Old Carter Bourbon Whiskey Batch #12

Old Carter Bourbon Whiskey Batch #12 110.8 Proof is a small batch release from Old Carter Whiskey Co. — founded by Mark and Sherri Carter, co-creators of Kentucky Owl. Batch #12 is part of Old Carter's flagship straight bourbon line, sourced from multiple Kentucky distillery barrels, blended and bottled at barrel strength when the Carters determine the blend is ready. At 110.8 proof (55.4% ABV), Batch #12 is in the moderate range of Old Carter proof points — one of the more approachable expressions in their catalog while still delivering the concentrated richness the brand is known for. Non-chill filtered, with Sherri hand-labeling every bottle.

Batch #12 was released as the brand's collector following was well-established and allocation had tightened considerably from earlier batches. By this point in the lineup, Old Carter was one of the most actively tracked small-batch American whiskey programs among collectors and retailers.

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Dark caramel, toffee, toasted oak, vanilla, dried fruit, warm baking spice
• Palate: Rich and concentrated — brown sugar, charred barrel, rye spice, oily mouthfeel
• Finish: Long and warming with barrel spice and a sweet, smooth fade

Product Details

Frequently Asked Questions

How does Batch #12 fit in the Old Carter lineup?

At 110.8 proof, Batch #12 is one of the more moderate-proof Old Carter bourbon releases — lower than batches that reach 125+ proof, more accessible neat without requiring water. The lower proof doesn't diminish the richness; it reflects the specific barrel selection for this batch, which tends toward sweetness and smoothness over intensity.

How does Old Carter choose when to release each batch?

Old Carter doesn't follow a fixed release calendar. Mark and Sherri Carter blend and bottle each batch when they determine the barrels have reached the right profile. This means batch-to-batch gaps can vary — some years produce multiple batches, others fewer. This release philosophy keeps each batch genuinely curated rather than production-schedule driven.

Is Batch #12 still available and how does pricing compare to earlier batches?

Batch #12 and later releases generally command higher secondary market prices than the earliest batches (1-5) due to accumulated collector demand — but lower prices than the ultra-rare state-market exclusives (1-GA, 1-DC). The numbered national batches from #10 onward represent Old Carter at full collector maturity.