Wilderness Trail Family Reserve Cask Strength Barrel No 771289 DSP-KY-20005 Alexander 750ml

Wilderness Trail Family Reserve Cask Strength Bourbon Barrel No. 771289 “Alexander” is a distinctive single-barrel Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey that showcases the individual character and full-strength intensity of a carefully selected Wilderness Trail barrel.

Produced at Wilderness Trail Distillery (DSP-KY-20005) in Kentucky, this Family Reserve release comes entirely from Barrel No. 771289. Unlike batched bourbon, a single-barrel whiskey reflects the unique maturation characteristics of one individual cask, making each selection a limited and non-repeatable expression.

The bourbon is matured in new charred American oak, where interaction between whiskey and barrel develops layers of caramelized sweetness, vanilla, toasted wood and warming spice. Wilderness Trail's signature sweet mash process further distinguishes its approach to whiskey production.

This “Alexander” selection is bottled at natural cask strength of 55.9% ABV (111.8 proof), preserving the concentrated flavor and full-bodied texture developed during maturation. The higher proof gives the whiskey considerable intensity while allowing its caramel, oak and spice characteristics to remain expressive.

The nose opens with caramelized sugar, toasted oak, vanilla bean, dark honey and warm baking spices. On the palate, rich toffee and caramel are joined by roasted pecan, cinnamon and deeper oak character.

The finish is long and warming, leaving lingering vanilla sweetness, charred oak and subtle spice. At cask strength, the bourbon can be enjoyed neat for maximum concentration or with a few drops of water to gradually reveal additional aromas and flavors.

For collectors and enthusiasts of single-barrel, barrel-proof Kentucky bourbon, Barrel No. 771289 offers an opportunity to experience a specific Wilderness Trail cask exactly through its own individual profile rather than a standardized batch.

Product Details

• Brand: Wilderness Trail
• Series: Family Reserve
• Selection: Alexander
• Barrel Number: 771289
• DSP: DSP-KY-20005
• Category: Bourbon Whiskey
• Classification: Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
• Style: Single Barrel / Cask Strength
• Barrel: New Charred American Oak
• Production Method: Sweet Mash
• Origin: Kentucky, USA
• ABV: 55.9%
• Proof: 111.8
• Bottle Size: 750ml

Tasting Profile

Nose: Caramelized sugar, toasted oak, vanilla bean, dark honey and warm baking spices.

Palate: Full-bodied with rich toffee, roasted pecans, cinnamon, deep caramel and oak.

Finish: Long and warming with vanilla sweetness, charred oak and lingering spice.