Very Olde St. Nick Straight Outta Bardstown 11 Year Straight Bourbon Whiskey 750ml

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Very Olde St. Nick Straight Outta Bardstown 11 Year Straight Bourbon Whiskey 750ml

Very Olde St. Nick Straight Outta Bardstown 11 Year is a bold statement from one of Kentucky’s most storied bourbon families. Crafted by the Willet family at Bardstown’s iconic Kentucky Bourbon Distillers, this expression carries eleven years of patient aging in new charred American oak barrels — long enough to develop the kind of deep, layered complexity that serious bourbon collectors seek out.

The “Straight Outta Bardstown” name is a nod to the distillery’s hometown pride, celebrating Bardstown’s legacy as the Bourbon Capital of the World. At 11 years of age, this is a mature, confident bourbon that delivers well beyond its price point — rich with the hallmarks of extended Kentucky aging: dense oak structure, dark fruit, and a long, warming finish.

Nose: Warm caramel and toasted oak lead the way, with notes of vanilla bean, dried cherry, and a hint of baking spice. A subtle floral sweetness rounds out the aroma.

Palate: Full-bodied and approachable, with layers of brown sugar, butterscotch, dark fruit, and charred oak. A gentle rye spice builds mid-palate, adding depth and balance without overwhelming the sweetness.

Finish: Long and smooth with lingering oak tannins, warm vanilla, a touch of dried fruit, and a satisfying peppery fade.