Tasting Notes: Lively and complex with layers of dried apricots, orange blossoms, spices, and caramelized brown sugar
A bright, vibrant whiskey that instantly stood out among the barrels we sampled. While this bourbon was the most “off-profile” we sampled due to the lighter, more delicate flavor profile, its Watershed DNA is undeniable. This is a stunning whiskey that will appeal to not only bourbon fans, but also those that love a good, apricot-leaning Irish whiskey. A must-have for craft whiskey fans.
The Nerdy Bits:
Mash Bill: 72% corn, 21% rye, 7% malted barleyFill Date: 03/27/2018
Bottle Date: 8/12/2022
Age: 4 years, 4 months, 16 days
Watershed Barrel #: 18-0130
Entry Proof: 121.5
Barrel Char: #4
ABV: 61.52%
Proof: 123.04
Yield: 217 Bottles
Founded in 2010, Watershed Distillery in Columbus, Ohio boasts an impressive list of award-winning gins, bourbon, apple brandy, and liqueurs. Dedicated to the principles of quality and community, this standout Midwest distillery invites you to gather with friends and family, raise a glass, and savor the spirits and company that underpin our personal Watershed moments – whether momentous or fleeting.
We first visited Watershed when researching craft distilleries for Bourbon Sippers. At the time (2012/2013), two guys and a tiny still represented the entirety of the production crew. However, despite this humble appearance, Watershed was still cranking out premium gins and a young bourbon that oozed with potential. Now, much larger and raking in yearly accolades, Watershed was a no-brainer top priority when we decided to launch the Two Souls brand. We could not be happier to be partnering with this industry-leading craft distillery.
