweetness.
Palate: Dried cherry, cinnamon bark, caramelized fruit, and structured oak spice.
Finish: Long and warming, with lingering toasted oak, cinnamon, dark sweetness, and distinctive Garryana character.
Specifications
Producer: Bardstown Bourbon Company
Style: Blend of Straight Bourbons, Garryana Oak Finished (2026 Discovery, Limited Release)
Blend: 7-, 10-, and 11-year-old straight bourbons
Finish: 4 months in custom Garryana (Oregon White Oak) barrels
Proof: 112.8 (56.4% ABV)
Size: 750mL
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bardstown Discovery 2026?
It is a limited blend of 7-, 10-, and 11-year-old straight bourbons finished four months in custom Garryana oak barrels, bottled at 112.8 proof.
What is Garryana oak?
Also called Oregon White Oak, it is a rare Pacific Northwest species that adds spice, structure, and toasted oak complexity.
What proof is it?
112.8 proof (56.4% ABV).
