WhistlePig The Beholden Premium 21-Year-Aged Single Malt Whiskey 750ml

WhistlePig Béhölden 21-Year Single Malt
A groundbreaking California Single Malt redefining American whiskey craftsmanship. This ultra-rare release undergoes an unprecedented 21-year maturation in American Oak barrels, developing a robust foundation of toasted grain and caramelized nuts before finishing in proprietary WhistlePig Rye casks for 6 months—adding layers of cinnamon spice and smoky complexity absent in conventional single malts.

Why It Stands Out
– Double-Aged Distinction: Matured twice longer than typical North American single malts (industry average: 8-12 years)
– Dual Barrel Influence: Combines vanilla-rich American Oak with spicy Rye finishing for balanced depth
– Limited Legacy: Only 18 hand-selected barrels bottled at cask-strength proof (46%) for authentic character

Palate Journey
Initial: Golden raisin sweetness interwoven with graham cracker biscuit notes
Middle: Ripe black cherry compote emerges alongside clove-infused oak tannins
Finish: Lingering praline sweetness balanced by subtle smoke from rye finishing

Collector’s Specifications
– ABV: 46% (92 proof)
– Barrel Count: 18 (Spring 2023 vintage)
– Terroir: Napa Valley-inspired climate maturation

Exclusive Availability
Strictly California-distributed through BottleBarn.com or Santa Rosa boutique location. Each bottle includes NFC authentication for provenance verification—a first in U.S. whiskey markets.

Ideal for connoisseurs seeking rare American single malts with Old World complexity or collectors targeting limited-edition spirits under 500 units produced annually.