Hardin's Creek 8 Year High Distillation Profile Straight Bourbon 700mL

Hardin's Creek 8 Year High Distillation Profile is a Kentucky straight bourbon exploring the upper end of the low-wine distillation range — a 120-proof first-distillation target, aged eight years and bottled at 109 proof.

Part of a three-expression Distillation Series from James B. Beam Distilling Co., the High expression changes only the first-distillation setting while keeping the same mash bill and fermentation as the Low and Middle bottlings. After eight years of aging and bottling at 54.5% ABV (109 proof), it takes a brighter flavor direction — orchard fruit, apple, citrus, floral honey, and wood spice — an engaging contrast to the Low's darker richness and the Middle's rounded vanilla and toffee.

Tasting Notes

Nose: Orchard fruit, fresh apple, and floral honey.
Palate: Bright apple and citrus notes with light honey sweetness.
Finish: Delicate wood spice and a lighter fruit impression.

Specifications

Producer: James B. Beam Distilling Co. (Hardin's Creek), Clermont, Kentucky
Style: Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey (Distillation Series, High)
Low-Wine Target: 120 proof (first distillation)
Age: 8 Years
ABV: 54.5% (109 proof)
Size: 700mL

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does "High Distillation Profile" mean a higher bottling proof?
No — it refers to the 120-proof low-wine distillation target. The finished bourbon is bottled at 109 proof, matching Low and Middle.

How old is it?
It carries an eight-year age statement.

How is it different from Low and Middle?
High uses a 120-proof low-wine target versus 105 (Low) and 115 (Middle); its direction is brighter and more fruit-focused.