Pinhook Bourbon War 7 Year Vertical Series Bourbon 2022 750mL

Pinhook Bourbon War 7 Year Vertical Series Bourbon (2022 Release)
The Fourth Chapter in a Nine-Year Journey of Flavor

The 2022 release of Pinhook’s Bourbon War 7 Year is the fourth expression in the acclaimed Vertical Series—a nine-year exploration of a single lot of 1,350 MGP barrels, designed to showcase how flavor evolves over time. A Double Gold winner at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition, this bourbon blends warmth and complexity, perfectly capturing the richness of its seven-year maturation.

Process & Profile

• Mash Bill: 75% Corn, 20.5% Rye, 4.5% Malted Barley

• Distillation & Aging: Distilled at MGP in Indiana; aged 7 years in new American oak

• Vertical Series: The fourth release in a series that tracks the same barrels from 4 to 12 years of age

• Proof: 115 (57.5% ABV)

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Fresh-baked raisin bread, dark dried fruits, brown butter, and burnt sugar

• Palate: Spiced ginger cookie, dried fig, eucalyptus, and molasses

• Finish: Long and rich with a deep, lingering spice and dark sweetness

What Makes It Special?

• Vertical Aging Insight – Part of a rare opportunity to follow a group of barrels through nine annual releases

• Double Gold Award Winner – Recognized for excellence at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition

• Balanced Complexity – Carefully blended and proofed to highlight the best characteristics of the 7-year expression

• Small-Batch Annual Release – Each year’s blend is uniquely crafted to reflect age and development

How to Enjoy

• Neat or with a Drop of Water – Best appreciated straight or slightly diluted to open up layered notes

• Pairing Suggestions – Great with pecan pie, aged cheddar, or spiced nuts

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. What is the Pinhook Vertical Series?
   The Vertical Series is a nine-year project that follows 1,350 barrels of bourbon from MGP as they age from 4 to 12 years, with each annual release offering a new expression of the same lot.

2. How does the 7 Year compare to earlier releases?
   The 7 Year shows greater richness and depth than earlier releases, with pronounced spice, dark fruit, and molasses notes indicating a leap in maturity.

3. How many bottles were released in 2022?
   While the exact number is limited, each release in the Vertical Series is made from a curated selection of the original 1,350 barrels.

4. Is this bourbon non-chill filtered?
   While Pinhook does not always specify filtration methods on the label, their small-batch releases are generally crafted for maximum flavor integrity.

5. Can I collect the entire Vertical Series?
   Yes! Collectors often seek each annual release to experience the evolution of this one-of-a-kind aging journey.