The third annual release in the series, Orphan Barrel Rhetoric 22 Year Old Bourbon carries a slightly higher proof of 90.4-proof. The nose opens with wafts of vanilla, summer florals, and caramel over hints of lemon and orchard apples. On the palate are bold notes of cinnamon, pepper, and red hot candies layered between oak and allspice.

The second release in the highly-acclaimed series from Orphan Barrel - Orphan Barrel Rhetoric 21 year old Kentucky Straight Bourbon is a remarkably successful experiment in the methodology of aging. Similar distillate to the first edition - a younger, 20 year old bourbon - this sumptuous follow-up is bottled at a bold yet balanced 90.2-proof. Masterfully matured for at least 21 years in virgin, charred American white oak barrels, Rhetoric 21 Year layers on the aromatics with notes of toasted oak, vanilla, cocoa, and vanilla paired with a palate of cinnamon, citrus peelings, caramel, and fire-roasted corn.

Orphan Barrel Rhetoric 20 year old Kentucky Straight Bourbon is an example of how maturation brings true uniqueness year after year. Purportedly derived from barrels found in the famous Stizel-Weller warehouse, Orphan Barrel Rhetoric was originally distilled in 1994. Composed of a mash bill containing 86% corn, 8% malted barley, and 6% rye, Rhetoric is bottled at 45% ABV and released in limited quantities. With a smooth leathery nose layered with simmering cinnamon and caramel, this exceptionally crafted whiskey satisfies your senses further with a candied, smoky palate woven with hints of cherries, chocolate, and sliced apples.