Hard Truth Sweet Mash Bourbon Whiskey
Hard Truth Sweet Mash Bourbon Whiskey is a small‑batch straight bourbon crafted using the distillery’s signature sweet‑mash method, where every batch begins with fresh grains, fresh water, and fresh yeast. This approach highlights the natural character of the grains and produces a bourbon with exceptional clarity, sweetness, and balance.
Made from a mash bill of 73% corn, 19% rye, and 8% malted barley, this bourbon opens with rich caramel and cherry notes before unfolding into layers of toffee, sweet oak, and vanilla cream. Bottled at 90 proof and aged a minimum of four years, it delivers a dessert‑leaning profile with buttery texture, warm spice, and a lingering coffee‑oak finish. As part of Hard Truth’s growing sweet‑mash portfolio, this release offers a polished, approachable bourbon ideal for both enthusiasts and newcomers.
Tasting Notes
Nose
- Caramel
- Cherry turnover
- Glazed cinnamon rolls
- Light charred oak
Palate
- Sweet oak
- Candied pecans
- Vanilla cream
- Toffee and cherry
Finish
- Peppery spice
- Chocolate
- Charred oak
- Lingering coffee liqueur
Key Features
- Sweet‑mash process for enhanced grain expression and smoothness
- 90 proof for balanced sweetness and approachability
- Mash bill: 73% corn, 19% rye, 8% malted barley
- Aged at least 4 years
- Dessert‑leaning profile with rich caramel and pastry notes
- Distilled in Nashville, Indiana
How to Enjoy
- Neat or with a single cube
- Old Fashioned or Whiskey Sour
- Dessert pairings: pecan pie, crème brûlée, chocolate torte
- Ideal for bourbon drinkers who prefer sweeter, pastry‑driven profiles
FAQ — Hard Truth Sweet Mash Bourbon Whiskey
What makes sweet mash different from sour mash?
Sweet mash uses all fresh ingredients for every batch, resulting in a cleaner, more expressive flavor.
How old is this bourbon?
It is aged a minimum of four years.
Is this bourbon sweet?
Yes. Expect caramel, cherry pastry, vanilla cream, and dessert‑like richness.
Is this good for cocktails?
Its 90‑proof structure and sweet profile make it excellent for classic bourbon cocktails.
How does it compare to Hard Truth’s other bourbons?
This is the flagship sweet‑mash expression, sitting between the softer Wheated Bourbon and the more complex Four Grain Bourbon.