Evan Williams Single Barrel Vintage is a Kentucky bourbon that honors the true spirit of American craftsmanship. Each barrel is hand-selected for its individuality, aged patiently in traditional rickhouses, and bottled with its vintage year proudly displayed. It’s not just bourbon, it’s a story in every sip, a reflection of the year, the season, and the hands that shaped it.

Evan Williams Single Barrel Vintage
Brand: Evan Williams | Category: Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey | ABV: 43.3% | Origin: Kentucky, USA

Tasting Profile:
Nose: Rich and inviting, with notes of caramel, toasted oak, vanilla, and hints of dried fruit.
Palate: Smooth and full-bodied, unveiling layers of honey, toffee, and spice balanced by a touch of orange peel and charred oak.
Finish: Long and warming, with lingering sweetness and a whisper of cinnamon and oak smoke.

Production Details:
Each bottle of Evan Williams Single Barrel comes from one carefully chosen cask, aged between seven and nine years. Unlike large-batch bourbons, it’s drawn from a single barrel, no blending, no shortcuts. The label records the barrel number, date barreled, and bottling year, preserving the individuality of each vintage.

Perfect For:
Perfect for collectors and purists who appreciate authenticity and depth. It’s a bourbon made for slow sipping, ideal after a long day or shared among those who value tradition and craftsmanship.

Expert Notes:
Recognized as one of the best-value single barrel bourbons on the market, Evan Williams has earned multiple awards for its depth and consistency. Experts praise it as “a bourbon that overdelivers on every pour”, elegant, rich, and impeccably balanced.

Customer Reviews:

“Complex yet comforting, one of my favorite single barrels year after year.”
“The quality you’d expect from bottles twice the price.”
“Every vintage tells its own story, sweet, smoky, and perfectly balanced.”

Interesting Fact:
Evan Williams is named after Kentucky’s first licensed distiller, who began producing whiskey along the Ohio River in 1783, a pioneer whose legacy continues in every bottle.

Serving Suggestions:
Enjoy neat or with a single cube of ice to open up its caramel and spice notes. A splash of water enhances its citrus brightness and highlights its smooth oak finish. Pairs beautifully with grilled meats, pecan pie, or dark chocolate.

Distillery Background:
Produced at the Heaven Hill Distillery, one of America’s last major family-owned bourbon makers, Evan Williams reflects the heritage and integrity of Kentucky’s bourbon tradition. The Single Barrel Vintage is their crown jewel, patient, proud, and unflinchingly authentic.