Product Description
1792 Aged Twelve Years brings welcome sophistication to the brand—this is a bourbon that “drinks its age.” It exudes mature oak structure and warmth, tempered by subtle, refined sweetness. It’s not flashy, but it’s well-calibrated—great for those looking for a grounded, transparent expression of aged Kentucky bourbon.
Overview & Background
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Age Statement: A full 12 years in new charred American white oak barrels—returning truth and transparency to the 1792 series.
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Proof: 96.6 (48.3% ABV)
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Mash Bill: Marketed as a high‑rye recipe, typically believed to range from 15–25% rye.
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Distillery: Barton 1792 Distillery in Bardstown, Kentucky, now owned by Sazerac.
Tasting Notes
Nose
Rich caramel apple, raspberry brightness, and confectioners’ sugar—layered over classic oak and vanilla base; a beautifully inviting aroma.
Palate
Silky caramel unfolds into milk chocolate, brown sugar, and nougat. The aged character shines through with mature, roasted oak notes that temper the sweetness—delivering a grounded, elegant experience.
Finish
Rye spice steps forward amid charred oak, supported by subtle accents of mixed nuts, graham cracker, and cocoa nibs. This is a thoughtfully reserved finish—steady and composed.
Critic Impressions & Value
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Praised for the return of a meaningful age statement and honest maturity.
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Whisky Advocate gave 90 points, noting layered aromas of chocolate-covered cherries, pound cake, blackberry, cedar, and licorice. The palate echoing honeyed cedar and baked cookies, finishing with brown sugar, chocolate, peanut shell, and cracked pepper.
Summary Table
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Age & Proof | 12 years / 96.6 proof (48.3% ABV) |
| Mash Bill | High-rye bourbon |
| Nose | Caramel apple, raspberry, confectioners’ sugar, oak, vanilla |
| Palate | Caramel, milk chocolate, brown sugar, oak-forward maturity |
| Finish | Rye spice, charred oak, nuts, graham cracker, cocoa |
| Character | Mature, reserved, oak-driven, less flashy—traditional |
| Verdict | A solid, honest age-statement bourbon—quietly mature and dependable |
Product Details
Price History
Historical Data
Last 1 days of price history
| Date | Low Price | High Price | Average Price | Vendors |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 7, 2026 | $99.00 | $99.00 | $99.00 | 1 |
Price Statistics
Description
1792 Aged Twelve Years brings welcome sophistication to the brand—this is a bourbon that “drinks its age.” It exudes mature oak structure and warmth, tempered by subtle, refined sweetness. It’s not flashy, but it’s well-calibrated—great for those looking for a grounded, transparent expression of aged Kentucky bourbon. Overview & Background Age Statement: A full 12 years in new charred American white oak barrels—returning truth and transparency to the 1792 series. Proof: 96.6 (48.3% ABV) Mash Bill: Marketed as a high‑rye recipe, typically believed to range from 15–25% rye. Distillery: Barton 1792 Distillery in Bardstown, Kentucky, now owned by Sazerac. Tasting Notes NoseRich caramel apple, raspberry brightness, and confectioners’ sugar—layered over classic oak and vanilla base; a beautifully inviting aroma. PalateSilky caramel unfolds into milk chocolate, brown sugar, and nougat. The aged character shines through with mature, roasted oak notes that temper the sweetness—delivering a grounded, elegant experience. FinishRye spice steps forward amid charred oak, supported by subtle accents of mixed nuts, graham cracker, and cocoa nibs. This is a thoughtfully reserved finish—steady and composed. Critic Impressions & Value Praised for the return of a meaningful age statement and honest maturity. Whisky Advocate gave 90 points, noting layered aromas of chocolate-covered cherries, pound cake, blackberry, cedar, and licorice. The palate echoing honeyed cedar and baked cookies, finishing with brown sugar, chocolate, peanut shell, and cracked pepper. Summary Table Attribute Details Age & Proof 12 years / 96.6 proof (48.3% ABV) Mash Bill High-rye bourbon Nose Caramel apple, raspberry, confectioners’ sugar, oak, vanilla Palate Caramel, milk chocolate, brown sugar, oak-forward maturity Finish Rye spice, charred oak, nuts, graham cracker, cocoa Character Mature, reserved, oak-driven, less flashy—traditional Verdict A solid, honest age-statement bourbon—quietly mature and dependable
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