{"product_id":"dark-arts-double-oaked-5x-blend-11-year-old-bourbon-whiskey-america-250-edition","title":"Dark Arts Double Oaked 5X Blend 11 Year Old Bourbon Whiskey America 250 Edition","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDark Arts Double Oaked 5X Blend 11 Year Old Bourbon Whiskey America 250 Edition\u003c\/strong\u003e is an 11-year-old Kentucky straight bourbon whiskey crafted by Dark Arts Whiskey House in Lexington, Kentucky, bottled at 64.14% ABV (128.28 proof). This limited release brings together five distinct bourbon components into one blend, delivering mature oak, dark sweetness and a long, warming finish. It was built to commemorate America's 250th anniversary, a barrel-strength showpiece from a house known for bold blending work rather than single-barrel purity. It is available to order online at Del Mesa Liquor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProof \/ ABV:\u003c\/strong\u003e 128.28 proof (64.14% ABV), barrel strength\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAge:\u003c\/strong\u003e 11 years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlend:\u003c\/strong\u003e Five distinct bourbon components (5X Blend), double oaked\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 750mL\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDistillery:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dark Arts Whiskey House, Lexington, Kentucky\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFive Bourbons, One Anniversary Blend\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDark Arts treats each release as a study in structure and layered flavor, and the 5X Blend is its patriotic showpiece: five separately aged bourbon components married to create a whiskey more complex than the sum of its parts. At eleven years and full barrel strength, it is made for drinkers who like their whiskey with muscle behind it and the patience to let it open. Browse more \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/bourbon-whiskey\"\u003ebourbon\u003c\/a\u003e and limited releases in the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/whisky\"\u003ewhisky\u003c\/a\u003e collection at Del Mesa.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMature oak and dark sweetness lead the nose, with caramelized sugar and spice from the double-oaked blend. The palate is dense and warming at full proof, dark fruit and toasted oak in layers, and the finish is long, oaky and spiced, built for a slow pour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Enjoy\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNeat in a Glencairn, given time to open, with a few drops of water to unfold the five components. It is the high-proof enthusiast's bottle: pour it next to other barrel-strength bourbons and taste what blending adds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does 5X Blend mean?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFive distinct bourbon components blended into one bottling, rather than a single barrel or single mash.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the proof?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e128.28 proof (64.14% ABV), bottled at barrel strength.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy is it called the America 250 Edition?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt was crafted to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the United States, Dark Arts' anniversary showpiece release.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMark the anniversary in your glass: Dark Arts 5X Blend 11 Year Old Bourbon Whiskey is available to order online at Del Mesa Liquor.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dark Arts Whiskey House","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67936785825835,"sku":"DM17424L","price":229.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1277\/3667\/files\/dark-arts-250-years-of-spirit-5x-blend-bourbon-11yr-600x800.jpg?v=1792388909","url":"https:\/\/www.delmesaliquor.com\/products\/dark-arts-double-oaked-5x-blend-11-year-old-bourbon-whiskey-america-250-edition","provider":"Del Mesa Liquor","version":"1.0","type":"link"}