Black Saddle 12 Year Kentucky Straight Bourbon

Black Saddle is a sourced Kentucky straight bourbon, aged a full 12 years in charred American oak and bottled at a gentle 90 proof, sourced and bottled by Frank-Lin Distillers. The extended maturation shows clearly in the glass: a rich, deep amber color that speaks to real time spent in the barrel. On the nose, expect spicy nougat, crème brûlée, and hard candy sweetness, layered with warm caramel and a hint of toasted oak. The palate is rich and layered, bringing peppery spice, toasted cinnamon, and vanilla alongside well-integrated oak structure built up over more than a decade of aging. The finish is smooth and warming, with lingering spice and a clean, oaky close. It's an approachable, easy-sipping bourbon that punches above its modest price point for its age statement, offering genuine 12-year complexity without a high proof or high price tag. It picked up a Double Gold Medal and Best Small Batch Bourbon honors at the 2014 San Francisco World Spirits Competition, a nod to its balance of sweetness, spice, and oak. A solid choice for anyone wanting an older bourbon for easy sipping or classic cocktails without stepping up to premium pricing.