Description
Rowans Creek Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Straight Bourbon Whiskey | 50.05% ABV (100.1 Proof) | 750mL
Process & Profile
Rowans Creek is hand-bottled in small batches by Willett Distillery in Bardstown, Kentucky. Its crafted from a blend of bourbons aged between 5 to 15 years, with components sourced primarily from Willetts mash bills (72/13/15 cornryebarley among others). Utilizing limestone-filtered spring water from Rowans Creek and matured in new char#4 American oak barrels, the bourbon bridges maturity and approachability.
Tasting Notes
Appearance: Rich amber-gold
Nose: Caramel and vanilla with touches of minty herbal notes, autumnal spice, rye-driven grassiness, cinnamon, black licorice, and light floral undertones
Palate: Velvety entry with caramel, cherries, baking spices, maple, pepper, with layering of chestnut, juniper, citrus peel, dried fruit, and subtle pine
Finish: Long, warm, and drypeppermint, poppyseed, oak tannins, and lingering citrus and vanilla warmth
What Makes It Special
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Bottled at a robust 100.1 proof for richness without overwhelming heat
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Aged across a range of 515 years for depth and balance
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Part of Willetts small-batch boutique bourbons, handlabeled with batch info
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Sourced mash bills from Willett reflect signature character and quality
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Multiple awards: Gold at San Francisco Spirits for aged expressions; praised by Southern Living as a nutty winter sipper
How to Enjoy
Sip neat or with one large ice cube to highlight its caramelcherry depth and spice. Water opens herbal florals; strong enough for bold cocktails like Old Fashioneds and enjoyable neat at cooler temperatures.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What proof is it?
100.1 proof (50.05% ABV). -
Is it age-stated?
No official age statement; components range from 515 years. -
Whats the mash bill?
Primarily 72% corn, 13% rye, 15% barley with other Willett mash profiles possibly blended. -
Is it small batch?
Yeshand-bottled in batches of fewer than 100 barrels. -
Where does the name come from?
Named after the creek running through Willetts distillery property. -
Is it award-winning?
Yeshas won multiple gold medals and high praise from whiskey critics.




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