{"product_id":"hard-truth-sweet-mash-bourbon-whiskey","title":"Hard Truth Sweet Mash Bourbon Whiskey","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c!--StartFragment --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!--StartFragment --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHard 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade from a mash bill of \u003cstrong\u003e73% corn, 19% rye, and 8% malted barley\u003c\/strong\u003e, this bourbon opens with rich caramel and cherry notes before unfolding into layers of toffee, sweet oak, and vanilla cream. Bottled at \u003cstrong\u003e90 proof\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCaramel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCherry turnover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGlazed cinnamon rolls\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLight charred oak\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSweet oak\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCandied pecans\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVanilla cream\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eToffee and cherry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePeppery spice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChocolate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCharred oak\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLingering coffee liqueur\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSweet‑mash process for enhanced grain expression and smoothness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e90 proof for balanced sweetness and approachability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMash bill: 73% corn, 19% rye, 8% malted barley\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAged at least 4 years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDessert‑leaning profile with rich caramel and pastry notes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistilled in Nashville, Indiana\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Enjoy\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeat or with a single cube\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOld Fashioned or Whiskey Sour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDessert pairings: pecan pie, crème brûlée, chocolate torte\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for bourbon drinkers who prefer sweeter, pastry‑driven profiles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFAQ — Hard Truth Sweet Mash Bourbon Whiskey\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat makes sweet mash different from sour mash?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSweet mash uses all fresh ingredients for every batch, resulting in a cleaner, more expressive flavor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow old is this bourbon?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is aged a minimum of four years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this bourbon sweet?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Expect caramel, cherry pastry, vanilla cream, and dessert‑like richness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this good for cocktails?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIts 90‑proof structure and sweet profile make it excellent for classic bourbon cocktails.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does it compare to Hard Truth’s other bourbons?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is the flagship sweet‑mash expression, sitting between the softer Wheated Bourbon and the more complex Four Grain Bourbon.\u003c!--EndFragment --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!--EndFragment --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-widget_type=\"heading.default\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-id=\"35f39ca\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-35f39ca elementor-widget__width-initial elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"elementor-widget-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!--EndFragment --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hard Truth","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43279974400043,"sku":"DM16888L","price":44.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1277\/3667\/files\/HardTruthSweetMashBourbonWhiskey.jpg?v=1773334594","url":"https:\/\/www.delmesaliquor.com\/products\/hard-truth-sweet-mash-bourbon-whiskey","provider":"Del Mesa Liquor","version":"1.0","type":"link"}