Koval Barrel Pick Releases Mon, Aug 22, 22 Koval Barrel Pick Releases We previously hand-picked 8(!) single barrels to be released throughout 2022 and last month we had the opportunity to spend some time at the Koval Distillery while they were bottling the first 2 of our barrel picks. We got to see the distilling process up-close and even got a chance to help bottle, and of course sample (for quality assurance purposes 😁) the first of Garfield’s Select Single Barrel releases for 2022. Trust us, you’re gonna want to try them! Here’s the lowdown on the first 2 picks (in stores now!): MAY 2022 Koval Bourbon #6462 Barrel #3 ABV: 55% 110 proof NOSE: Complex with notes of caramel corn, bakers’ chocolate, honeysuckle, and malt. Adding water amplifies these aromas. PALATE: Mid-level viscosity. Balanced between grain and barrel influence. FINISH: Very long with a buzz that hangs around with an alluring sweetness. A touch of water makes the finish tamer but brings out rich barrel flavors. OVERALL: This barrel is among the most interesting and rewarding four grain bourbons we’ve had in some time. That is likely due in part to its unique mash bill: 52% corn, 11% wheat, 22% malt and 15% rye. This selection will be appreciated by any whiskey lover. A highly memorable barrel indeed! –CM Koval 3 Grain #3923 Barrel #2 ABV: 55% 110 proof NOSE: Instantly detectable is the rye that dominates the mash bill (42%). Gradually a floral semi-botanical brilliance emanates from the glass. COMPLEX beyond belief. Notes of black licorice, clove and honey. PALATE: Mid-level viscosity. Spice becomes intense immediately but doesn’t overwhelm the other notes. A few drops of water lessens the explosiveness yet allows the dram to retain all of its flavor. FINISH: Very long, shifting between grain and barrel influence. OVERALL: Wow! This selection boasts a truly one-of-a-kind mash bill: 42& rye, 33% oat, and 25% millet. Sweet yet woody, you’d never guess it’s 110 proof. Koval is doing some really interesting things lately and this barrel is solid proof that. Grab a bottle while you can! –CM JULY 2022 Koval Single Barrel Rye #1 MASH BILL: 60% Rye, 40% Wheat Koval Single Barrel Bourbon #6463 Barrel #4 MASH BILL: 52% Corn, 22% Wheat, 15% Malt, 11% Rye
