Description
Bib & Tucker’s 10 Year Old is a step up in maturity and depth compared to their younger offerings. It balances oak influence with sweet, dessert-like notes and a reasonable spice backbone. While not massively complex, it offers a solid sipping bourbon that leans toward richness and comfort. For enthusiasts it can be interesting to see how the extra years layer in texture and nuance.
Origins & Craftsmanship
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Bib & Tucker is a brand under 35 Maple Street Spirits, which bottles sourced bourbon in small batches.
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This expression is aged 10 years in charred American white oak barrels (char level No. 1)
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Bottled at 46% ABV (92 proof)
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It is non-chill filtered, allowing more texture and retention of flavor compounds.
Tasting Profile
| Aspect | Notes & Observations |
|---|---|
| Nose / Aroma | Vanilla, roasted corn, toasted oak, pipe tobacco. |
| Palate / Taste | Smooth entry; pastry-custard, caramel, toasted oak, milk chocolate. |
| Mid-Palate / Development | Kettle corn, chestnut, nutty tones, soft spice (cinnamon) |
| Finish | Warming, with lingering oak spice, cocoa, dried fruit and a soft dryness. |
Whisky Advocate praised the No. 2 batch for “gracefully layered maturity … creamed buttered corn, peanut brittle, vanilla-almond cream … dried herbs, old leather, and eucalyptus.”
Serving & Pairings
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Serve: Neat in a tulip or Glencairn glass. A few drops of water may help soften oak influence.
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Pairings:
• Chocolate desserts (dark or milk)
• Nutty cakes (almond, pecan)
• Baked apples or fruit crisp
• Aged cheeses with some firmness
• Rich BBQ, smoked meats
Quick Overview
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Name | Bib & Tucker 10 Year Old Small Batch Bourbon |
| Type / Style | Tennessee / small batch bourbon (sourced) |
| Age | 10 years |
| ABV / Proof | 46% / 92 proof |
| Cask / Char | American white oak, char #1 |
| Character | Sweet oak, caramel, dessert notes, moderate spice |
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