Old Grand Dad 114 Single Barrel 7 Year Old Bourbon Whiskey
Old Grand Dad 114 Single Barrel 7 Year Old Bourbon Whiskey – 7-Year-Old Cask Strength Single Barrel Kentucky Straight Bourbon | Old Grand Dad, Clermont, Kentucky
Old Grand Dad 114 Single Barrel 7 Year Old Bourbon Whiskey is an exceptional, collector-grade expression from Old Grand Dad — one of the most storied and beloved names in American bourbon history, a brand with roots stretching back to the 19th century and a legacy built on high-rye mash bills, bold flavor, and the kind of uncompromising character that has made Old Grand Dad a perennial favorite among serious bourbon enthusiasts. While the standard Old Grand Dad 114 is already a cult classic in the bourbon world — celebrated for its high-rye boldness and exceptional value at cask strength — this Single Barrel 7 Year Old expression takes that legacy to an entirely new level, offering the depth, individuality, and collector appeal that only a single barrel, age-stated release can deliver.
Old Grand Dad 114 Single Barrel 7 Year Old is a 7-year-old Kentucky straight bourbon drawn from a single barrel and bottled at 114 proof (57% ABV) — cask strength, unfiltered, and unadulterated. The high-rye mash bill that defines Old Grand Dad produces a bourbon of exceptional spice, complexity, and depth, and seven years of Kentucky warehouse maturation adds the oak integration, caramel richness, and layered character that elevate this single barrel release into the realm of truly serious, age-stated bourbon collecting.
Tasting Notes
- Nose: Bold and inviting with rich caramel, vanilla, rye spice, toasted oak, dried fruit, and the characteristic high-rye complexity that defines Old Grand Dad — the powerful, layered aromatics of a 7-year-old cask strength single barrel Kentucky bourbon of exceptional character
- Palate: Full-bodied and impressively complex with waves of caramel, vanilla, rye spice, toasted oak, dark fruit, and a 114-proof intensity that delivers the full, unfiltered character of a single barrel — a bourbon of rare depth, boldness, and sophistication
- Finish: Long, warm, and deeply satisfying with lingering rye spice, oak, caramel, and a clean, powerful cask strength warmth — the hallmark of a world-class, age-stated single barrel Kentucky straight bourbon
Key Highlights
- ✔ 7 Year Old — age-stated Kentucky straight bourbon with seven years of warehouse maturation for exceptional depth, oak integration, and complexity
- ✔ Single Barrel — drawn from one individual barrel for maximum individuality, character, and collector appeal
- ✔ 114 proof (57% ABV) — cask strength, unfiltered, and unadulterated for the full expression of Old Grand Dad’s high-rye character
- ✔ From Old Grand Dad — one of the most storied and beloved names in American bourbon history, celebrated for its bold high-rye mash bill and uncompromising character
- ✔ 750mL bottle — a must-have for bourbon collectors, Old Grand Dad devotees, and serious cask strength enthusiasts
- ✔ Available at Del Mesa Liquor with nationwide shipping
How to Enjoy
Old Grand Dad 114 Single Barrel 7 Year Old Bourbon Whiskey is best enjoyed neat in a Glencairn or rocks glass to fully appreciate the extraordinary cask strength intensity and high-rye complexity that seven years of Kentucky maturation and single barrel selection have produced. A few drops of still water can open up additional layers of caramel, vanilla, and rye spice. This is emphatically a sipping bourbon — its rarity, age statement, and single barrel provenance make it ideal for slow, contemplative enjoyment. For food pairings, Old Grand Dad 114 Single Barrel pairs beautifully with BBQ brisket and smoked meats, pecan pie and caramel desserts, aged sharp cheddar and hard cheeses, dark chocolate, and grilled ribeye and beef dishes.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What makes Old Grand Dad 114 Single Barrel different from standard Old Grand Dad 114?
While the standard Old Grand Dad 114 is a vatted (blended) cask strength bourbon drawn from multiple barrels, the Single Barrel 7 Year Old expression is drawn from one individual barrel, carries an explicit 7-year age statement, and offers the unique character, individuality, and collector appeal that only a single barrel release can provide. Each barrel is slightly different, making every bottle a one-of-a-kind expression of Old Grand Dad’s exceptional high-rye distillate.
What is Old Grand Dad’s mash bill?
Old Grand Dad is produced using a high-rye mash bill — one of the highest rye content mash bills in Kentucky bourbon production — which gives Old Grand Dad its characteristic bold spice, complexity, and depth that distinguishes it from lower-rye or wheated bourbon expressions. This high-rye character is the defining signature of Old Grand Dad across all its expressions, and it shines with particular intensity in the cask strength, single barrel format.
Where can I buy Old Grand Dad 114 Single Barrel 7 Year Old Bourbon Whiskey?
You can purchase it online through Del Mesa Liquor with nationwide shipping available.