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A. Smith Bowman’s Cask Strength Bourbon is back for the fourth time

A. Smith Bowman is set to release the fourth of its Cask Strength Bourbons

A. Smith Bowman
A. Smith Bowman

If you’re a fan of cask strength bourbons, you’re probably already aware of A. Smith Bowman’s Cask Strength Bourbon. But did you know the popular Virginia-based distillery is set to announce the fourth iteration of this popular bourbon series?

A. Smith Bowman’s Cask Strength Bourbon

A. Smith Bowman
A. Smith Bowman

This cask-strength bourbon is a blend of some of the best barrels at A. Smith Bowman’s disposal. Each barrel is hand-selected by A. Smith Bowman’s Distiller David Bock and matured for at least ten years.

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The result is a non-chill-filtered, 139.7-proof whiskey that the brand says begins with a nose of leather, plums, and apple. The palate is a mix of raspberry chocolate, stone fruits, and cinnamon candy. The finish is warming and lingering and ends with a hint of apple.

“What our distillation team is trying to showcase with the Cask Strength series is an unvarnished truth of quality bourbon in its natural form,” Bock said in a press release.

There are no finishes with Cask Strength, meaning we must be meticulous when selecting barrels and blending the liquid. Each Cask Strength release is a unique sipping experience with its own special flavor profile, and this fourth release is an excellent addition to the series!”

Where can I buy it?

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Sadly, you can’t stroll into your neighborhood can’t store to get a bottle of A. Smith Bowman Cask Strength Bourbon #4. It will be available through an online lottery beginning February 24 until March 3. The lottery is open to all 21-plus drinkers. If you enter, you must be able to purchase a 750ml bottle in person at the A. Smith Bowman gift shop for $99.99. For more information, visit the A. Smith Bowman website.

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