Subtle Spirits Single Barrel Volume 5 Cask Strength Bourbon Whiskey – 128.2 Proof (64.1% ABV) | 750ml

Subtle Spirits Single Barrel Volume 5 Cask Strength Bourbon Whiskey is a distinctive single-barrel release offering impressive maturity, depth, and intensity. Aged for 9 years and 10 months and bottled at a powerful 64.1% ABV, this cask-strength bourbon delivers a bold, full-bodied experience. Its rich character brings together notes of caramelized sweetness, toasted oak, dark sugar, and warming spice, creating a memorable whiskey for enthusiasts who appreciate robust, high-proof bourbon.

Key Details

Spirit Type: Straight Bourbon Whiskey

Brand: Subtle Spirits

Release: Single Barrel Volume 5

Age: 9 Years 10 Months

Mash Bill: 78% Corn, 13% Rye, 9% Malted Barley

Alcohol Content: 64.1% ABV (128.2 Proof)

Bottle Size: 750ml

Production Style: Single Barrel, Cask Strength

Process & Production

Subtle Spirits Volume 5 is a carefully selected single-barrel bourbon showcasing the character developed through extended oak maturation. Its mash bill of 78% corn, 13% rye, and 9% malted barley provides a foundation of natural sweetness balanced by grain character and spice.

Aged for 9 years and 10 months, this bourbon develops additional depth and complexity through its time in oak barrels. Bottled at 64.1% ABV, it retains its powerful cask-strength character without dilution to standard bottling strength.

Appearance

Deep amber with rich golden-brown highlights.

Tasting Notes

Nose: Brown sugar, caramel, and toasted oak, with warm, inviting sweetness.

Palate: Rich and full-bodied, with impressions of toffee, pecan, baking spices, and mature oak.

Finish: Long and warming, with lingering caramel sweetness, oak, and spice.

What Makes It Special

This Volume 5 release combines nearly a decade of maturation with the individuality of single-barrel selection. Its impressive 64.1% ABV bottling preserves the bourbon's concentrated character and intensity, while its high-corn mash bill provides a rich foundation of sweetness and balanced spice.

How to Enjoy

Enjoy neat to experience its full cask-strength character. A few drops of water can help open the aromas and reveal additional layers of sweetness and oak. It can also be enjoyed over a large ice cube.

Frequently Asked Questions

How old is Subtle Spirits Volume 5?

This release is aged for 9 years and 10 months.

What does cask strength mean?

Cask strength means the bourbon is bottled at or near its barrel strength, preserving its concentrated flavor and higher alcohol content.

What is the alcohol content?

This bottle is 64.1% ABV, equivalent to 128.2 proof.

What is the mash bill?

The previously listed mash bill is 78% corn, 13% rye, and 9% malted barley.

Subtle Spirits Single Barrel Volume 5 Cask Strength Bourbon Whiskey

Subtle Spirits Volume 5 delivers a bold, mature bourbon experience, combining 9 years and 10 months of aging with the intensity of a 64.1% ABV cask-strength bottling. Its rich sweetness, oak character, and warming spice make it a distinctive addition to any bourbon collection.