Old Sport Bourbon Barrel #13 110.8 Proof

Old Sport Bourbon Barrel #13 110.8 Proof is a single barrel expression from Old Carter Whiskey Co.'s "Old Sport" line — a sister program to their flagship numbered batch releases, named with the classic American literary reference. Like all Old Carter releases, Barrel #13 is sourced from Kentucky, bottled at barrel strength (110.8 proof / 55.4% ABV), non-chill filtered, and hand-labeled by Sherri Carter. The Old Sport series focuses on single barrel transparency — each barrel has a specific number and is documented as a standalone expression rather than a batch blend.

At 110.8 proof, Barrel #13 sits in the approachable end of Old Carter's proof spectrum — lower than the hazmat-level batches but still fully uncut and unfiltered at cask strength. This is the classic Old Carter ethos: real barrel character, real proof, no apologies — but accessible enough to drink neat without necessarily needing water. Old Sport Bourbon Barrel 13 is the only Barrel 13 Mark Carter has ever bottled.

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Warm caramel, toffee, toasted oak, vanilla, baking spice, dried fruit — the signature oily richness of Old Carter
• Palate: Full and concentrated — brown sugar, charred barrel, rye spice, dark chocolate, smooth mouthfeel from non-chill filtration
• Finish: Long and warming with persistent barrel spice and a sweet, smooth fade

Product Details

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the "Old Sport" series versus the numbered batch releases?

Old Carter's flagship releases are the numbered batches (Batch #1, #2, etc.) — small batch blends of multiple barrels. The Old Sport series represents single barrel expressions, where each barrel stands alone. Old Sport Barrel #13 is a specific individual cask rather than a blend, giving it the unique character of that single barrel's aging and proof exit point.

Why is 110.8 proof notable for Old Carter?

Old Carter spans a wide range — some batches reach 130+ proof while others land in the 107-115 range. At 110.8 proof, Barrel #13 is on the more approachable end, making it ideal for collectors who want Old Carter's signature richness and non-chill filtered character without the intensity of the higher-proof expressions. It drinks cleanly neat without requiring water.

Is Old Carter Old Sport Barrel #13 still available?

Old Carter Bourbon single barrel releases are produced in very limited quantities — a single barrel produces a finite number of bottles. Once depleted, Barrel #13 will not be reproduced. This is the nature of single barrel releases: each is unique, and availability is strictly limited to the original barrel yield.