1792 Twelve Year Old Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey — 96.6 Proof
1792 Twelve Year Old Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey — 96.6 Proof
1792 Twelve Year Old Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey — 96.6 Proof
1792 Twelve Year Old Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey — 96.6 Proof
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Age: 12 Years | Region: Bardstown, Kentucky, USA | Proof: 96.6 Proof
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Introduced in July 2019, 1792 Twelve Year Old marked the triumphant return of age-stated bottling to the Barton 1792 lineup. It remains the only expression in the family to carry a double-digit age statement, representing the absolute pinnacle of maturity and oak integration for the distillery’s high-rye mash bill.

The Twelve-Year Distinction

Sourced from the heart of Barton's aging warehouses, this release showcases the refined interaction between extended oak maturation and the brand’s "brash yet balanced" DNA.

  • Proof Optimization: Master Distiller Danny Kahn selected 96.6 proof specifically to highlight the 12-year profile’s silkiness without the aggressive heat of higher-proof bottlings.
  • Market Standing: Competing in the elite tier alongside Knob Creek 12 and Weller 12, this expression is distinguished by its sophisticated rye character and a drier, more resonant finish.
  • Limited Return: This was the first age-stated 1792 release since the 2013 redesign, signifying the return of Barton’s most matured inventory.
Sensory Profile

Nose: Elegant vanilla, toffee, and honey. The oak is remarkably restrained for its age, allowing traces of bright cherry and orange zest to develop as it breathes.

Palate: Balanced and complex. Toasted walnut and aged oak meet layers of caramel and a dry tannic structure, with rye spice asserting itself through the mid-palate.

Finish: Medium length and clean. Features notes of candied pecan and seasoned oak with a sophisticated, lingering dryness.

Technical Composition

The 12-Year utilizes the same undisclosed high-rye recipe as the Small Batch, but with a decade-plus of maturation calibrated to emphasize structural elegance over primary grain spice.

"The definitive double-digit age statement in the modern 1792 portfolio."

Technical Specifications
Distillery Barton 1792 Distillery, Bardstown, KY
Style Kentucky Straight Bourbon (Age Stated)
Age Statement 12 Years
Mash Bill High-Rye Recipe (Est. 15-25% Rye)
Proof / ABV 96.6 Proof / 48.3% ABV
Release Cycle Annual Summer Release
Bottle Size 750 ml
Collector Notes

As a single-batch annual summer release, 1792 Twelve Year Old is a mandatory anchor for any vertical 1792 collection. It represents a more "classical" Kentucky profile than the aggressively proofed limited releases, focusing on the patience of the aging process rather than raw intensity. Every bottle offered is verified for pristine label integrity, original gold foil condition, and seal security. A high-conviction acquisition for collectors of age-stated Kentucky heritage.

Recommended Serving

This bourbon is best appreciated neat in a Glencairn glass to register the intricate interplay of walnut and toffee. A few drops of water will soften the oak tannins and bring the front-palate sweetness forward. While it holds its structure in stirred cocktails, its age and proof are optimized for neat enjoyment.
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Processing Time: Most orders process within 1–8 business days. You will receive a tracking number via email as soon as your bottle ships.

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Restrictions: We ship only within the permitted U.S. states and cannot deliver to P.O. Boxes or U.S. Territories.

All Sales Final: Due to alcohol regulations, we cannot accept returns for change of mind.
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