Why is it labeled 'American Whiskey' instead of bourbon?

The 'American Whiskey' designation gives Old Carter more flexibility in blending and finishing compared to strict bourbon regulations, allowing a richer, darker profile.

Old Carter Straight American Whiskey 12 Year Single Barrel #1 134.9 Proof

Old Carter Straight American Whiskey 12 Year Small Batch #1 134.9 Proof

Name: Old Carter Straight American Whiskey 12 Year Small Batch #1 134.9 Proof
Brand: Old Carter
SKU: Scott
Price: 1349.99 USD
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12 years. Batch 1. 134.9 proof. Old Carter Straight American Whiskey — the founding 12-year aged single barrel from Mark and Sherri Carter’s Old Carter program, the inaugural release at this age statement, predating the numbered batch program that followed.

Old Carter Batch 1 at 12 years is the founding expression of what would become one of American craft whiskey’s most respected small batch programs. The Carter family’s background building Kentucky Owl informed their approach: non-chill filtered, natural proof, numbered batches from exceptional aged American whiskey inventory.

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Producer: Old Carter Whiskey Co., Kentucky
Founded by: Mark and Sherri Carter (creators of Kentucky Owl)
Style: American Straight Whiskey, Small Batch
Age: 12 years
Proof: 134.9 (67.45% ABV)
Batch: #1
Size: 750ml

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Frequently Asked Questions

Why is it labeled “American Whiskey” instead of bourbon? The “American Whiskey” designation gives Old Carter more flexibility in blending and finishing compared to strict bourbon regulations, allowing a richer, darker, and more experimental flavor profile.
Is Old Carter 12 Year Small Batch #1 still available? Yes — currently in stock.

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