Black Saddle 12 Year Old Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Black Saddle 12 Year Old Straight Bourbon Whiskey is a 90-proof (45% ABV) Kentucky straight bourbon aged a full 12 years in new charred American oak. Sourced in Kentucky and bottled by Frank-Lin Distillers in California, it pours a rich amber with spicy nougat, crème brûlée, and hard candy on the nose, and pepper spice, toasted cinnamon, and hints of vanilla on the palate. A Double Gold and "Best Small Batch Bourbon" winner at the 2014 San Francisco World Spirits Competition. In a 750mL bottle — order online at Del Mesa Liquor, San Diego, CA.
- ABV: 45% (90 proof)
- Size: 750mL
- Age: 12 years
- Casks: New charred American oak
- Origin: Kentucky (bottled in California)
- Awards: Double Gold + Best Small Batch Bourbon, SFWSC 2014
Twelve Years in New Oak
Black Saddle is a sourced-bourbon brand: Kentucky whiskey, aged 12 years, bottled in California by Frank-Lin Distillers. The specific Kentucky distillery isn't disclosed, so the whiskey speaks for itself — and at this age, it speaks oak, spice, and caramel. The Black Saddle range and our broader bourbon shelf are worth a browse.
Tasting Notes
Rich amber color. Aroma of spicy nougat, crème brûlée, and hard candy; palate of pepper spices, toasted cinnamon, and hints of vanilla. Independent tasters note a bright, citrusy nose, candy sweetness with a buttery texture, rye spice, and an oak-forward, long finish for 90 proof.
How to Enjoy
Neat or with a large ice cube — 12-year bourbon this balanced doesn't need much. It also stands up beautifully in an Old Fashioned.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Black Saddle made?
It is a Kentucky straight bourbon, sourced in Kentucky and bottled by Frank-Lin Distillers in California. The source distillery is not disclosed.
How old is it?
12 years, aged in new charred American oak containers.
What is the proof?
90 proof / 45% ABV.
Has it won awards?
Double Gold and "Best Small Batch Bourbon" at the 2014 San Francisco World Spirits Competition.
Twelve years of Kentucky patience in every pour — buy Black Saddle 12 Year Old Straight Bourbon Whiskey online at Del Mesa Liquor, San Diego, CA.