Jefferson’S Straight Bourbon Reserve Twin Oaks Custom Barrel 90.2 750 ML

Founded in 1997, Jefferson’s is the brainchild of Trey Zoeller and his father Chet, a famed bourbon historian. They were continuing a family tradition that goes back to Trey’s 8th generation grandmother who was arrested in 1799 for the “production and sales of spirituous liquors.” To personify the brand, they chose Thomas Jefferson known for his curiosity and experimental spirit. This is a mindset to which Trey has dedicated himself, pushing the boundaries of the definition of bourbon.Released in August 2018, this release from Jefferson’s Reserve is made in collaboration with the Independent Stave Company, a family-owned cooperage based in Missouri. The barrels produced were made from grooved staves intended to increase the surface area inside the barrel. The barrels were toasted for a period of time before flash charring. Jefferson’s took 10 year-old Kentucky straight bourbon and finished it in these custom barrels for four months. Bottled at 45.1% ABV.